I bought this because it was highly rated in a certain comparison magazine, and I was replacing a similar cutting board. I also bought it because it is dishwasher safe. The size is also just right and it fits in the dishwasher. It is easy to cut with, without the impact of the thumping and floor-hitting sensation that is characteristic of thinner cutting boards. When draining tofu, for example, the grooves are convenient because they prevent spillage. It is also soft, so it is easy to use when putting food into pots and pans. However, it would have been better if there were not only holes in the middle, but also around the edges, so that you could use it as an index for ingredients.