Bon Voyage Diamond 28-Piece Stainless Steel Set — Induction-Compatible, with Honest Notes on Weight
By Big5 Cookware (manufacturer of Bon Voyage) · Updated 2026-05-21
The Diamond 28pc is our most complete stainless steel kit — a polished mirror-finish cookware set with fully encapsulated thick core base for fast, even heat distribution, compatible with induction stoves. If you switched to induction and watched your aluminium Bon Voyage pots stop working, this is the set built to bridge that gap.
It is also the SKU with the most honest spread of customer feedback we have published — 76% 5-star, but with two repeated criticisms about weight that buyers need to hear before purchase.
Specs
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | Polished mirror-finish stainless steel with fully encapsulated thick magnetic core base |
| Pot count | 28 pieces (graduated saucepans, casseroles with tempered glass lids, fry pan, SS bowls, kitchen tools, apron) |
| Stovetop compatibility | Gas, electric coil, ceramic, halogen, oven, AND induction |
| Lid type | Tempered glass lids |
| Dishwasher | Safe |
| Oven safe | Yes |
| Warranty | 6-month limited |
| Price (factory direct) | R1,399 (regular R2,799, -51%) |
| Verified reviews on Big5 | 160 reviews, 76% 5★ + 16% 4★ = 92% positive |
What's in the box
- Graduated saucepans with tempered glass lids
- Graduated casseroles with tempered glass lids
- Non-stick fry pan
- Stainless steel mixing bowls with covers
- Kitchen tools (food clip, egg beater, frying basket, mat holders, measuring spoons, cleaning sponges)
- Kitchen apron
What real buyers say — including the criticism
5★ nosipho: "I've had them for about 5 months now, and I'm still very happy with them ❤️ no regrets."
5★ Gayenor: "Thank you so much I really enjoy my new pots, quality is on another level at a very good price."
5★ Zee: "I am enjoying this pot set, its light but is good quality. I am using them in my gas stove ans no issues. all in all a good buy."
3★ Cynthia: "I'm not quite happy about the product...it is not as I expected...the bottoms are not as heavy as described...they are quick to burn food..."
4★ Tafadzwa: "Very light weight. I wish I had followed the reviews with 1-3 stars. Im quite dissappointed by the weight of these pots."
Honest reading of the weight criticism
Cynthia's and Tafadzwa's lighter-than-expected complaints are valid and worth understanding. Stainless steel cookware with an encapsulated magnetic base is inherently lighter per litre than heavy aluminium cookware (like our Sapphire 10pc or NW Heavy Duty) — a material property, not a defect.
Berlinger Haus sets in the R3,589+ range use thicker stainless steel walls. If feels-heavy is your top criterion, Berlinger Haus premium (R3,500+) will satisfy you in ways Diamond 28pc at R1,399 will not.
But at R3,589 for 15 pieces vs R1,399 for 28 pieces, Berlinger Haus costs 5x per piece what Diamond does. Most Diamond buyers are happy with the trade-off (92% are 4-5 star).
How it compares to Tiger's 29pc stainless
Tiger (our sister brand also manufactured at Big5) offers a 29-piece stainless steel set at R1,499 — R100 more than Diamond 28pc.
| Spec | Diamond 28pc | Tiger TG29 | Tiger TS29 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pieces | 28 | 29 | 29 |
| Lids | Tempered glass | Tempered glass | All stainless steel |
| Price | R1,399 | R1,499 | R1,499 |
| Induction | Yes | Yes | Yes |
How it compares to rest of Bon Voyage stainless steel
| SKU | Pieces | Lid | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver 11pc | 11 | SS | R499 |
| Gold 19pc | 19 | SS | R999 |
| HQ S27 27pc | 27 | SS | R1,399 |
| Diamond 28pc | 28 | Tempered glass | R1,399 |
What to watch for
Pre-heat properly (60-90 seconds on medium before adding oil/water). Hard water spots — polish with microfibre + vinegar. No steel wool. Glass lids — tempered for oven, but avoid sudden temperature changes.
Buying
R1,399 direct (regular R2,799, -51%). Free SA delivery on orders over R800. 6-month limited warranty. WhatsApp 060 6999 888.
If you want all-stainless lids: S27 27pc. If you do NOT have induction: Queen 10pc Aluminium at R569. If you want non-stick marble: Tiger Non-Stick 15pc.