PanSpanPyrex Lasagna Pan
Which Pyrex lasagna pan is deep enough for saucy family dinners and practical to carry, store and clean?
I’d choose the Pyrex Deep 9×13 for a classic family-size lasagna: its 2.75-inch depth gives bubbling sauce more room than a standard shallow baker. If secure, comfortable carrying and going straight from freezer to oven matter more, take the OXO. The M MCIRCO set makes sense when you want several dish sizes, not just one lasagna pan. Whichever glass dish you use, avoid sudden temperature changes and use thick oven mitts when it’s hot.
#1 · Pyrex
Pyrex Deep (9x13") Glass Baking Dish with Lid, Deep Casserole Dish | Preheated oven, freezer & microwave safe
Buy this for a straightforward, deep 9×13 lasagna and casseroles that tend to bubble over. It comes with a snug lid for storing leftovers, and the extra depth is the main reason to choose it over a shallower everyday baker.
#2 · OXO
OXO Good Grips Glass Baking Dish with Lid - 3 Qt Capacity, 9x13 | Freezer Safe Food Storage Containers, Oven Safe, Non-Porous, Easy-Grip Handles, Dishwasher Safe
Choose the OXO if you value wide, ergonomic handles and want a glass dish specifically designed to move from freezer directly to oven. Its slosh-proof lid and stackable storage are also handy for potlucks and meal prep.
#3 · M MCIRCO
M MCIRCO 8 Piece Deep Glass Baking Dish with Lids, BPA free,Gray | Rectangular Glass Bakeware Set, Baking Pans for Lasagna, Casserole Dishes, Microwave, Oven, Freezer, Dishwasher
Take this set if you regularly cook different batch sizes or want several glass dishes for baking and storing. It includes four sizes with lids, but it is a less direct choice if your main need is one deep 9×13 lasagna pan.
Is extra depth worth prioritizing for lasagna?
Yes, if your sauce or cheese often bubbles over: the Pyrex is 2.75 inches deep and is up to 50% deeper than Pyrex Basics dishes. That extra room helps contain bubbling, though it cannot prevent spills if you fill the dish to the rim. For the closest match to a deep, family-size lasagna pan, choose the Pyrex.
Which dish is easiest to carry hot or take to a potluck?
The OXO is my handling pick: its wide, ergonomic handles are designed for a secure grip, and its lid is slosh-proof and stackable. The M MCIRCO dishes also have widened handles and slosh-proof lids, which suit someone taking different-sized dishes on the go. The Pyrex lid is useful for leftovers, but I’d choose OXO or M MCIRCO when spill-resistant transport is the priority.
Do you need one large baker or several sizes?
For a single lasagna or family casserole, get the Pyrex or OXO rather than storing a four-piece set you may not use. The M MCIRCO set ranges from a 1-quart dish to a 3.2-quart dish, so it earns its space if you also make smaller sides, desserts or meal-prep portions. If freezer-to-oven cooking is part of your routine, the OXO has the clearest advantage.
How they compare
Which one is yours
Pyrex: Take it for a deep 9×13 lasagna or casserole where extra headroom for bubbling sauce is the deciding factor.
OXO: Take it when easy-grip handles, a slosh-proof potluck lid and freezer-to-oven use matter most.
M MCIRCO: Take it when you want four different dish sizes for varied cooking, serving and storage jobs.
You will also want
A secure grip and somewhere safe to set a hot dish matter as much as the baker itself. These are the add-ons I’d pair with it for oven-to-table meals and leftovers.
4 Pcs Oven Mitts and Pot Holders,High Heat 500°F Resistant Glove Potholder with Thick Cotton,Silicone Non-Slip Surface Long Kitchen Oven Glove for Cooking Baking Grilling(Grey)
Use these oven mitts for a thicker, non-slip grip when lifting a heavy, hot glass casserole.
Silicone Trivets for Hot Dishes, Heat Resistant Pot Holders, Hot Pads | Morandi, Food Grade Silicone, BPA Free, Non-Slip, 4 Packs
Set the hot dish on a silicone trivet at the table or counter instead of placing it on a cold surface.
KitchenAid Albany Kitchen Towel 4-Pack Set, Milkshake Tan/White, 16"x26"
Keep a towel handy for wiping spills and drying the dish after washing.
Vtopmart 5Pack 22oz Glass Storage Containers with Lids, Grey | Glass Meal Prep Food Container Sets, Snap Airtight Lid, For Microwave, Oven, Freezer and Dishwasher, BPA Free
Separate glass storage containers are useful when the casserole leftovers outlast the serving dish or you want meal-size portions.
Questions buyers ask
How deep is the Pyrex Deep 9×13 dish?
The dish is 2.75 inches deep. That extra height gives saucy lasagna more room to bubble, but leave some headroom rather than filling it to the top.
Can glass bakeware go directly from the freezer into the oven?
The OXO is specifically described as freezer-to-oven safe. For the Pyrex, freezer-safe and preheated-oven-safe do not mean you should take a frozen dish straight into a hot oven; thaw it first and avoid abrupt temperature changes.
How do I reduce the chance of glass bakeware cracking from thermal shock?
Avoid sudden temperature changes: don’t put a cold glass dish into a hot oven unless that dish is designed for it, and don’t set a hot dish on a cold or wet surface. Follow the dish’s use instructions and handle hot glass with dry, secure oven mitts.
Which dish has the easiest handles to grip with oven mitts?
The OXO remains my pick; the M MCIRCO set also describes widened handles. For any hot, heavy glass dish, grip both sides securely and keep the route to the table clear.
Will the lids prevent sauce from leaking during transport?
The OXO and M MCIRCO lids are described as slosh-proof, not as locking or leakproof; the Pyrex lid is snug-fitting. Carry any lidded dish level, especially with sauce.
What is the difference between a standard Pyrex 9×13 and the Deep dish?
A standard dish is fine for bakes that stay well below the rim; choose the Deep for bubbling casseroles.
Is borosilicate glass different from the Pyrex dish here?
The OXO is identified as borosilicate glass and is specifically described as thermal-shock-resistant and freezer-to-oven safe. For the Pyrex, use the stated preheated-oven and freezer guidance and avoid abrupt temperature changes rather than assuming the same direct-transfer behavior.