Good: Very sturdy - it doesn't "bend" like a plastic one, so it creates a barrier where pasta won't slip through the crack. The large lip prevents it from slipping while pouring out water. It is easy to clean either by hand or by dishwasher. The handle is large enough to grip.Bad: I expected it to be a little smaller. If I had gotten out a ruler I would've known. It seems that a strainer this big would fit a pot that would be too big to turn while straining. Also, when straining macaroni some fall out through the large holes. The holes should be smaller in my opinion.