The nonstick coating on this pan is very durable and highly scratch resistant, no matter what type of utensils you use. The Thermopoint heat indicator on the handle is like fool-proof cooking! The indicator turns red when it is the perfect temperature to start cooking, so no more adding food in before the pan is hot which results in undercooked, and if using oil, soggy food. When the pan is ready to be handled or washed, the indicator turns green. Love these pans and to me, they cook like a lightweight cast iron.