The bottom of the pot is curved outward, so that the pot is not really on the stove (ceramic hob) is. He wobbles downright. Only when the fat has become really hot suddenly one hears a slightly popping noise and voila, the pot is properly fixed on the plate. He then also no longer wobbles. Presumably the material must first be really hot, so that the soil is totally plane. Also big disadvantage: The handles of the pot are red hot. The only thing that is really good at the pot, the fries basket. But that's all. The purchase is not recommended. I would have sent him back, but for 12.95 I have turned a blind eye.