Compared to other brands I have purchased in the past these really do have the nonstick surface. I have bought things that say non-stick and first time I used it I noticed it did not live up to it. The Faberware definitely proves that with first use that they are non-stick. This is a product I would buy myself for a family member as a gift! Before participating in the Viewpoints Sampling I had heard of Faberware but had never purchased and now I wish I had! If your looking for a great pots and pans set that is non stick and really not heavy compared to other brands, I would recommend this to you. I have used these for 2 weeks now and I'm in love. Even got rid of all my old pots cause I only want to use these!