Elama Gia 24 Piece Stoneware Dinnerware Set vs Mikasa Parchment 40-Piece Dinnerware Set

Buy the Elama Gia for everyday family meals and casual use: it is stoneware, dishwasher and microwave safe, and the hand-painted light blue finish hides wear. Buy the Mikasa Parchment for formal dining and larger gatherings: it is porcelain, service for 8 with 40 pieces, and the platinum-banded scroll pattern looks more refined. The Elama has far more owner feedback at 4.5 from 277 ratings; the Mikasa scores 4.8 but from only 28 ratings. The Mikasa's hand-wash recommendation is the main trade-off for daily use.

• Choose the Elama Gia if you want a colorful, low-maintenance set you can microwave and run through the dishwasher every day.
• Choose the Mikasa Parchment if you host eight or more and want a formal porcelain pattern with a platinum border.