Decided to treat myself to an early holiday gift. My other pans were so old  - it was time for them to go. I knew I wanted hard anodized and began looking online. Decided to take a chance with kitchenaid.  So glad I did. They are well made, solid and heavy, and clean up so easily.  The heat distributes easily. My daughter, who enjoys cooking, loves using the pans and said"Wow! What a difference." The price was great. I am very happy and will stick with kitchenaid.