This is a nice looking set of pots & pans and skillets, but it is pretty lightweight. I've had hard anodized cookware before and it was much heavier than this -- I'm thinking this is just coated aluminum. The prep bowls are nice, very attractive, but they need lids. Also, the handles on the pans and on the lids get very hot. You will need pot holders. I've only had this a few weeks, so I have no idea how well it holds up. Time will tell, I guess. I bought it on a sale, so the price was reasonable for what was included.