First of all, I love cooking with stainless.  Don't ever let anybody tell you cooking with stainless is hard.  You just gotta know what you're doing.  This pot is fantastic!  I'm replacing my All-Clad cookware because it's just too heavy for me anymore.  This Cuisinart Classic cookware is just as good and super light weight.  It's wonderful! And it cleans up so easy!  All you need is a nylon sponge and some Bar Keeper's Friend and you're set.  Cleans like a breeze and doesn't scratch up at all.  You're going to love it!  I just can't say enough about this cookware.  I love to cook and I'm real good at it, so take my advice and go with the Cuisinart Classic.