I've used other high end cookware in the past, including some that were very expensive, copper core stainless pans.  Trying to clean them was a nightmare.  I needed something non-stick for times when I'm not needing a sear, but cooking eggs, sauces, etc.  These fit the bill perfectly.  Good sizes, lids fit nicely and everything is heavy and well constructed.  

The nonstick finish IS impressive.  I didn't hammer on it, but using metal utensils / forks / spatulas didn't seem to faze this finish at all!  I will, of course, use silicon tools most of the time, but I wanted to test it and see how well it would hold up.  From everything I can see, these pans (and pots) will last a lifetime.