Hestan 31656 vs Viking Culinary 4013-5016
Viking Culinary 4013-5016
The short answer
Viking Culinary 4013-5016 comes out ahead overall with 8.1/10 against 8.0/10 for the Hestan 31656. Hestan 31656 is stronger on capacity, rack & handling, health & materials and value. Viking Culinary 4013-5016 is stronger on roasting & browning performance, stovetop searing & gravy, build quality & durability and ease of cleaning. At current verified prices, the Hestan 31656 costs about $30.04 less.
- Choose the Hestan 31656 if: All-stainless buyers who struggle to lift birds off a V-rack and don't mind a heavy pan.
- Choose the Viking Culinary 4013-5016 if: Hosts roasting 20-lb holiday birds who want a clad pan that can go in the dishwasher.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Hestan 31656 | Viking Culinary 4013-5016 |
|---|---|---|
| Roasting & Browning Performance | 8.2Roasted well (ATK), but the trough makes potato browning uneven. | 8.8Even browning (ATK Highly Recommended); Reviewed's best overall. |
| Stovetop Searing & Gravy | 7.3Works on induction, but the trough limits searing space and deglazing. | 8.3Clad floor that works on induction. |
| Capacity, Rack & Handling | 8.2Long-side rack handles make lifting easy and it holds a 20-lb bird; heavy at 8 lb 9 oz. | 7.8Fits a 20-lb bird, but it is heavy at 8 lb 13 oz and the rack slides. |
| Build Quality & Durability | 8.318/10 tri-ply with a lifetime warranty; only one test source. | 8.7Tri-ply, oven-safe to 600°F, limited lifetime warranty; replacement racks are sold. |
| Ease of Cleaning | 6.8Hand washing recommended, and the trough collects fond. | 8.0Dishwasher-safe, and the nonstick rack releases food easily. |
| Health & Materials | 9.5Pan and rack are both bare stainless. | 6.5Nonstick rack disclosed only as PFOA-free. |
| Value | 8.0$159.95, the same as the Cuisinart, which tests better. | 7.3$189.99 on Amazon (other retailers up to about $230), more than the Cuisinart for similar results. |
Specifications
| Spec | Hestan 31656 | Viking Culinary 4013-5016 |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | Tri-ply 18/10 stainless, aluminum core | Tri-ply fully clad, aluminum core |
| Pan Length (excl. handles) | 17 in | 16 in |
| Pan Width | 12.5 in | 13 in |
| Pan Weight | 8.6 lb | 8.8 lb |
| Max Turkey Size | 20 lb | 20 lb |
| Rack Type | Tension-fit rack | V-rack |
| Rack Material / Coating | Uncoated stainless steel | Nonstick-coated (described as PFOA-free by retailers) |
| Oven-Safe Temperature (pan) | 600 °F | 600 °F |
| Induction Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Dishwasher Safe (per maker) | — | Yes |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Limited lifetime |
| Country of Manufacture | Thailand | — |
Hestan 31656
Pros
- Rack handles on the long sides make lifting easier
- Bare stainless pan and rack
- Fully clad 18/10 tri-ply, induction compatible
- Oven-safe to 600°F
- Lifetime warranty
Cons
- Perimeter trough limits flat searing space
- Heavy at about 8 lb 9 oz
- Hand washing recommended
- A nonstick version is sold separately, so confirm model 31656
A good choice for all-stainless buyers who struggle with lifting birds, provided they accept a heavy pan and a less flat floor for gravy work.
Full Hestan 31656 review →Viking Culinary 4013-5016
Pros
- Highly Recommended by America's Test Kitchen
- Even browning on turkey and pork loin
- Fully clad and induction compatible
- Oven-safe to 600°F and dishwasher-safe
- Fits a 20-pound turkey
Cons
- Rack is nonstick-coated rather than bare stainless
- Heavy at about 8 lb 13 oz
- Small rack can slide
- Price varies noticeably between retailers
A strong clad pan for hosts who want dishwasher convenience and room for a 20-pound turkey. If a bare stainless rack matters to you, the Cuisinart is the better choice.
Full Viking Culinary 4013-5016 review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Stainless Steel Roasting Pans with Rack of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.