Because of their shallowness, these pans are perfect for flipping and shaking objects. Because frying pans are often thinner than skillets, they heat up faster. This ensures that the pan and food are evenly and quickly heated. Furthermore, the flavor is retained because a frying pan heats up quickly.
This makes skillets the generally larger option between the two, as its overall diameter can usually range between 20cm to 40cm. The generally larger size of the skillet makes it a better choice to feed families or a crowd. Popular skillet sizes are often the 25cm and 30cm ones, especially so for those who enjoy the versatility to cook single meal portions and larger ones.