Amazon Basics Silicone Pot Holder Hot Skillet Rectangular Handle Cover for kitchen, Red, 5.6"L x 1.9"W

I've been using these for years, and the cloth ones for decades. And I have to laugh at a lot of the poor reviews of this device. It is painfully obvious users are misusing the product and then giving it a poor review. So let's start with some basics.#1. Silcone handle covers are meant to be used light a form fitted oven mitt. NOT a permanent piece of the handle. Slide it on, move the pan, slide it off. If you leave it ON the pan especially in the oven, it WILL get hot, and may likely melt a bit. Just don't do that.#2. Silicone handle covers REDUCE heat transfer from the CI handle, they do NOT eliminate it. You may still want to wrap the handle a bit with a cloth to further reduce the heat transfer.Now having said that, I have a 10.5" Outdoor Gourmet cast iron skillet I bought for camp cooking when I was single that my wife has absconded for the house... The handle is slightly different shape and size from the Lodge castings, so fit was a concern. And as expected, this cover is a bit loose on the handle, but does grip well, and he ribbed inside allows for heat to move away from the hand fairly efficiently.When used on the house stove, and / or camp stove, the cover stays cool while cooking even when left on. However do NOT use the handle while cooking in the oven or directly over the camp fire, remove and place back on as needed in those circumstances.Overall this replaced a Lodge cover that failed after years of use, and I can honestly say, this appears to be of roughly the same quality and usability of the Lodge unit. Just use it correctly and you'll be fine.

Our front door faces west. The door handles get so hot you can hardly stand to touch them. This item is just perfect for that purpose.

The media could not be loaded. This silicone handle cover does the job—it definitely makes grabbing my cast iron pan way safer and more comfortable. No more worrying about burning my hand on a scorching hot handle!Only downside is that it runs a little big and feels a bit loose on the pan. It still works fine, just not as snug as I expected. I might try a different brand for a better fit, but overall it’s a solid kitchen helper.

Safe Grip for Hot HandlesI picked up this Amazon Basics silicone pot holder to deal with the scorching-hot handles on my cast iron skillet, and it’s been a real hand-saver. The silicone material feels sturdy but flexible, and it slides easily onto the handle without feeling loose. Once it’s on, it stays put even when I’m moving a heavy pan around the stove. The length is just right to cover the bulk of the handle, so I don’t have to worry about my fingers sneaking onto the hot metal.What I really like is that it doesn’t heat up quickly. I’ve left it on while cooking and found I could still grab the pan comfortably. The textured surface gives a secure grip, which helps when I’m tilting or pouring. Cleanup is simple—just a quick rinse or toss in the dishwasher.A couple of things to keep in mind: this cover is designed for standard straight handles, so it may not fit oddly shaped or oversized ones. Also, while it protects well from high heat, I wouldn’t recommend leaving it in the oven during broiling temps.Bottom line: A simple, inexpensive upgrade that makes cooking with cast iron (or any skillet with a bare handle) much safer and more comfortable.

I am pleased with the quality of the silicone. It doesn't feel like the cheap plastic of others I have tried. They do soften a bit when warm, making it fit a bit looser on the handle as you're cooking. We have two everyday cast iron skillets with different size/shape handles so the fit is a bit different on each. The looseness is not as much of an issue on the smaller 6" pan but can be a problem when handling the larger, heavier 10" pan. For the price and quality, it is worth a try.

Works well

It was good for my cast iron pan

PerfectI burnt my hand many times using handle and covering itnwith cloth.This silicon handle is just perfect