Right now my two main type of go to pots are cast iron and hard-anodized. They are both super easy to clean and distribute heat evenly. But if you can afford it, try a stainless steal type pot. My mom is still using the set she got for her wedding, 45 years ago. They stand up to wear and tear and overuse like a dream. But she also has a set of copper pots she uses occasionally for special cooking needs. I personally dislike the copper bottom pots, but mainly because they are horrible to clean. And I can see no benefit to copper pots unless you make a lot of candy. Let us know what you choose and why. I'm curious as to which you choose.