I've only used these pots once so far, but I've washed them all in the dishwasher (love that feature) and the meal I made didn't stick. They are a nice weight--not too heavy to lift but heavy enough that they seem high quality. The handle didn't get hot on the one I made and there were no water stains after washing. My sister recommended these, and she makes her living as a cook so I totally trust her judgement.