GOTHAM STEEL 5 Qt Ceramic Stock Pot Multipurpose Pasta Pot with Strainer Lid & Twist and Lock Handles, Nonstick Ceramic for Soup, Spaghetti, Rice, Pots for Kitchen, Dishwasher Safe - Copper

Great pot nothing sticks and it cleans easy. Nice strainer too with lock so you can drain water. Great value. Everything so far cooks evenly and fast.

This pot is great. Nothing sticks. Easy clean up. Good size. Strain lid works great. Locking mechanism can shift easily when straining so keep an eye on it but that's not enough to remove a star imo. The handles stay cool so that's also a plus.

Item was exactly as described and works well. Lightweight and a great size. The locking handles are clunky are large, so be sure that's a feature you really want before you order it. Draining is slower than you'd expect, but a bonus for people who wear glasses because they won't fog!

I recently purchased the Gotham Steel 5 Qt Stock Pot, and after using it for several weeks, I feel compelled to share my thoughts.Design and Build Quality:First off, the design of the Gotham Steel stock pot is both sleek and functional. The non-stick ceramic surface is impressive; it allows for easy food release and quick cleanup without the need for excessive oils or sprays. The pot is sturdy, and handles provide a secure grip, making it easy to maneuver even when it’s full. The locking mechanism is great holding the lid on to allow for easy draining. This stock pot is just the right size for family meals or batch cooking. It’s perfect for making large quantities of pasta, boiling seafood, or simmering a big pot of stew.Highly recommended!

Must have in your kitchen. Best quality for the price!

Nice quality, lightweight, but sturdy. The lid fits well, a wonderful medium sized pot. Even heat distribution, looks beautiful. Do wish it came in a bigger size.

I have a different model, it held up well so I bought this version that's deeper. Very satisfied. Live the lid draining option. Definitely needs to be hand washed and don't use metal utensils. Cleans easily.

So, my husband just recently gifted me with some amazing pots and pans for Christmas. So, I threw out all my old ones as they were very old and worn out. I was in the market for a new spaghetti pot, so I searched high and low for one before choosing this one. I loved the fact that it has grips on the side for the lid, holes to strain any liquid, and the functionality just makes my life easier.The pot was much smaller than I anticipated. I got the same size as I've always had, but this pot it's noticeably smaller. But, still doable. I didn't stress over this detail at all. It's a semi deep pan, so I could still cook dinner for my family of 5. Once I finally used it (I used it for spaghetti noodles on my 1st time), I put the lid on and turned the dials on the side, which was great. Didn't have to worry about the lid falling off or holding the lid while simultaneously straining the liquid. The one thing that was disappointing was the holes in the lid to drain, are actually quite quite small, even while using the side with the larger holes. It does not drain quickly at all. For reference, to strain a package (16 0z) of THIN spaghetti took about 2 to 3 minutes. That's even with me shaking it, switching sides, rotating, etc. I thought maybe I was just being a little impatient that day, so I used it again 2 weeks later and still had the same problem. I ended up just grabbing a strainer from my cabinet and using it to cut time.So, yes, it heats well, it's functional, and it works, but it's just not right for myself and my huge family. This is definitely for someone who is single or has a small family. If I were to have used thick spaghetti, I would have been sitting there trying to drain the spaghetti alot longer. Sorry! I really wanted to love it.