These dishes are great.  I had some strays from years ago that we didn't want to part with.  We had purchased some nice stoneware, but found them too heavy.  I have arthritis so lifting those from the cabinets was difficult.   These dishes are lightweight and easy to clean.  We have more space in the cabinets too.  4 stars, because they do get hot in the microwave.  Already ordered the other pieces to make a full set.