We bought this set about 4 months ago after thinking and researching the purchase for about a year. Today, we couldn't be happier. Frankly, WE LOVE THEM!

Pros:

- Glass lids (not a feature found on the All Clads, mind you)
- Even heat distributions makes for consistent cooking.
- Handles don't get hot.
- Food cooks faster, especially true when boiling water.
- Really easy clean up (even fish!); I was actually shocked how painless clean up was. And to tell you the truth, we put them in the dishwasher and they look fine. If we want them looking really spiffy, we use a little barkeepers friend.
- Speaking of looks, they are so very attractive!
- Sturdy construction. Heavy, but not excessively so.
- Great price (bought them from another retailer with a 20% coupon and a free $50 gift card bonus that we used on the same transaction).

Cons: Um? Honestly, none!

Good luck and happy cooking!

Calphalon's website lists the 13-piece Tri-ply set with a suggested retail price of $399.99, not $820!

Prior to getting this set, I decided to try one pan. So I got the everyday pan first. I liked it so much, I bought this set. So far no problems with sticking even when heating cream sauces and other thick foods like chili. When using the fry pans, it's important to preheat before adding the oil, and heat the oil before adding the food. Use a heat level less than you would use with other pans. On my gas cooktop, I use medium to medium-high heat. Cleanup is a breeze with nothing but dish soap and water. I use the barkeepers friend cleaner to keep them shiny. I have one pan that is the Calphalon Contemporary and that one seems to have yellowed on the outside after a couple of uses, but I haven't had that happen to any of the Tri-ply cookware. In my research I found out that the TriPly is one of the only sets that has 3 layers of stainless and aluminum on the sides as well as on the bottom. Most have it only on the bottom of the pan. The layering helps the pan to heat quicker and to hold the heat better.

This wonderful cookware and I am completely happy with it. I would recommend it to anyone. This will probably be the last set of cookware I will ever have to buy.

My wife and I now enjoy cooking with fewer concerns and better cooked food while using attractive cookware. We were extremely disappointed in our Caphalon hard anodized pans that we purchased about 4 years ago and soured on non-stick/hard anodized from the experience. I also read on Consumer Reports that fumes from an overheated non-stick pan can kill pet birds, so for peace of mind, we decided against replacing our set with another non-stick set. We firmly set out to purchase a stainless steel set that we felt was a fair value, but would also last us a great deal longer than 4 years.

We had narrowed our choices down to the Emerilware from All-Clad, the Caphalon Tri-Ply, and the Cuisinart Multiclad. We eliminated the real, Made in USA All-Clad because of price. I don't consider pans to be family heirlooms and thus don't need them to last so long that I can hand them down to my grandchildren. A set of All-Clad's would've cost nearly 4 times as much as my budget would allow. I also eliminated the Cuisinart Chef's Classic because we didn't feel like it would last us as long as we wanted. I did recommend that set to my single sister however and she's very happy with it thus far.

Both the Cuisinart Multiclad and the Caphalon Tri-Ply are entirely wrapped in an aluminum core between two layers of stainless steel (Tri-Ply). However, the Emirilware only has aluminum disks on the bottom of the pans. We eventually eliminated the Emirilware for this reason. The Caphalon and Cuisinart have mostly similar pieces in the set. There are two main differences between them. The Caphalon has the pasta insert while the Cuisinart has the steamer insert. I personally prefer the steamer insert over the pasta insert. The other difference is in the covers. The Caphalon has glass covers while the Cuisinart is all stainless steel. My preference here is glass covers.

Our final choice was the Caphalon set because I actually got to look at them and was able to use a 20% off coupon at a local retailer. Though they also sold the Cuisinart Multiclad, I had to order it and they did not have it on display. I honestly think I would have been happy with either set. They both met my price point, quality requirements, included the pieces I wanted (the saute pan was a must!), and were high grade stainless steel. My only real concern at this point, was how to use and care for stainless steel pans in general.

After reviewing care and use instructions from All-Clad, Caphalon, Cuisinart and other internet sites, I wrote up a little document for myself as reference. Some of my notes may seem obvious to some, but they weren't to me since I was neither an avid cooker nor experienced using anything but non-stick pans. I have included the notes below to share with everyone. If anyone has anything to add or corrections, please feel free to comment.

Stainless Steel Care and Use
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USAGE:
· High heat only when boiling water or reducing liquids.
· Medium heat for sautéing, frying, or stir frying.
· Low heat for warming or simmering.
· Every oven is different so test the heat settings to determine correct cooking temperatures, starting with lower heat.
· Preheat the pan 1-2 minutes on low before cooking or to the temperature you intend to cook at. Never preheat on high to heat faster.
· Bring liquids to a boil first before adding salt to prevent salt pits and spots.
· Use oils or butter to prevent sticking, such as when frying.
· NEVER use aerosol cooking sprays. They leave a gummy residue that is difficult to remove completely, causing food to stick.
· NEVER store food in pans after cooking.
WASHING:
· Let pan cool before washing to prevent warping.
· Hand washing after soaking is preferable using a soft cloth or a clean Dobie pad and dish soap, drying immediately.
· Never use oven cleaner, baking powder, chlorine bleach, ammonia-based cleaners or other abrasive or caustic cleaning agents.
STAIN REMOVAL:
· Hard water can leave white or chalky spots/residue. Take 1 part vinegar to 3 parts water and reach a boil. Remove from heat and let cool then wash normally with a cloth or clean Dobie pad and dry.
· To remove burned on food stains, soak enough warm soapy water to cover the stain for 1 hour. Boil the soapy water for 10-15 minutes. Let water cool to the touch and scrub with clean Dobie pad. Wash again with soapy water, rinse, and dry. Repeat for stubborn residue.
· Barkeeper's Friend or Bon Ami can be used as well by first immersing the pan in warm water. Follow directions from cleanser. Rub in circular motion from the center outward. Wash in hot soapy water and dry immediately.
· Exterior can be cleaned using Barkeeper's Friend or Bon Ami and a soft cloth or clean Dobie pad then rinsing in lukewarm water.
· Clean diligently after each use and before reusing as stains or stuck on foods can be more difficult to remove upon reheating.

After a few weeks of use and care, here are some of my observations. After the first use, stainless steel will NEVER, EVER look like they are new. I don't care what anybody says. They begin to show wear almost immediately. I believe that the Dobie pad has actually caused tiny little scratches on the bottom of the interior and exterior of the pans, sort of like the tiny swirls in the paint job you see after washing a car. Cooking is much faster than non-stick pans and requires much less heat. The pans also seem to cool faster. I burned my food the first couple of times while finding the right cooking temperature. Food definitely sticks to the pans far more than non-stick, BUT, if you soak it for a little while, it is rediculously easy to clean. Barkeeper's Friend is a savior and will clean off almost anything off the pans. Rainbowing, is a part of life with stainless steel cookware. If you cannot deal with it (and I wouldn't blame you) then you may want to look at other types of cookware. I know I probably couldn't convince my parents to give up their non-stick T-Fal set.

In summary, I don't think that you can really go wrong with the Caphalon Tri-Ply or the Cuisinart Multiclad. At this point, it would come down to whether you prefer a pasta or steamer insert or glass or steel covers. With promos and coupons, I only paid about $30 more for the Caphalon over the Cuisinart set. If you're like me, you may also want to actually look at the cookware in person. As a first-time stainless steel cookware owner, I had to learn and re-learn a lot of things about using and caring for them. Thus far, it has been worth it. I feel like I'm almost a semi-expert on stainless steel by now. I find myself also thumbing through our cookbooks for the first time, wondering which pans I can use to try cooking new meals.

My husband and I have had this set for over a year now and absolutely LOVE it! We had a couple different sets before and now know what a difference a really nice set can make. They cook evenly without burning, clean up beautifully and have not discolored at all (there is a slight yellowish orange patina on the bottom that could be cleaned off with bar keepers friend - but I kind of like the light patina...). We bought the 13-piece tri-ply set and have added a couple other pieces to it - we love all of them. I also bought an AllClad pan but the dark grey exterior always leaves grey streaks/lines in my sink and on the counter; I really do prefer the clean looking stainless.

We've had no problems at all with this set and would highly recommend it to everyone.

I bought the 13 pc set a little over a month ago after a lot of research. I wanted a set of pots and pans that I would keep for 20+ years, and I fully intend to do that with these. Initially, I was awed by the sleek look of the Contemporary series, but did a little digging to see the major differences between that and the tri-ply. I'm convinced that with the tri-ply, I got more for my money, for a superior set.

What convinced me was the tri-ply design. Different from other sets, the inner core is sandwiched throughout the whole piece, not just the bottom.

So far, I've browned meat, cooked noodles, vegetables, and I've been very pleased with the performance of these pans. I supplemented my 13-piece set with a 10-in nonstick pans, for eggs.

I plan on handwashing these pans (even after I get a dishwasher) to keep them looking brand new. So far, Barkeeper's Friend has proven to be magic, even after stubborn cooking stains.

I highly recommend these pans. If you are looking at a less-expensive set, these are worth the money, and if you are looking at something pricier, check these pans out and save yourself a few dollars.

I purchased an inexpensive set of non-stick pans for my wife several years ago. Big mistake - she uses metal utensils! So I bought the tri-ply set of Calphalon cookware. Both my wife and I could not be more satisfied. The quality is great, the workmanship is fantastic and they do a great job doing what they are intended for - cooking. When she's done cooking, I can use a little bar keeper's friend and they're as good as new. I strongly recommend this set to anyone. Spend the money - buy the set.

My husband purchased this cookware for me for Christmas. I absolutely LOVE it! It conducts heat very well ... I do not have to cook on such a high temp. any more. Would highly recommend!!! The see through lids are great as well.

I recently switched over to this set and also purchased the 12 inch omlette/fry plan. I was worried about having food stick to the pans as well as how difficult they would be to clean. I was pleasantly surprised that food did not stick as long as I followed the directions to not cook on high heat. I followed the butter test and had not issues with food sticking. I was also impressed with the ease of cleaning. I did purchase some barkeepers friend to help keep the finish looking good. I have been very pleased so far.

As with my bamboo utensils, we have had this set of cookware for a little more than a year now so I can give some everyday use insights. The pans are well-constructed and have had no functional issues with them at all. Others have taken issue with the colouring or scratching of the products...the way I see it, they are just signs of use and do not bother me in the slightest.

Heat-wise, they are much quicker to come to temperature than my old set and cleanup is no different than anything else in the kitchen. My idea in getting this particular model was precisely for their utility. I use them, give them a quick scrape in the sink, and then toss them in the dishwasher. No muss, no fuss. My only complaint, if I were to have one is the lids. They are not well-suited to the pans. The fit isn't always exact and the handles DO get hot when cooking so watch out.

We did a lot of research before buying these. We like how they heated evenly, were pretty and were super solid and heavy. However, all the food sticks to it! The worst part (why we are sending them back to the store today) is that after ONE washing (one by hand AND one in dishwasher)they have become "rainbow" looking inside. The one put in the dishwasher has gotten pitted and looks like its totally ruined.
We are sad about this.. however the brand is a good brand so we'll prob switch to the non stick ones

When my husband and I were registering for wedding gifts, we thought we wanted to register for All-Clad cookware. I'm very glad that we looked at cookware in a store, because I hated the way the All-Clad handles felt in my hands. These Calphalon pans (and the All-Clad) are very heavy, so a comfortable handle is a must! The Calphalon handles are much more comfortable, and I like the glass lids so I can check on things without removing the lid.

I've been cooking with these pans for 3 months now and I love them. They heat very evenly and have amazing heat retention. I use the 2 1/2 and the 4 1/2 qt saucepans and the saute pan all the time. I'm not a big fan of the pasta insert on the stockpot, but my husband uses it. In addition to this set, we also registered for 2 non-stick Calphalon tri-ply frying pans which I use for omelets and crepes.

4+ stars; I could not make that selecton.
After much research I decided on the Calphalon Tri-Ply Stainless-Steel set. I have been using them now for about 5 weeks. I got the 13-piece set, because I have always wanted a pasta strainer, and have been more than pleased with my decision. I was a little worried about the glass lids, see other review, but I also REALLY like being able to see what is happing with whatever I am cooking. I also like the fact that when you lift the lid you can catch the condensation and not be watering down what you are cooking, unlike with a flatter lid. It does take some changing of your cooking habits. You have to let the pan heat up empty first and then begin cooking. Clean up has been fine, I have not put them in the dishwasher although they are supposed to be dishwasher safe. I just wash them by hand; if something did get a little cooked on I just let it soak a while, but this has been minimal. I will admit that the inside will get "used" looking within the first couple of uses, but I bought them to cook in not to stay pretty, no issues with the outside. There are clear instructions on how to use them. My old set was coated with a non stick finish and I just could not stand using them any more, what was I really serving my family??? With the stainless I know exactly what is being served. Although I am a long time Amazon shopper, usually my first stop to shop, I got what I think was a great deal at a local bedding shop; 399.99 plus 20% off and a bonus 4-piece Calphalon One Infused Anodized set (the pot, lid, dishtowel and recipe cards) and a 50.00 gift card.
I gave them 4+ stars only because of the handles. They are not the most easy to use, I think they should have been wider or thicker; they are just too thin or narrow. But I am adjusting to them.

I wanted to write a review since I used reviews to purchase this set. I have owned this set for about a year now and I am completely satisfied. In fact, I LOVE this cookware. It cooks beautifully and it is very very very easy to clean. It is a purchase for a life time and it is worth it to spend extra money. I love to cook even more now and I even like washing them. And that's something!

Only have had the cookware for a few weeks but they are by far the best set that I have ever purchased. Right after my purchase I did see them for a little cheaper at Bed Bath and Beyond with a bonus teapot, so do a little research if price is a big concern. Otherwise you won't be disappointed with the quality and looks.

The stainless steel is hard to cook in but as a warning beware of those lids. Two of them have already exploded on me for no apparent reason at all. I mean they literally exploded! I just don't get it. First time was a while back with one of the two large glass lids it comes with cracked on me, well kinda exploded into this large webbed glass. I thought it was a fluke until recently when I spent nearly 3 hours on some gumbo and the lid was not even completely covered! It exploded in front of my eyes, I could not believe it happened again. Pisser is that I spent all that prep time and it was gone to waste, had to order in. The lids are really terrible and this time a couple pieces of glass literally flew out hitting my kitchen wall and hitting me as well. I will upload a few pictures of the exploded lid. I am not even that upset at the fact that the lid broke, just that I spent all that time on food preparation.

Calphalon graciously replaced my lids.

This is a very beautiful set of pans, and I've found them to perform exactly as promised by the manufacturer. As far as cleaning goes, after all but the lightest of use, I've found that the manufacturer's suggestion of Bon Ami and a Dobie pad to be the only way to get them truly clean (and it's important to use the retro Nylon yellow Dobie sponge and not the green Scotch Brite pads, which will scratch the finish). I've found that they heat quickly and evenly, and cooking with them is a joy.

This is a great set of cookware. You get all the pieces you will ever need. They cook evenly, and are easy to clean. I have simmered, stewed, saute'd, fried, flambed etc and have been very satisfied. They will last for a long time and well worth the price. I am writing an edit after over a year of cooking with these daily. This cookware is fantastic. I use them all the time and it looks new. Once in a while I use barkeeper's friend to polish the inside, and stainless steel polish to polish the outside. I highly recommend this set.

I have had Calphalon Tri-Ply pans for over a year. I am a school trained Culinarian and Certified Chef of over 30 years. I am qualified to tell anyone that these are "MY" favorite pans.

I typically use commercial products where I work so I am familiar with Calphalon. I have always liked stainless steel cookware. I purchased these for my home (I do most of the cooking there too!) People ask me all the time, what kind of cookware, knives etc. I use at home. I always tell them "Calphalon Tri-Ply is the best and most affordable system out there"! I don't care if my pots and pans hang in view of guests or how shiny they are! Don't make this a cookware consideration!

Buy a good set of pans, keep them clean and so what if they have a few scratches? Displaying expensive shiny pans only tells people you have expensive shiny pans! My pans are for cooking...not displaying! Every so often I will shine them up with Bar Keepers Friend. It works well and is not too abrasive. Just keep em clean inside and out and they'll be fine for displaying! Most people care less about what brand hangs on your pot rack! Or how shiny and scratch free inside they are! Yes insides do get minor scratches when using metal utinsels...so what?! It doesn't affect your cooking or product taste. Here is a tip for people who say clean up is hard...

If you burn something and food sticks... Simply place a cup of water in the pan, bring it to a boil. (similar to when you de-glace food particles) Remove from stove, let sit a few minutes. Wash normally with soapy water and scrub pad. I love the fact that I can just wash lightly and place in dishwasher!

Tri-Ply construction allows these pans to heat on the entire surface (sides too). Do not ever cook on high, except to maybe boil water! The pans will get too hot to cook properly. I always heat my pans, melt my butter/put my oils in, and then the food. This is the best method to get a proper sear or saute and the bonus is most foods won't stick then! A On a stove 1-10, a 6 or 7 usually is the range of cooking for me. I also like to remove the pan from the stove about 1/2 to 3/4 way through cooking sauces and vegetables because they retain the heat and continue to cook (overcook). Lids seal well. I love the way you can see the food without having to remove the lid.

Enough ranting. Bottom Line....Calphalon Tri-Ply is simply in my opinion the best cookware I have found and a great value. If you want to cook well you must start with good cookware! If still not sure...buy a starter piece! (perhaps the 12" Everyday Pan) Try different cooking methods...beat it up (if you can) and mark my words you'll probably get the remaining pieces!


Oh yes, I also purchased a small non-stick omelet pan for cooking eggs! Know what?! I have never had to use it! Stainless works just as good if not better at cooking all foods! So,
Enjoy cooking and always...."Play with your food"!

Looks great, cooks great. However, you CANNOT use any metal utensil stirring these stainless steel pots! They become visibly scratched! The pamphlet included DOES NOT state to use wood or plastic utensils. I called the warrantee people and was told that "the scratches do not affect the cooking", well, that's good, but they don't look as attractive as they first did. The scratches are there permanently now. If the pamphlet stated such before hand or if stated in the advertisement, I would have thought twice before spending a small fortune on these pots. Disappointed with deception

In purchasing my cookware, I tried several brands. I have an All-clad sauce pan and also tried out a Calphalon Try-ply skillet (along with a few others including copper). Well the Calphalon is good and if you got it as a gift you should be pleased. However if your out looking to buy a nice set, get the Cuisinart Multiclad - this is not the more common Classic Chef series. I got the Cuisinart Multiclad 12-pc set on sale at Dillards and I couldn't be more happy. The Cuisinart Multiclad is built the same way as the Calphalon Try-ply and All-Clad stainless. It has a nicer inside finish than the Calphalon, which means it cleans up better and sticks less. They all cook great but the Calphaon did discolor a bit. I'm just not impressed with Calphalon's products. If you want to go all out get All-Clad, But if you want a great set that cooks great, looks great and will last a very long time, get the Cuisinart Multiclad. The Calphalon isn't worth the extra money.

My wife and I purchased this set to replace ALL of our kitchen cookware that was lost/damaged in a recent move. The performance is flawless. Clean-up is a snap. I don't understand the problems others are having with food sticking (if you food is sticking, I guarantee it's not the pan's fault). The only thing that would take this set over the top is the addition of a non-stick for omelets and crepes and such. I'd also recommend upgrading to the 5qt saute (you can only fit two bone-in pork chops at a time in the 3qt)

Aftere using my mom's hand-me-down Revere ware (it was her wedding gift 50 years ago) I decided it was time for some new pans. I knew I wanted stainless, did my research, and chose these. I am very happy with them! In a word...superb. Remember to keep the heat low and soak beofre washing and you too will be very happy with these. And I love the glass tops!

Bought a set for myself and my daughter. Very difficult to keep clean and bright. Things stick, pots discolor. For that amount of money, THE PRODUCT PERFORMANCE IS REALLY UNACCEPTABLE. Yes, read the directions! Yes, followed the directions for cleaning and correct cooking methods. Yes, read all the reviews and followed their advice...but, am really sorry I bought them. Too much time and effort to maintain and use. (My daughter has had the same experience)...Thanks, but no thanks.

We just decided to switch to stainless because of the harmful chemicals released by non-stick pans at high heats, as well as a general growing interest in cooking, such as the ability to sear food and deglaze the pan to make great sauces.

We looked at cheaper lines, such as Emerilware, Cuisinart's Chef's Classic, and Simply Calphalon Stainless, and decided we didn't like the fact that the bottoms of those pans are the only areas that are triple-ply, so the sides on those are thinner and don't heat in the same way the bottoms do. Those cheaper pans also don't feel balanced in the hand, and so to me they actually feel heavier because of the awkwardness. The unibody construction of Calphalon's Tri-Ply line seemed to be the same quality as All-Clad's triple-ply construction, but cheaper. After reading reviews of people who have both types of pans, we decided there was no difference going with Calphalon Tri-Ply than with the much more expensive All Clad.

After using this set for a month, we really think it's the best value out there, and it's been fantastic. The food tastes better. The pans heat incredibly evenly and quickly, and the handles actually don't get hot, which surprised me. I personally prefer the see-through lids this set has, compared to the solid lids you will get with something like All Clad. Clean-up is no problem with Bar Keeper's Friend, and really, even if something *were* to be seriously stuck on there, which hasn't happened yet, at least you can use real scrubbers (unlike with nonstick). The best thing about the 13 piece set is the 3 qt. covered saute pan, which is the most useful pan of all. (There's a reason they go for one fifty on their own.) That alone makes this set a good value, because the 8 piece set doesn't have one and is only a hundred dollars cheaper, and with the 13 piece set you also get an extra giant 4 qt. saucepan and a pasta insert.

If you want a GREAT deal on this set, go to BB&B, use their 20% off coupon, and even with tax you will get out of there under three fifty, plus they often have give-away deals, such as the free fifty dollar gift card and free stainless teapot we got with ours. In any case, buy these pans, because they're definitely worth it!

Firstly my wife and I Found the Tri-Ply Stainless-Steel Cookware to be beautiful, then we enjoyed the easy cooking that went along with it. We did find out the hard way that we should not cook on high heat. An average 3-4 out of 7 does quite well. The out side does change colors like yellow or orange if you cook to high or spill. But you can find the reccomended cleaning pads at Raleys, and also an outside only polish for keeping a nice look for display. The Price is lower than in store offers. My wife wanted to go with the new contemrary(pretty)new style, but it was a smaller set. She thinks these are just as nice looking or better. We like best, the leave in pasta pot. It makes draining easy. We use that for whole chicken, potatoes, pasta, and even poaching large vegies. We also boaght the 12 inch omlet fry pan and 12 inch every day deep dish with small handles cookerware pot/pan with lid online. We use those alot. The 12 inch deep everyday pan with lid was $79, but in store it was $140 or higher. We use it alot. So over all, you must read the little direction that come with the pans and follow the butter or oil test that helps you find the propper heat and prevet discoloring and buring foryour stove. The Pans Do cook evenly thanks to the tri-ply. Just remember cooking on higher temp only burns, it doesnt cook faster. We are very happy with our service from amazon and Calphalon. Fact, it is a federal Law that all animals in shelters, Zoos, and such must eat only from stainless Steel Cookware(feeding Dishes). Our hospitals can only use Stainless Steel for our sick, and general public. Even though other Dark stlyes are probably cook as well and hide spots and match kitchens, they can lead to alztimmers and cancer after long time or imprpper use of. Both my wife and I have had Loved ones suffer from both, so we choose to use stainless steel to keep our family safer and healthy. If we had more money we would have bought the 5-Ply with copper and aluminum inside, but we don't and are happy with the tri-ply and did the best we can. Some people buy things for looks, quality and health wise reasons, this cookware does all three. Please forgive my grammer my 2 daughters are tring to get my attention now. I just thought its important to share what we found, GREAT COOKWARE. It Does require needs some up keep and practice to use. I'll be honest, I have not yet tried them in the oven. The lids can only go to 450 degrees, and a family member said the oven can discolor them, but so the does the stove top, if you ignore directions. But thats what the inexpesive cleaners are for. We will just have to learn the right oven settings for each food or dish as well. Its worth it, its fun to discover together, and brings kitchen time for my wife and I closer. You can also go online to learn more (calphalon.com) I did. We have bought more to the set, like the Roasting Pan and the others I mentioned before, thats because we like it so and we cook everything and alot so we always need more. GOOD LUCK, REMEMBER IT IS A LARGER SET And YOU WILL USE IT ALL WEITHER YOUR COOKING FOR TWO OR SIX. Also Let the pans cool with food on them before cleaning, and food comes off easier. I have written a NOVEL, its all true. I GIVE IT A 4 1/2 for the times we had to learn to cook on medium to lower heat, and searing takes seconds now not minutes. At first we over cooked things but not know. We now know with good pans comes good evenly cooked food that saves time and is gentle on the food. You can taste the diffrence. Thanks for taking your time reading my first reveiw, but not first time shopping with Amazon. I always wondered if the companys write these things. They didn,t write this one. I am sure every cookware set comes with directions. So to keep the wonderful look of this set read them, and take your time. It gets easier each time you use them. P.S BUY THE CLEANING PADS, you dont want to scrach the stainless steal. The inside already has a natural scrachy look, its niceand theres less worry. Hope I could Help, Off to do family time.

I shopped between the Tri-Ply and the Simply Calphalon Stainless product lines... tried them out in a local store. I recommend the Simply Calphalon set which has a much more comfortable handle. The Tri-Ply is quite a bit heavier; the handles are very uncomfortable with the Tri-Ply especially with the additional weight, even when empty; it might have slightly better heat distribution than the Simply line, however the Simply line does have pretty good heat distribution; the Tri-Ply is quite a bit more expensive.

Go with Simply Calphalon Stainless for better product for the price. (I've owned my Simply set for almost 2 years now -- very satisfied. I do not recommend getting the Tri-Ply.)

I think these pans are great. If you follow the instructions in the pampflit to make foods to not stick it really works. And the clean-up is really simple an little warm water and a doby pad and some bar keepers friend you've got it made. They are great.
I have never been more happy with a set of pans than these ones.