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- 175 total complaints in the last 3 years.
- 95 complaints closed in the last 12 months.
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Initial Complaint
Date:01/15/2025
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Purchased a 12 wok from Hexclad. After being used for a few months noticed a small chip in the non-stick coating on the inside bottom of the pan. Contacted Hexclad customer service. Was told this was from improper storage or contact with utensils and is not covered! These are suppose to be metal utensil safe so contact with utensils should be safe. I dont want to be eating this stuff. Hexclad is then false advertising.Business Response
Date: 01/17/2025
Hello *******,
Thank you for reaching out to us and sharing your concern regarding your HexClad wok. We deeply regret any frustration this situation has caused and want to assure you that your satisfaction is important to us.
Upon reviewing our records, we noticed that we responded to your email yesterday regarding this matter. To ensure we address your concerns promptly and thoroughly, we kindly ask that you check the email we sent for further details and next steps.
HexClad cookware is designed with durability and safety in mind, however, to maintain the integrity of the non-stick surface, we recommend using non-metal utensils whenever possible, as repetitive or forceful contact with metal tools can contribute to wear over time.
We take every concern seriously and are committed to assisting you with a resolution.
Thank you for being a valued HexClad customer, and we appreciate the opportunity to assist you.
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Initial Complaint
Date:01/15/2025
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Business Response
Date: 01/17/2025
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your concerns regarding your HexClad cookware. We deeply regret any distress or inconvenience this situation has caused you and your family, as the well-being and trust of our customers are of the utmost importance to us.
At the time of your purchase, to provide the best non-stick functionality, we used a PTFE-based coating. This information has always been available on our website during the period such products were available for purchase. All the coatings used on our cookware have been approved by the ****** and ****
Once again, we apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for being a valued member of the HexClad community.
****** *. - HexClad Support
Initial Complaint
Date:01/14/2025
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Business Response
Date: 01/16/2025
We want to apologize for the frustration and inconvenience youve experienced with your return and refund process. We understand how disappointing and stressful this has been, and we deeply regret the delays and lack of clarity in our communication with you.
Please know that your concerns were heard, and weve taken steps to address them. Were happy to share that your refund was processed yesterday, January 15, 2025. While the refund is on its way, it may take 710 business days to appear in your account.
We truly value your patience and understanding as we worked to resolve this issue.
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to make things right, and we hope to serve you better in the future.
****** *. - HexClad Support
Initial Complaint
Date:01/14/2025
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Business Response
Date: 01/17/2025
Hello *****,
Thank you for sharing your concerns regarding your HexClad cookware. We deeply appreciate your loyalty to our brand and the care youve put into maintaining our products. Were sorry to hear about the experience youve had, and we want to assure you that your satisfaction is very important to us.
At HexClad, we take pride in offering durable, high-quality cookware backed by a lifetime warranty. While some surface wear may occur with normal use, we understand your concerns about the scratches on your pan and your hesitation to continue using it. As mentioned in our warranty information, scratches are not considered a manufactures defect and not covered in our lifetime warranty.
As part of our process and as previously communicated, we kindly ask that you ship the pan back to us for a non-warranty replacement. Rest assured that once we receive it, we will promptly process your replacement and ensure you have a product that meets the high standards youve come to expect from HexClad.
We understand that covering the shipping cost may feel like an inconvenience, and we apologize for any frustration this may have caused. Please know that we are here to support you and are committed to making this process as smooth as possible.
We value your trust and look forward to resolving this matter for you.
****** *. - HexClad Support
Customer Answer
Date: 01/17/2025
Complaint: 22805608
I am rejecting this response because:
You have not understood what i have tried to convey. This will be the third time; As i have stated multiple times and at great stress to myself i cannot afford to ship the item back. It is heavy and will not cheap and ive already paid a ridiculous amount of money for these products. I will not pay any more money to send this product back. You can mail me a replacement with a return label and i will gladly send it back or i can take a video of myself throwing it out. I cannot nor will not use this damaged pan. Those are the options. Do the right thing and honor your statements about customer satisfaction. I look forward to hearing your response.
Sincerely,
***** ******
Business Response
Date: 01/28/2025
Thank you for reaching out to ** regarding your recent concern. We genuinely appreciate your support of HexClad and understand your disappointment regarding the issue with your cookware.
Please know that HexClad proudly stands behind the quality of our products, and we offer a lifetime warranty to cover any manufacturing defects. Unfortunately, scratches and normal wear and tear, including issues resulting from your 2023 purchase, are not considered manufacturing defects and are therefore not covered under our warranty policy.
We sincerely apologize that the non-warrantable offer does not meet your expectations. Your satisfaction is incredibly important to us and thank you for being a valued HexClad customer. If you have any further questions or concerns, please dont hesitate to reach out.
****** *. - HexClad Support
Customer Answer
Date: 01/28/2025
Complaint: 22805608
I am rejecting this response because:
For you, scratches may constitute normal wear and tear and absolve you of your responsibility to honor your warranty but a non stick pan loses its integrity and becomes unsafe when it has scratches. I have lost count of how many times i have written this to you but i will not risk particles getting into my familys food. whether you do the right thing and provide a replacement is irrelevant to me at this point. Youve had many opportunities to do that and have chosen to repeat yourselves and sandwiched it between a cookie cutter message. I will be throwing out this pan and purchasing a reliable product. I am disappointed that i own so many of these very expensive pans but i will begin the process of phasing them out and purchasing reliable cookware. Thank you for making this decision easy and clear for me. An expensive ****** on my part but one i will not have to learn again and i will make sure anyone in my sphere of influence does not have to learn either.
Sincerely,
***** ******
Business Response
Date: 02/01/2025
While we empathize with your concerns, we must acknowledge that at this point, we are unable to offer further assistance beyond the terms of our warranty policy. We understand this may not be the resolution you were hoping for, and for that, we are genuinely sorry. However, if you wish, you can still take advantage of the non-warranty offer we extended earlier. Your experience and feedback matter to us. We wish you the very best and appreciate the time you spent sharing your experience with us.
****** *. - HexClad Support
Customer Answer
Date: 02/05/2025
Complaint: 22805608
I am rejecting this response because:
I appreciate you repeating the same response to me. I cant afford to send the pan back. I dont know what other way to explain that. Its also great to keep having to admit that i cant afford to sent the pan back. Nothing makes a person feel better about themselves than to admit they cant afford something small like shipping a pan back. Yet you guys really are great at showing compassion and empathy in that regard. Just a little word of advice, after 5 times telling you i cant afford to send the pan back the right thing to do would be to say ok we understand and we will forgo you sending the pan back and will just send you a new pan. Please toss the old pan out and enjoy this new one. I would have been out of your hair weeks ago. And also, The cost of paying someone to regurgitate these responses to me over and over probably would have paid for the new pan by now. Solid business strategy. So unless you will be sending me a new pan and we call it even, dont bother writing me back. You have show how much you care about your customers by not listening to someone who genuinely cant afford to shell out money for the shipping, much less the purchase a new pan. I tried to express that politely without having to emasculate myself by saying im broke but now i have had to do so over 5 times. I wont be doing it again. So when i do finally have the cash ill just be buying a good quality stainless steel pan. You could have fixed this and kept a customer but that doesnt seem to factor into your business model. Message received loud and clear.
Sincerely,
***** ******
Initial Complaint
Date:01/13/2025
ResolvedMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Business Response
Date: 01/17/2025
Hello ******,
Thank you so much for reaching out and sharing your experience with us. Were truly sorry for the inconvenience youve faced and want to reassure you that weve taken your concerns very seriously.
After reviewing our records, were happy to confirm that your order was delivered yesterday - Thursday, January 16.
We deeply appreciate your patience and understanding throughout this process. Your feedback is invaluable and helps us improve every step of the way. We hope to have the chance to serve you even better in the future.
****** *. - HexClad Support
Customer Answer
Date: 01/17/2025
Better Business Bureau:
I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.
Sincerely,
****** ******
Initial Complaint
Date:01/09/2025
ResolvedMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Business Response
Date: 01/10/2025
Thank you for reaching out and for bringing this matter to our attention. Please accept our sincerest apologies for the inconvenience you have experienced regarding your refund. We understand how frustrating this has been for you, and we truly appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this matter.
After reviewing our records, please know that we have just resent the gift card to your email address. You may also check your inbox to confirm this information.
Once again, we deeply regret any inconvenience this has caused and thank you for choosing HexClad.
****** *. - HexClad Support
Customer Answer
Date: 01/14/2025
Better Business Bureau:
I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.
Sincerely,
****** *******
Initial Complaint
Date:01/09/2025
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Business Response
Date: 01/11/2025
Thank you for reaching out to us and sharing your concerns regarding your HexClad cookware. We truly value your business and regret any frustration this situation has caused.
First and foremost, please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience you have experienced and for any confusion regarding our warranty policy. At HexClad, we take great pride in the quality of our products and strive to provide excellent customer service to our valued customers.
Allow me to explain how our warranty applies to replacements. Our Lifetime Warranty covers manufacturing defects that compromise the functionality or structure of our cookware, leading to ineffective use. Unfortunately, issues such as warping are not covered under this warranty.
Warping typically occurs when cookware is exposed to sudden, extreme temperature changes or is consistently subjected to very high temperatures. For example, introducing cool or cold water into a hot pan, or submerging hot cookware in cold water, can cause the metal to warp, resulting in an uneven base. These scenarios, while not a manufacturing defect, are situations we encourage all customers to avoid to maintain the longevity of their cookware.
We understand your disappointment, particularly given your positive previous experience with our warranty process. While we are unable to replace your wok under warranty at this time, we genuinely regret any inconvenience this may have caused.
Should you have further questions, please do not hesitate to reach out. Our team remains committed to assisting you in any way we can.
Thank you again for bringing this matter to our attention, and we appreciate the opportunity to clarify our warranty terms.
****** *. - HexClad Support
Customer Answer
Date: 01/13/2025
Complaint: 22790864
I am rejecting this response because I had an identical issue with a different HexClad frying pan (from the same order) previously. It was also warping. You acknowledged the defect previously and replaced the product. It was the same exact issue. So how is this different? Its different because initially you were a smaller company just starting to get your product distributed so negative reviews and feedback would have been more detrimental? Now a couple of years later your warranty policy and practices have changed? Under the same identical scenario? Does not make any sense other then hypocrisy to serve your best interest and weasel out of a warranty claim.
that s fine. I will post reviews (similar to hundreds of other negative ones) on social media and hopefully alert any future potential buyers about your practices.
Sincerely,
**** ******
Initial Complaint
Date:01/09/2025
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Business Response
Date: 01/10/2025
Hello *****,
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience with us. We deeply apologize for the inconvenience and frustration youve faced with your 5.5 qt deep saut pan. Your feedback is important to us, and we regret that your experience has not lived up to the high standards we aim to provide for all HexClad customers.
We understand how disappointing it must be to have issues with sticking, especially since youve had great experiences with our other products. To help address this concern, we recommend the following steps to ensure the best performance from your pan:
Preheat Properly: Ensure the pan is preheated before adding food. You can test this by sprinkling a few drops of water on the surfaceif they form a bead and dance around, the pan is ready.
Temperature Control: Cook on medium to medium-high heat. Overheating can cause food to stick and may affect the pan's performance.
Cleaning: Make sure the pan is thoroughly cleaned to remove any residual buildup. A mixture of baking soda and water can help with tougher spots.
If youve already tried these steps and are still encountering issues, were more than happy to assist further. Regarding your warranty claim, weve searched our records and could not find a request associated with the email address you provided in this message. Its possible that the claim was submitted under a different email address.
For further assistance, please feel free to provide us with the email address you used to submit your warranty claim, or feel free to submit your claim again at HexClad Warranty Page with the Amazon receipt.
Your satisfaction is extremely important to us, and we are committed to resolving this matter promptly. If its determined that your pan needs to be replaced under warranty, we will make sure to process that for you as soon as possible.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. We value your support and look forward to making this right.
****** *. - HexClad Support
Customer Answer
Date: 01/12/2025
Complaint: 22787527
I would like to work with this response because-
There are only two emails it could have been filed under. ************************************* or *****************************. I know for a fact that I submitted my warranty correctly and I even included a video of how severe the sticking was. I have tried everything from adjusting the heat to cleaning and starting over on the pan to letting it heat up first. Nothing has helped. I would like a warranty claim to be completed. Please advise to the next steps.
Sincerely,
***** ********
Business Response
Date: 01/16/2025
Hello *****,
Thank you for reaching out to us and providing additional details regarding your warranty claim. We truly appreciate your patience and understanding.
Were pleased to inform you that we were able to locate your warranty claim in our system. A message has been sent to you directly with further assistance and next steps to resolve the issue with your cookware.
Should you have any additional questions or require further clarification, do not hesitate to reply to contact us directly.
Thank you for choosing HexClad. We are committed to ensuring your satisfaction and are here to help.
****** *. - HexClad Support
Initial Complaint
Date:01/08/2025
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Business Response
Date: 01/10/2025
Hello *****,
Thank you for reaching out to us, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you've experienced with your HexClad cookware. We understand the importance of having reliable, safe products, and we truly regret that you have encountered this issue. After reviewing the photos youve sent, its not entirely clear from the images provided that all the cookware from your set are defective, particularly due to the presence of the lids in some shots. In order to assist you as efficiently as possible and to ensure we provide the correct replacement, could you kindly send us a photo without the lids on? We would greatly appreciate seeing the full picture of the cookware, including the handles where we can clearly identify the 3 pots, 3 pans, and the wok. We are committed to honoring the lifetime warranty and want to ensure you receive the appropriate replacement. Once we have these additional photos, we will expedite the resolution and send your replacement right away. Thank you again for your understanding, and we look forward to receiving the updated photos. Please dont hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance. I have also sent you an email with this information for your reference.
****** *. - HexClad Support
Initial Complaint
Date:01/08/2025
ResolvedMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Business Response
Date: 01/10/2025
Hello *****,
Thank you for reaching out and for your patience as we worked to resolve this for you. We deeply regret the frustration and inconvenience youve experienced throughout this process. This is not the level of service we strive to provide, and we sincerely apologize for falling short of your expectations.
We have carefully reviewed your case, and as a gesture of apology, we have processed a full refund for your order. You should see the funds reflected in your account within 7-10 business days.
Additionally, we would like you to keep the Hybrid Pan with Lid, at no additional cost to you. This is a small token of our appreciation for your patience and understanding as we worked through this issue.
Your feedback is invaluable, and should you have any further concerns or questions, please dont hesitate to contact us again.
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to make this right, and we hope to serve you better in the future.
****** *. - HexClad Support
Customer Answer
Date: 01/10/2025
Better Business Bureau:
I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.
Sincerely,
***** ********
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