Mueller 17-Piece Stainless Steel Pots and Pans Set – Tri-Ply Ultra-Clad Pro Cookware Set, Induction Ready, Oven Safe, Even-Heat Aluminum Core, Includes Skillets, Saucepans, Dutch Oven, Stockpot

If you're on the fence...just buy it. My set arrived undamaged, although the box was a bit dinged up, everything inside was flawless and missing nothing, the manufacturer really does a great job at packing so much into the box, considering how big the box is. So, before purchasing I kept wondering if a budget set really was the way to go, but since I never owned a SS pan before I figured even if it didn't work out, well it's not a significant amount of money to lose. Man, I was blown away by the beauty and craftsmanship of this set! I was also worried that the handles would be hollow and maybe not be durable (they seem solid), but they actually stay relatively cool to the touch and are comfortable when handling the set. I'm not sure about the thickness of the SS, but I'm not too sure that it's anything to be concerned with regarding this set, as it is all working so well. Every piece has a nice weight to it...not too heavy and not too light. Just some advice...if you're anything like me and watched a lot of YouTube videos on SS usage...forget all of it, for this set, anyway. The videos pretty much all will say to heat your pan(s) until you get the "mercury effect" with water. Forget that right now. The Mueller instructions say otherwise and they are correct (for this set). I followed the Mueller instructions by washing everything, then seasoning the pans with oil on low heat for 1-2 minutes, let the pans cool, then wash again and hand-dry completely. Then when you're ready to use them you add oil/fat to a COLD pan, heat for 1-2 minutes on low-med heat, then add the food. I have already cooked fried eggs, scrambled eggs, home-fried potatoes, boiled pasta, made pasta sauce. Heck, I even made a crab leg boil in the 8 qt stock pot. By following the instructions I have not been able to get anything to stick to this set. Low-medium heat and cold oil/fat are key to making this set work better than any toxic "non-stick" item on the market. I'm also still a huge fan of cast iron, I think with proper care and usage this set will also last a lifetime. Please read the included instructions, the manufacturer wants you to be pleased with your purchase and know how to successfully use it. One key thing to note here is that this set is only oven-safe to 360 degrees F without the glass lid and 250 degrees F with the glass lid, this is not an issue for me, but may be for some individual needs.

Absolutely an amazing set! Very high-quality cooks everything to perfection easy to clean.

Awesome product.

I like the durability but I cannot stress enough how you MUST ‘season’ all the pans very well, several times before you have the nonstick like cook-ability just as nonstick cookware, but worth it, heat distribution is good, they are not too heavy but might be for older cooks like my mom, I like they way the keep their clean look way better than any nonstick cookware I’ve ever had, and I don’t have to worry about the nonstick stuff ever getting into my food after a couple years, happy with this purchase

I bought this set awhile ago, I wanted to really get my use in on them before leaving a review. I had gotten this after my ninja cookware started peeling and sticking. Nonstick cookware is iffy sometimes and I've always been intimidated with stainless steel simply because I was unfamiliar with out to cook with it properly! Thank goodness for food network 🤣 I chose this set because it was cheaper than my last 2 cookware sets and also because I love this brand and have never been disappointed with any of my products perchased from them so I figured I had nothing to lose. These pans fit my small living space perfectly. They're user friendly with an RV stove, size wise. I use them every single day and it feels good knowing that I'm not cooking my family's meals on toxic nonstick cookware anymore. Pros-cost, size, lightness, durability Cons-the handle does get hot, but they warn with that anyway, and the edges of the pots and pans are a little sharp in my opinion. If you're looking for a nontoxic cookware set but feel intimidated with stainless steel, this set is very affordable and user friendly. The main point of stainless steel is needing to preheat the pan and then create a nonstick surface with a little bit of oil. Once that's heated up you can flick water off of your fingers and if the water hits and scatters like little beads, it's good to go. Also, let them cool completely before washing them. I've noticed that because of this, food tends to stick and you need to use elbow grease. My tip is to soak it once it's cooled with a little bit of soap before you start your other dishes. By the time you get to the pots and pans that soak will be good to go and cleaning will be easy. Dobie sponges are user friendly as well as bamboo and ecological material sponges. (my pictures won't upload, I will try updating later.)

Good quality for the price.

Not too bad, most of the set items are still in decent shape, but several of the heavily used pans and pots went bad and lost their non-stick coating after less than 2 years, hence the 3 star rating. Not too bad for the price I paid, my wife sent me this link to buy for her a couple years ago, we have since had to replace the entire set since they did not last very long.

Made in China if you are curious. Differently made compared to other brands. The mouth has a lip compared to straight lip of others, helps with seal. All covers has vent holes which I am looking for. I love it so far. I still need to learn how to fry on this one but the pots and casserole are nice.

Honestly I was excited a year and a half ago when we purchased this new set, stainless Made in Austria. Over time we've noticed all dark spots appearing on the bottom inside of a number of the pans, pots n skillets. Tried everything to remove them but can't. Best I figure is that it's bits of carbon steel which somehow makes it's way into the stainless during manufacturing process. Will not, nor can I recommend this set, expected better. Thank you

Muy buen set, muy satisfecho

El diseño y el acero es bueno, lastima que las paredes delgadas, por eso al cocinar tienden a cargar más el calor ahí y termina quemando el alimento an las paredes, así que es buena pero no profesional.

So I won't know if the the gift is any good but it did arrive on time brand new no scratches carefully packaged

They resolved our issue quickly and fairly. Love the color!