I think that they are worth the money I paid. The only complaint is that the chafing water pans were stuck and almost impossible to get unstuck. I researched online and found the solution. This method only took me 5 minutes to get the pans unstuck. I hope it helps. How to Release Two Stainless Steel Pans That Are Stuck Together (hunker.com, 2024): 1. Fill a sink with hot water. 2. Set the stuck pans in the sink, just covering the bottom pan with the hot water. 3. Fill the top pan with ice. 4. Allow the pans to set for about five minutes, and pry them apart with your hands.