Dutch Ovens

Staub 1102425 (4 qt Round Cocotte, Matte Black)

Name: Staub 1102425 (4 qt Round Cocotte, Matte Black)
Brand: Staub

#5 · Best Small Size

7.6 /10 Our score

Our verdict

A good fit for small kitchens that want the Staub claim. Most buyers will get more use from the 5.5 qt.

Pros

Same explicit Staub claim as the 5.5 qt
Easier to handle than larger sizes
Good for one to three people or small loaves
Made in France; induction compatible

Cons

Expensive per quart
No independent test of this size
Not listed on Amazon
Dark interior hides fond

Last reviewed October 28, 2026

Review

What to know about Staub 1102425 (4 qt Round Cocotte, Matte Black)

A compact Staub round cocotte for one to three people, under Staub's brand-wide lead-free and cadmium-free claim. No amazon.com listing was found; Best Buy lists model 1102425.

Editorial notes

Why it stands out

Why we like it

This is the compact version of our top pick, built from the same French enameled cast iron and covered by the same claim and testing statement. It suits one to three people, small bread loaves and side-dish braises, and it is easier to lift than the larger sizes.

It is rated to 500°F and works on induction.

What to know

Skip it if you want the best value per quart or an independently tested size. We found no independent test of this size, and it is pricey for its capacity. We found no Amazon listing for model 1102425; Best Buy carries it.

Performance

Score breakdown

Cooking Performance

Searing/browning, even heating, braising, bread baking and lid moisture retention as measured by independent testers (ATK, TechGearLab, Food Network, CNN, Consumer Reports).

7.8

Inferred from the tested 5.5 qt sibling; small capacity.

Lead & Cadmium Safety Evidence

Strength of evidence that the food-contact enamel is lead- and cadmium-free: explicit manufacturer lead-free claims, third-party lab testing claims, published independent XRF results, and AB 1200/Prop 65 disclosures. Compliance-only claims score lower than explicit free-of claims.

8.3

Brand-wide explicit claim, with no size-specific screen.

Enamel Durability

Resistance to chipping and crazing in tester abuse tests (lid drops, spoon strikes) and owner reports; chipped enamel should be retired.

8.0

Same enamel as the larger sizes.

Ease of Use

Weight, handle size, interior visibility (light vs dark enamel), cleaning, and oven-safe limits of knob and lid.

7.0

Lighter and easier to handle; the dark interior hides fond.

Health & Materials

Other materials and sustainability: PFAS/PTFE-free surfaces, exterior pigments (cadmium in red/orange/yellow), knob materials, warranty length and repairability or longevity.

8.8

PFAS-free, made in France, lifetime warranty.

Value

Performance and safety evidence relative to typical US street price.

5.8

About $370 at list for 4 qt is poor per quart.

Specifications

Staub 1102425 (4 qt Round Cocotte, Matte Black) specs

Size

Capacity: 4 qt

Use

Max Oven Temp (with lid): 500 °F
Induction Compatible: Yes

Materials

Interior Enamel: Black matte enamel

Safety

Manufacturer Says Lead-Free: Yes
Lead/Cadmium Claim Wording: Staub brand-wide lead-free, cadmium-free, PFAS-free claim; third-party tested
Manufacturer Says Cadmium-Free: Yes
Manufacturer Says PFAS-Free: Yes
Third-Party Tested (claimed): Yes

Build

Country of Manufacture: France

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