As a mom of a picky toddler, I was thrilled to try the Ahimsa Stainless Steel Dinnerware Set. The colorful design immediately caught my child's attention - mealtime battles reduced by 50% on day one! The divided plate is genius for portioning different foods, and the small bowl is perfect for soups or snacks.
The weight and feel surprised me - lighter than expected but still sturdy. After three months of daily use (and countless drops), there's not a single dent. However, I did notice light scratches from aggressive scrubbing, so I switched to a soft sponge as other reviewers suggested.
Cleanup is dreamy - no stuck-on food or weird smells like plastic containers get. Everything goes straight in the dishwasher and comes out looking new. The cup's size is ideal for little hands, though I wish it had a slight lip to prevent spills.
What really sold me was the safety aspect. No worrying about chemicals leaching into food when serving warm meals. The smooth edges (contrary to some reviews) are perfectly safe on my set - maybe they've improved this? My only wish would be rubber grips on the utensils as they tend to slide off highchair trays.
While pricey, this set has survived everything my tornado toddler can throw at it (literally). It's become our everyday dishes rather than just 'special occasion' tableware. If you're debating between plastic and stainless steel, this set makes the transition worry-free.