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Short answer
The Hawkins Futura 33 cm Nonstick Dosa Tava (NDT33) is the top pick because it is the widest tawa in this guide. Hawkins lists it under the code NDT33 and gives the body as 4.88 mm thick.
Five large flat tawas are compared here. Three have a non-stick surface from Hawkins or Prestige. Two are cast iron, and both are described as pre-seasoned. The widest face measures 33 cm and the narrowest 28 cm.
Cooktop support splits the group. Hawkins lists gas and radiant electric for its two models. The Prestige and Bergner tawas list induction as well. Where a maker leaves out a detail, this guide writes Not stated.
Hawkins lists this tava under the model code NDT33. It has a nonstick surface and a 33 cm face.
Hawkins says the body is extra thick, heavy gauge metal at 4.88 mm. Hawkins fixes the handle to the flange with stainless steel rivets. It lists the product weight in the carton as 1.97 kg.
Hawkins Futura 33 cm Nonstick Dosa Tava (NDT33) specifications
Diameter
33 cm
Thickness
4.88 mm
Surface
Nonstick
Cooktops
Suitable for domestic gas and radiant electric cooktops (the induction label appears only on the INDT28 and INDT30 models)
Handle
Attached to the flange with stainless steel rivets
Weight (product in carton)
1.97 kg
Pros
It has the widest face of the five.
Hawkins gives the body as 4.88 mm thick.
The rivet-fixed handle is described in detail.
Cons
The warranty is not stated.
The weight given is the carton weight, not the tava alone.
Suits: Buyers who want the largest cooking face on a gas or radiant electric cooktop.
Falls short: Induction is not listed for this model, and Hawkins puts the induction label only on its INDT28 and INDT30 models.
This Tramontina tawa is cast iron with no synthetic coating. Tramontina says it is pre-seasoned and ready to use. It also says the tawa is PFOA, PFAS and PTFE free.
The surface has a smooth stone finish. Two handles carry a heat-resistant silicone grip. Tramontina gives a lifetime warranty with an asterisk, and the page does not show the terms.
Tramontina Titanex 30 cm Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Dual Handle Dosa Tawa specifications
Diameter
30 cm
Material
Pre-seasoned cast iron
Coating
No synthetic coating; pre-seasoned, smooth stone finish
Handle
Dual handles with heat-resistant silicone grip
Warranty
Lifetime warranty* (terms not shown on the page)
Pros
Tramontina says there is no synthetic nonstick coating.
It names the PFOA, PFAS and PTFE free claim.
Two handles carry a silicone grip.
Cons
Cooktop support, including induction, is not stated.
Weight and thickness are not stated.
Suits: Buyers who want a pre-seasoned cast iron surface with no synthetic coating.
Falls short: The lifetime warranty carries an asterisk and the page does not show the terms.
Bergner makes this tawa from cast iron with a pre-seasoned finish. Bergner lists no other coating. It has an induction bottom and is listed as gas stove ready.
Bergner says it works on all stovetops, including gas, electric and induction. Bergner includes a silicone sleeve and says it gives a safe and comfortable grip on the hot tawa. The model number is BGIN-6448 and the weight is 2.5 kg.
Bergner Eco Cast Iron 30cm Pre-Seasoned Dosa Tawa with Induction Bottom specifications
Diameter
30 cm
Material
Cast iron
Coating
Pre-seasoned finish (no other coating stated)
Induction compatible
Induction bottom; gas stove ready
Handle
Silicone sleeve included for a safe grip
Weight
2.5 kg
Model no.
BGIN-6448
Pros
Bergner lists an induction bottom.
The listing gives a weight of 2.5 kg.
A silicone sleeve comes with it.
Cons
The warranty is not stated.
Thickness and dimensions are not stated.
Suits: Buyers who want cast iron with an induction base and a sleeve for the handle.
Falls short: The listing describes a silicone sleeve but gives no detail on the handle it covers.
The NDT30 is the 30 cm version of the Hawkins Futura. Hawkins lists it under the model code NDT30. It shares the nonstick surface and the 4.88 mm body with the larger tava.
The cooktop line matches the NDT33. It is suitable for domestic gas and radiant electric cooktops. The carton weight is 1.90 kg.
Hawkins Futura 30 cm Nonstick Dosa Tava (NDT30) specifications
Diameter
30 cm
Thickness
4.88 mm
Surface
Nonstick
Cooktops
Suitable for domestic gas and radiant electric cooktops (the induction label appears only on the INDT28 and INDT30 models)
Handle
Attached to the flange with stainless steel rivets
Weight (product in carton)
1.90 kg
Pros
It has a nonstick surface.
Hawkins states the body as 4.88 mm thick.
The carton weight is listed at 1.90 kg.
Cons
The coating type and the warranty are not stated.
The weight given is a carton figure.
Suits: Buyers who want the Hawkins nonstick build at a smaller diameter.
Falls short: At 30 cm it gives less spreading room than the 33 cm Hawkins.
The Durastone is the smallest tawa here at 28 cm, as named by the maker. The body is hard anodised and the coating is a six layer stone finish non-stick. Prestige says the hard anodised body ensures durability at 4.8 mm thickness.
It is listed as gas and induction compatible. The handles are stainless steel stay-cool handles, and Prestige says they are metal spoon friendly. The warranty is two years and the model number is SKU 38149-P.
Prestige Durastone 28 cm Hard Anodised Non-Stick Dosa Tawa specifications
Diameter
28 cm (as named by the maker)
Material
Hard anodised
Coating
6 layer extra durable stone finish non-stick coating
Thickness
4.8 mm
Induction compatible
Gas and induction compatible
Handle
Stainless steel stay-cool handles
Warranty
2 years
Model no.
SKU 38149-P
Pros
It combines a non-stick coating with induction support.
Stay-cool stainless steel handles are listed.
Prestige gives a plain warranty term.
Cons
Weight and outer dimensions are not stated.
The 28 cm name comes from the maker's title.
Suits: Buyers who want a coated hard anodised tawa listed for induction.
Falls short: It is the smallest face in the group.
Decide on the surface first. Hawkins and Prestige Durastone list a non-stick surface or coating. Tramontina says its cast iron has no synthetic coating and is pre-seasoned. Bergner lists a pre-seasoned finish.
Then check your cooktop. Hawkins lists the NDT33 and NDT30 for gas and radiant electric. The Bergner and the Prestige Durastone list induction. Tramontina does not state any cooktop. Hawkins notes that its induction label appears only on its INDT28 and INDT30 models, so look for those codes if you need induction from the Hawkins range.
Size comes next. The listed diameters run from 28 cm to 33 cm. The makers do not link diameter to dosa size, so this guide leaves it as a plain comparison.
Handles differ too. Tramontina gives dual handles with silicone grips. Bergner includes a silicone sleeve. Prestige Durastone has stay-cool steel handles. Hawkins fixes the handle with rivets to the flange.
The Hawkins Futura 33 cm Nonstick Dosa Tava is the top pick for its width and its listed thickness. Its gap is induction, which the listing does not support.
For induction, look at the Prestige Durastone or the Bergner Eco. The Tramontina Titanex suits buyers who want to avoid a synthetic coating. The Hawkins NDT30 is the smaller Hawkins option.
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Our top pickHawkins Futura 33 cm Nonstick Dosa Tava (NDT33)
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Our top pickHawkins Futura 33 cm Nonstick Dosa Tava (NDT33)
