I opted for the glass dishes because of the price and the previous reviews. And I must say, everything mentioned come true for me too: The bowls look great, are not too thin and pleasantly heavy, without being heavy. And after 3 months use I can find no obvious scratches or signs of wear. I have no Dishwasher- perhaps it is indeed it :) The dishes I use universal for salads, soups. as fruit bowls etc. All just as incurred.