If you're looking for an affordable, entry-level griddle, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better value than this Lodge 10.5-inch cast iron option. While you'll have to hand-wash it in order to avoid rust, cast iron is generally less expensive than stainless steel and is safer than non-stick for cooking foods like meat, pancakes, or pizzas at high temperatures. (Note: while it's possible to cook eggs and more delicate foods like crepes in cast iron, it can require scrubbing with a scouring pad to fully clean.) This particular griddle comes pre-seasoned with vegetable oil, which helps make it non-stick without any synthetic coatings. Another thing to consider about this griddle is that cast iron can be heavy to hold, so keep that in mind if you're the type of cook who enjoys tossing or swirling their pans.

One fan raved: “Quality is good, pre seasoned, flat base, works on induction, right size ( 10.5 inch) perfect for our south Indian style dosas , not too heavy, easy to handle with less maintenance! Also works for pancakes, paratha, quesadilla all cooked over medium flame. [...] Works like a Charm!”

While non-stick griddles are similar to skillets, a square-shaped griddle like this 11-inch GreenPan griddle has the advantage of having a larger surface area than a round skillet of a similar size. The anodized aluminum base allows this pan to function on an induction cooktop, while the non-stick ceramic interior (which is infused with diamonds for durability) ensures than omelettes, flaky fish, and cheesy foods can easily slide out and onto a plate once you're done. Unlike some nonstick cookware, this griddle is actually safe to use at pretty hot temperatures and is rated to withstand oven and broiler temps up to 600 degreed Fahrenheit. Hand-washing the griddle and using non-metal utensils will also ensure that this griddle last as long as possible, and hand washing should be super simple since the nonstick coating is so slippery. That said, this product is also dishwasher-safe for convenience. And for those worried about the chemicals in non-stick coatings, you'll be happy to know that this product is free of lead as well as cadmium, and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in general. If you’d prefer, GreenPan also has a grill pan to offer from this line.

One fan raved: “We bought this pan because we have an induction cooktop and needed a pan that would cover our large burner and be able to cook multiple plant-based burgers or sausages at one time (for family dinners or breakfast). After cleaning it up, which barely took any work at all, it looks like a we had just taken it out of the package for the first time! Literally, the food slid right off the surface! This is exactly what we wanted.”

If you want something durable and easy to care for, it may be worth investing in this griddle from Chef’s Secret, thanks to the versatile nature and superior thick, five-ply construction. Unlike other induction-friendly materials, you can perfectly prepare nearly anything with a stainless steel griddle, regardless of the temperature needed. It's also better than its cast-iron counterparts for searing foods and preparing acidic vegetables like tomatoes, since it doesn't leave behind a metallic taste. Stainless steel is also naturally non-stick if you heat it up beforehand and coat it with a small swirl of oil.

One fan raved: “I have been looking for an Induction square griddle FOREVER. I can finally cook my bacon in a pan that it fits in! This griddle works perfectly on my largest Induction burner space and spreads the heat evenly making it easy to cook on. It cleans easily as well and has fast become my favor pan to use!!!”

This extra-wide Cuisinart non-stick griddle is 10 by 18 inches, so it will over two burners, enabling you to prepare twice as much food at a time. (This can come in super-handy when you want to efficiently produce stacks of pancakes or cook an entire meal with one pan.) Its stainless-steel construction with a non-stick interior is also dishwasher-safe and easy to clean once you're done.

One fan raved: “This pan delivers on the non-stick promise: I've stopped using butter or oil completely when cooking with this pan, as they just bead off the surface anyway, and seem to make no difference to the cooking. Pancakes come out of this perfectly smooth and evenly cooked, and clean-up is exactly as easy as the instructions that come with it say: pour in some warm soapy water when you're finished cooking, let it cool down, wipe out, towel dry. Done in one minute flat. Pancakes, bacon, eggs... all these things I've been cooking for years, but this pan makes them so much easier, and a breeze to clean.It works beautifully across two zones on our induction cooktop.”

If storage space is an issue in your kitchen, you may want to consider a two-in-one griddle and grill combo like this Lodge reversible cast iron one. It measures 16.75 inch by 9.5 inch, and its versatile design features a griddle on one side and a grill on the other, giving you the choice of a perfectly smooth or textured cooking surface on two burners. Like other pre-seasoned cast iron griddles, this one must be carefully hand-washed in order to avoid rusting.

One fan raved: “I was not sure how well this would heat on our induction stove because of the way the griddle sits un-level from the grill mark side. But I was surprised that it heated so quickly and cooks evenly with No problem. I love cast iron when cooking and it’s perfect for induction stoves. The griddle is great and I’m more than satisfied with my purchase. I Highly recommend this product.”

This 11-inch griddle pan is another great choice for anyone who likes to cook delicate foods like eggs or fish because it has a nonstick coating, which is PFOA-free. It also has a triple-ply design with an aluminum core that distributes heat well, and a copper coating that is durable. This pan can work on any surface, including induction, but can only withstand heat up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Once you’ve finished cooking with this pan, you can hang it from the ergonomic handle made from stainless steel because it has a convenient hanging hole. You can either purchase the griddle by itself, or as part of a cookware set.

One fan raved: “These work great. The non stock surface works better than any I’ve ever used. You must not use metal utensils so you don’t scratch the surface! We have an induction surface and they are perfect for it.”

This magnetized griddle pan can be used for all sorts of foods, but it’s especially great for making crepes. It has a round design with slightly raised edges, and it’s nonstick, so you can easily spread the batter around. This pan is made from 4.5 millimeter thick cast aluminum with a magnetized base, so it works well with induction stove tops. The griddle part of the pan has a granite-style pattern, while the handle is made from heat-resistant bakelite with a woodgrain pattern.

One fan raved: “Best pancakes ever! Even and perfectly consistent cooking, works well on induction, pancakes are fool proof! My husband, a picky chef, loves this pan.”