Great cooking surface, a couple feature weaknesses
585170
If the only feature were the ceramic cooking surface, this product would definitely be five stars. However a couple design features reduced its rating. First, the griddle is rather fragile. Shortly after acquiring it, it accidentally fell some-five inches on its edge. The result was the left handle broke. In examining it, there is very little attachment material from the handle to the base attachment.  A second shortcoming (for me) relates to the the height of the griddle edge. If it were a little higher, it would be easier to use the griddle edge to assist in scooping food onto the spatula. As it is, the food can relatively easily fall over. Finally, it would have been desirable to have an edge lip on the handles closest to the cooking surface. It is easy to accidentally touch the edge of the cooking surface when grasping the handle.
All-in-all even with the above quibbles, I'd buy this griddle again primarily due to the cooking surface.
2042941
We bought this for the versatility of the grill vs griddle, the ability to adjust heat on one half, and the snap in, snap out cook plates for easy cleaning.  As far as that goes they work well.
The problem is that the non-stick surface isn't as non-stick as you would hope.  It's especially noticeable on the grill side where the channels can be a little annoying to clean if you used it to grill some burgers, a small steak or something similar.
We really wish we could have found the same functionality in a ceramic coated unit..
2391690
Don't get me wrong, the product is great.  Looks wonderful, cleans up like a dream.  I'm giving it 4 stars for a design flaw.  The small saucepan is NOT balanced. The handle weighs more than the pan.  Until you get enough ingredients in the saucepan to balance out the weight of the handle, it WILL TIP , spilling the butter you have melted (or what ever was in it) onto a hot stove.  This has to be kept in mind and caution taken when ever you are using it.  The rest of the pans are heavy enough to handle the weight of the handle, but the small saucepan is not.
3012092
Overall this is an excellent pot for multipurpose cooking. It has even heat distribution, holds heat very well, and the enamel coating is super easy to clean. Because of its size it can be used as a stockpot, a casserole dish, or even a Dutch oven (though you stand a chance of marring the enamel). The only two drawbacks are the weight--the pot is enormous and heavy, which is of course also an advantage for some uses--and the tendency of the enamel coating to chip more easily than I would have hoped.

The enamel coating covers the entire exterior/interior of the pot, except for the band where the lid sets against the pot itself. The coating *does* fully cover the exterior of the bottom of the pot, which means this pot can be used on a glass top range without causing scratches (unlike a standard uncoated cast iron pot). We have a glass top range and this pot did not scratch the glass surface. However, the enamel is pretty brittle and any strong impact with a hard surface (e.g. this pot's lid, or another cast iron pot) may chip the enamel. I accumulated a few chips around the edges of mine when the pot was banging around in the back of the car on a recent camping trip. The good news is that any chips that do occur are most likely going to be on the handles or the rim (since these tend to be where the pot will bang into things), where they really don't matter.

The first thing I cooked after I got this pot was an apricot cobbler in an electric oven. It turned out great. The iron transmits heat better than Pyrex, which means more caramelization around the inside edges and bottom of the pot. This really improved the cobbler, giving it a richer taste and better texture. I also used the pot to cook a squash casserole and that turned out great as well, perfectly caramelized around the edges of the pot and cooked evenly through. Clean up was a cinch in both cases, just soak the pot for a minute or two and all the food remains wipe right off. Far easier than cleaning my Pyrex baking dishes!

Cast iron cookware can be handy for camping because it's super durable, handles high heat easily, holds heat well, and generally distributes heat from uneven sources (like hot coals or camp stoves) more evenly than thinner-walled cookware intended for residential homes. I took this pot camping and used it to boil water on a camp stove, which can be annoyingly slow with pots that don't transmit heat well. This pot had no problems bringing about a gallon of water to a rolling boil in 10 minutes on a smallish camp stove. It will definitely be in my camp supplies from now on. I've also cooked potroasts and stews over my tiny one burner backpacking stove with no problem.

Overall, it's a great pot! Be gentle with the enamel this pot will provide a lifetime of great service.
1369526
I bought this counter-top grill to replace an older, much smaller counter-top grill which was just too small.  I chose this one for three reasons: larger cooking surface, ceramic-coated grill plates (which I believe is a safer alternative to traditional non-stick surfaces), and removable grill plates for easy cleaning. I still like it for those three reasons.  However, it does have some down-sides too. I am not a meat eater, so I bought this for grilling vegetables. The grill is tilted forward for the purpose (I guess) of draining the fat from meat. But since I don't cook meat, I don't need that feature, and in fact, the feature makes it very difficult to do vegetables, because everything slides forward on the tilted grill surface (especially when they have been brushed with olive oil). It would be much better if there was some sort of adjustable foot on the front of the unit so that you could stand it up flat if you wish. I was also disappointed that the booklet containing a cooking time chart makes absolutely no mention of vegetables, so I have to work out the time and temperature levels on my own. On the up-side, the grill plates remove very easily and clean up nicely.  I would also add that the power cord on this unit is so ridiculously short as to be almost useless. I have to readjust everything on my counter to make room to put the unit directly in front of the power outlet whenever I want to use it.
1887683
The nonstick of the pan works well, and I like cooking in it.  While it says omelet, it is decently deep and works well for many basic frying tasks.

The lid has a deep rubber lip than descends into the pan about 3/4 of an inch.  On two opposite spots of the rubber it is perforated.  They are marked on the top of the lid and you can see them in the picture.  The theory is you spin the lid and line then up with the two spouts to vent steam without splatter.  However, the top actually is the wrong size.  The top slides back and forth by about 3/8 of an inch.  There is no way to have an effective seal in any position.  The position of the vents on the lid are immaterial.

It loses another star for the handles.  The main handle hasn't been a problem.  But unlike other designs, the small metal loops on the lid and opposite the main handle have a two inch section covered in rubber.  If you view other versions, you'll see the rubber encloses the entire upper part of the loop and part of the descent to the bolts.  The rubber portion is two small.  Two fingers and can feel the heat from the metal. If it tilts or your hand turns, it is VERY easy for your skin to contact the exposed metal and it is NOT a stay-cool handle.  As another reviewer said, you will have to use a towel or mitt for the smaller handles.  Only the main handle is safe.

I considered taking two stars as the rubberized handles give the false impression that these can be used with mitts and towels.  Something you wouldn't know until you've used the pan.

I got this as an one-off at a Home Goods for a little less.
448147
This thing is great.  Have used it numerous times for chops, steaks, hamburgers, etc., with excellent results.  Gave it four stars because of two odd features.  First is the Bluetooth connectivity.  You can set and check the temperature and turn the unit off and on using a smartphone and the Anova app.  I find this to be completely useless.  It has a range of only about 20 feet, so what's the point?  Second useless feature is the timer.  You can set the unit to turn off after a particular time, but one of the most attractive features of sous vide cooking is that timing is very flexible.  Generally most foods can be cooked for 1-4 hours with no adverse effect of the longer time.  So, simply put the food in and a few minutes before serving pull it out and brown it while it's still at the desired final temperature.  If you use the timer to turn the unit off, it will continue to cook as the water temperature drops below the desired final temperature.
62999
So far, I really enjoy cooking with this slow cooker. The plastic handles are great for moving the unit (I've packed it up and hauled it to a Super Bowl Party) and I really like the depth and the even heat.

As noted, the "High" setting should be used with caution, but the "LOW" and "WARM" settings are fantastic. Cleaning (in the dishwasher) is hit or miss-so I'd recommend hand washing the ceramic portion...one BIG problem is there's no "LIGHT" to indicate that the unit is "ON" or "OFF" -I ruined an entire batch of meatballs when I chose to "set it and forget it" -and the unit wasn't plugged in properly.
3414203
I like how this set cooks and have no problem with cleaning the pieces after use.  The down side for me on this set is, on the casserole pans, I get my fingers stuck between the opening of the handle and the pan itself.  Also, I find the edges need to be rounded under more.  I feel like I will slice myself on the edges.  I have yet but feel that it could happen.
3638056
We purchased this cooktop through a local store, but I wanted to review it on a more universal website (Amazon).  We have used this cooktop for about 6 weeks, and it seems to perform as well as a gas cooktop should.  However, there are a few things that could be better:  1) the knobs are on the top of the cooktop.  If you are cooking on multiple burners, your arm or hand might feel the heat of a burner when you turn another burner on/off.  2)  the burners seem to be on "high" until you turn the knob way, way down.  I would expect that when I turn the burner knob to the midway point, the flame would go down to a medium flame, but that doesn't happen.  It's not a big issue, but it can be annoying.  And 3)  [this really is annoying] - the grate lines are so far apart that if you are using a small saucepan with a handle and you don't place the pan in exactly the correct position, the pan will fall to the side.  I've found that I have to make sure the handle is sitting exactly over one of the horizontal grates in order for the pan to sit upright.  This design flaw can be dangerous if you aren't careful.
2886372
Pros:
Wonderful non-stick surface. After almost a year of use it hasn't scratched at all, but I use only wood or silicone utensils.
Perfect size for frying several eggs, pan-searing large fish fillets, hamburgers - you
name it.

Cons:
Leans toward the handle so "runny" foods (eggs, pancakes, sauces) don't stay put.
After about 5 uses I noticed it would not sit flat on the burner and discovered that it is bowed down in the center, kind of like a shallow bowl.

Cuisinart customer service will replace the pan if it is defective but you must pay to ship it to them, plus pay $7 to cover the shipping cost of a new pan. At that price I don't think it's worth it to just receive the same pan that will probably have the same problems.
1513458
The good part is that this is a very well-made pan that heats evenly regardless of heat source. It is larger than it appears in photographs and can block other burners on a range, but that is minor compared to the versatility of this design which is useful for frying, braising, boiling, and even baking.

The bad is that after about eight months' careful use and maintenance, the surface has become progressively stickier. So much so that fats typically applied to avoid sticking not only are difficult to remove, they seem to bond with even more tenacity than a well-seasoned cast iron pan, but instead of curing they burn and make a bigger mess.

The ugly part is that there is no warranty on the finish, and because this emerged well after Amazon's return policy, I'm stuck with it. The pan itself is good enough that I am seriously considering polishing the finish off and attempting to season it the traditional way. Oddly enough, I had purchased this to replace a pan that cost one-fifth as much but only lasted five years. Live and learn.
3001017
I love the surface of this pan. Things just slide off it and it is SO easy to clean. However, my cookies all come out extra dark on the bottom. Also, one of the first times I baked on it (I think it was a tortilla with melted cheese) the pan warped and twisted horridly. Luckily it went back to its regular shape when it cooled, but that was weird!!
4936301
Great for dutch oven cooking. 2 reasons for 4 stars instead of 5 though - 1) first one I got had the leg brace welded on backwards which pointed the leg in toward the center of the table.  Also, the table was warped, but useable. Poor quaility control letting this out of the factory.  Good news is that Amazon did a great job replacing it in a few days. No hassles and no cost.  2) no space in the table "lip" to remove charcoal dust, like the Lodge table.  Other than those two things, I like the table very much.  It holds 3 dutch ovens (2 if you're using 14" ones) and is about 1/2 the price of the Lodge table.  The windscreen isn't as high as the Lodge, but that did't seem to be an issue..  This unit also allows the addition of side tables, which I will probably get, they would seem very handy.
710792
I have not had this cooktop for long now but so far it performs beautifully.  I like the touch controls and the timer function.  I don't think I will like the frame that surrounds the outside edge and the touch controls because it will hinder keeping the surface clean.  Speaking of which, it will take some getting used to to having a glass surface that is very susceptable to scratching.  After only one day I scratched it with a pan.  I will miss not being able to shake the pan back and forth to stir things up unless I lift the pan up first.  I bought a cooking mat from Bed, Bath and Beyond to put on the surface but I wish I didn't have to do that to protect it.
4252620
I love the portability and ease of use! But I'm not happy with the actual grill cooking surface top only because it's not open as a traditional grill. All the center surface is closed in and causes for every food that you grill to get stuck to the surface and burnt this doesn't allow all other parts of the food to cook evenly. Another note as I'm writing this review I noticed mine doesn't have the 2 sliding out tables as described!  Bad design!
208220
This is great for a small kitchen; grilling eggplant, chicken, burgers, AND panini sandwiches. But I quickly discovered that the grease pan underneath doesn't work very well. If I want to avoid getting grease on my counter, I have to put down several paper towels to catch it. This works, but it's disappointing to find such a big flaw in an otherwise really useful product. It is easy to clean, and I find myself using it even more than I thought I would. So all in all, it was a good purchase for me.