Craft Wok 731W88 Round Bottom Commercial Grade Wok, 14-Inch

Last updated: January 6, 2022


This wok is made from 100% carbon steel and then hand-hammered by Chinese professionals. That means it's both sturdy and designed to last. You'll also find both a helper handle and a wooden handle for properly holding the wok while stirring and serving your dish.

We looked at the top Woks and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Wok you should buy.

Product Details

Key Takeaway: It's the commercial-grade construction that sets this wok apart from the rest.

In our analysis of 190 expert reviews, the Craft Wok Round Bottom Commercial Grade Wok, 14-Inch placed 1st when we looked at the top 15 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

15 gauge (1.8mm) carbon steel, commercial grade. Original design by Craft Wok since 2014, proven quality over the years. Traditional chinese wok pan with round bottom: not suitable for flat electric or flat induction stove. Do not forget to season it before use! Instructions for easy seasoning are included with the wok. Our customer service is ready to guide through the process whenever you need it. Hand hammered by Chinese professionals in Guangzhou. This wok is the proven choice of many professional Chinese chefs. Steel helper handle will not burn when you stir fry over high heat, also helpful for hanging the wok for storage. Wooden handle has special hygroscopic not slippery surface for tight grip when you stir-fry.

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Julie Chernoff is a long-time member of Les Dames d’Escoffier (past president of the Chicago Chapter, and current co-chair of the LDEI Legacy Awards Committee), the Association of Food Journalists (AFJ) and the International Association of Culinary Professionals.

Chernoff is the dining editor of Better, a lifestyle website and print magazine. Her journalism started in the test kitchens of Weight Watchers Magazine. She holds a BA in English from Yale University and is a graduate of the California Culinary Academy. She has spent the last few decades styling, photographing, teaching, developing recipes, editing, thinking and writing about food.

Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

Many also commented that the product could carry heat nicely.
We discovered that the food collecting in the round bottom, cooks and marinates simultaneously, which is why this wok’s performance unanimously positions it in the number one slot.
The carbon steel wok comes with a heat resistant handle, which allows you to turn and stir the food without burning your hands comfortably.
Can also be used for deep-frying
It looks absolutely gorgeous, too, with it hand-hammered carbon steel and a wooden helper handle.
The wok itself is made of 15 gauge, 1.8 mm thick carbon steel which makes it thick enough to provide consistent performance, but also not overly heavy.
This wok is hand-hammered, takes well to seasoning, and is slightly textured so that food adheres to the interior of the pan for great searing and browning.
It is equipped with a steel helper handle that enables you to have a sturdy grip while cooking anything.

What reviewers didn't like

Some reviewers complained about their wok rusting quickly.
This wok does not include accessories, but requires a wok ring for flat surface cooktops.
Note, however, that it has a rounded bottom, so you will need to set it on a ring for stability in order to use it on most stoves.
Unfortunately, the rounded bottom means this wok isn’t for everyone. If you own an electric stove, you’ll need to pick up a wok ring so the cookware can balance above the element.
By itself, it can only be used over an open fire or on a gas stove.
Just keep in mind that this is not preferred for flat electric cooktops due to the round shape of the base.
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