At that price, I would not buy a set of anything. You can customize the items that you really need and get all sorts of wonderful things without getting a set. Check the Cooking Forum, and ask there.

Hmm I just bought 1 all clad non-stick last week at a good discount.. (I only want to keep 1 non-stick for eggs, etc.), that's bad news that yours is peeling (I heard they have excellent warranty even on the non-stick). Since the all clad is one of the fewer non-stick pans that has a magnetic body and will work with induction.. Does anyone know another non-stick frying pan that works with induction? I think I will be happy with the contents of the set, I could really use those sizes and I had been using similar sizes from my old non-induction compatable cookware..

Wow, thanks for all the experience sharing. So I did place the order on All-Clad thinking that there is a W-S close to work, so I can bring the unopened box back if I change my mind after learning others' experience, but only after I order did I learn that it will not be shipped out until later. My beautiful countertop and beautiful cooktop were installed yesterday, but I don't have any induction compatible cookware! So, I decided to try Tramonita. The Walmart I visited does not have a SS cookware set, and online says to be shipped by Dec 24. That would be too long of a wait too. So, I did not order. Today, while visiting stone yards to search for a slab for my bar tops, I stopped by a Costco on my way (far from home), as it turned out, they had the live demo from MasterCLAD! I ended up buying a 11-pc set (three boxes combined) for $600+50(tax). Still a lot more expensive than Tramonita, but I think it'll be worth it if it's everything they claim to be. Here is an excerpt on the product description from their website. Each piece of Masterclad is Crafted from the very finest Commercial grade American made materials.This is a multi-layered Process featuring 5 layers in all! That's 5-Ply! Interiors and exteriors are 430 magnetic highly polished stainless steel. (Magnetic so it's approved for induction as well as any other type of stoves)This is actually double induction because the 430 Stainless steel is both inside and outside for better heat conductivity. The core is three layers .1050 A aluminum ,commercial grade 3004 aluminum,Then another layer of 1050 A aluminum, which comes all the way up the side of every vessel, for perfect even heat distribution. From the very bottom the core, all the way up to the top of the lip! The same core is sandwiched with another layer of 430 stainless steel. Then each piece of MasterClad features the Pro Series Plus Ti-3 nonstick system.This is also made without the use of PFOA making it a more environmentally friendly green product . This revolutionary new 3-layer system is internally reinforced with ceramic and titanium. It is the most durable nonstick system available today. It is tougher than any other nonstick system period! Approved for use with metal utensils. Cooks without fats, oils, or grease. Burned on messes wipe clean with just a paper towel! Tri-riveted, cast stainless steel stay cool handles are completely ovenproof and dishwasher safe. You are not just getting stovetop cookware; it is all bake ware as well. Comes with a full Lifetime warranty! You can now see and purchase this fine cookware right here on our Web site! Finally real Professional Grade cookware For Home Use! NSF approved "the standard requirement for all commercial cookware" "Pro-Series Plus Ti-3�" This revolutionary new 3-layer system is internally reinforced with ceramic and titanium. It is the most durable non-stick system available today. It is tougher then any other non-stick system period! American made in Wisconsin, USA by one of America's number one manufacturer of kitchen equipment and cookware, Regal Ware World Wide built in the famous West bend factory in West bend Wi. Completely nonstick! Cook without fats, oils or grease, saving money, calories and time! Approved for use with metal utensils. Lifetime warranty! Backed by a name you can trust Regal Ware World Wide! Completely ovenproof for baking. You're not just getting stove top cookware, its bake ware as well! Dishwasher safe (commercial dishwashers okay)! Triple riveted "never loosen" heavy gauge, stainless steel stay cool handles for durability. Commercial grade Magnetic stainless steel (for induction) The $600 set include: 7 Piece Cookware Set - Comes with a Full Lifetime Warrantee 12" Roaster /Casserole Pan 8" Chefs fry pan 12" Chefs fry pan I bought the set at Mt. View, CA store. The only negative I already saw was the the lack of pouring rim in the sauce pans and pots, but I think if I like the product, I can live with that, or maybe I can try something like this: Now, the question is which color. ;) This post was edited by mudworm on Sat, Dec 15, 12 at 23:40

The additional layers slow down response a bit. I would bet the difference between the two is marginal and not really noticeable in the thick of cooking a meal. I've read that both take quite a while to heat up and cool down, compared to triply or other conductive materials. When we talk about responsiveness with induction, this translates closely to that of gas. Instant changes in the amount of heat affecting the pan is a wonderful thing. You lose some of that with all the layers. If I were in your shoes I would look at how comfortable they are to use. Handles, balance, helper handles, etc. Then buy individual pieces where evenness is more important than responsiveness, braising for instance. For sautés or sauces, look for pans that heat and cool quickly. The Tribute line I mentioned (Calphalon, CIA, Cuisinart, Tramontina, etc) would take you from gas to induction and is DW safe. If you hand wash, copper and aluminum will do the job perfectly. For high heat, you'll want carbon steel or cast iron. I don't think one line will do every job well. For the amount of money they are asking, I'd be peeved if my garlic burned or I used too high a heat and a pan warped!