I was looking for a small non-stick pan that I would use primarily for eggs. It needed to work well on an induction cooktop. I had tried several other brands including Demeyere, a very expensive cookware made in Belgium and famous for their performance on induction cooktops. This little 8.5" pan has exceeded my expectations. The surface is tough, non stick and the pan works great on induction. I'm very happy with my Heston pan and could recommend without reservation.