I made the transition from the old good stainless steel sink with two basins to this one, and I will never go back to the two basins. It comfortably fits large trays and tall pots. I will upgrade it with a good tall colored or brushed steel faucet if I find one that matches its color. (You can see the difference between the stainless steel sink/faucet in the photo.) It is beautiful. (In the photo, it appears slightly darker than it actually is.) I have the impression that it is quieter than my old stainless steel sink, but maybe it's because it can wash everything without clattering the dishes, so I don't have an opinion on the sound. Now, regarding staining, if you don't leave oil in it all night, it doesn't stain, but even if you leave some residue, with good soap and gentle scrubbing with the soft side of the sponge, it comes off easily. I don't recognize any inferior quality difference compared to other stainless steel sinks in terms of scratching. At 90€, I consider it a proud purchase. It seems durable enough for use once every one or two days.