Last updated: October 7, 2026
Yes, copper cookware can work on induction, but only when copper is bonded to a magnetic layer. Three premium lines do this: Mauviel M'6 S, Hestan CopperBond and All-Clad Copper Core. All three are induction-compatible and oven safe, and they differ mainly in where the copper sits, where they are made, and how they look. We make M'6 S, so we have kept this comparison to published specifications and said plainly where a rival is stronger.
Which copper cookware works on induction?
Traditional copper is not magnetic, so an induction burner cannot heat it. The three lines below solve that by bonding copper to layers of stainless steel and aluminum, including a magnetic stainless layer that the induction field can activate. Traditional solid copper, such as Mauviel M'Heritage, needs a magnetic interface disk instead; our induction cookware guide covers every option.
M'6 S vs Hestan CopperBond vs All-Clad Copper Core at a glance
| Feature | Mauviel M'6 S | Hestan CopperBond | All-Clad Copper Core |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layers | 6 | 5 | 5 |
| Where the copper sits | Polished copper exterior | 100% copper core | Thick copper core |
| Other layers | Three aluminum layers, a magnetic stainless layer, 18/10 stainless interior | 18/10 stainless layers, wrap-around stainless base | Stainless steel and aluminum layers |
| Induction | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Oven | Oven and broiler safe (maximum temperature not published) | Oven and broiler safe to 600°F | Oven and broiler safe to 600°F |
| Made in | Villedieu-les-Poêles, Normandy, France | Italy | Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Cleaning | Hand wash only | Not dishwasher safe | Hand wash only |
Sources: Mauviel M'6 S collection, Hestan CopperBond specifications and All-Clad Copper Core specifications. Retail prices change with promotions, so check current listings before you buy.
How M'6 S is built
M'6 S is a six-layer, 2.6 mm construction made in Normandy. From the outside in: a polished copper exterior, three layers of aluminum, a ferromagnetic stainless layer that reacts with the induction field, and a brushed 18/10 stainless interior. Cast stainless handles stay cool in use, and the range covers frying pans, saucepans, sauté pans, a rondeau, a stewpan and sets. The M'6 S frying pan starts at $339.95. See the M'6 S frying pan or the full collection.
How Hestan CopperBond and All-Clad Copper Core differ
Both rivals put the copper in the middle of the pan. Hestan CopperBond describes a thick, 100% pure copper core inside five layers, a wrap-around stainless base and an 18/10 stainless interior, with fry pans in 8.5, 11 and 12.5 inch sizes. All-Clad Copper Core bonds stainless steel and aluminum around a thick copper core and is made in the USA. M'6 S takes the opposite approach: copper on the outside, with aluminum doing the work in the middle.
Which should you choose?
- Choose Hestan CopperBond if you want a pure copper core and are happy with a mainly frying-pan and saucepan range.
- Choose All-Clad Copper Core if you want American-made cookware with a copper core and a broad retail network.
- Choose Mauviel M'6 S if you want a visible polished copper exterior, Normandy craftsmanship and a wide range of pan shapes. Mauviel offers a limited lifetime warranty; read the warranty summary for what it covers.
For a wider look at copper brands, including pieces that need an interface disk, see our copper cookware brands comparison.
Does copper cookware work on induction without a disk?
Only if the pan includes a magnetic layer. M'6 S, Hestan CopperBond and All-Clad Copper Core all do. Solid copper pans without one, such as Mauviel M'Heritage, need the M'PLUS magnetic interface disc.
What power setting should I use on induction?
Start lower than you expect. Mauviel advises using about 60% of maximum power on its copper pans, which is level 6 on a 10-point dial, because copper conducts heat so efficiently.
About Mauviel 1830
Mauviel 1830 is a family-owned maker of cookware, founded in 1830 and based in Villedieu-les-Poêles, Normandy. Read the story of Mauviel 1830.