The surface is the first decision
Bare aluminum is a sensible direction if you are comfortable lining the pan or using oil for release. A coated pan is worth considering when easy release is the feature you want, provided you also accept the gentler cleaning and utensil rules that go with the coating.
Read the temperature ceiling
Nordic Ware lists its Naturals bakeware for use up to 500 F. USA Pan sets a 450 F limit for this half sheet. That distinction matters before a very hot roast or a bread recipe calls for the pan. Stay within the instructions for the exact pan you receive.
Neither temperature number tells us how flat a pan stays in a particular oven. Warp resistance is a manufacturer's design claim until it is tested. Also check the separate limit of any liner or rack you add; the pan's rating does not extend to every accessory placed on top.
Half sheet is not an exact fit guarantee
The listed outside dimensions are 17.9 by 12.9 inches for Nordic Ware and 17.75 by 12.75 inches for USA Pan. Measure the clear space inside the oven, including the rack supports. A small difference matters when a compact oven is close to its limit.
The linked Nordic Ware listing is a two-pan pack. The USA Pan listing is one pan. That bundle difference belongs in the decision, especially if you need a second sheet for staggered baking. Compare the actual package contents rather than the product photograph alone.
Match the pan to your habits
Our fit-based choice is Nordic Ware for a cook who wants uncoated bakeware and the higher listed heat limit. USA Pan makes sense for someone who specifically wants a coated surface and generally cooks below 450 F. Hand washing is the prudent routine for both products.
For vegetables that keep steaming instead of browning, a new finish may be beside the point. Spread the pieces out, dry them reasonably well and consider dividing the batch between sheets.
Keep in mind
Compare published product specifications, care instructions, and the features that matter for your cooking.
Use the coating care rules from USA Pan; avoid sharp metal utensils.
