Are CAROTE and similar budget granite/ceramic sets safe and durable?

Reviewers are split. Outlets like The Kitchn note CAROTE pans feel sturdier than expected for the price, and Walmart/Amazon verified purchasers are largely positive. However, r/cookware commenters consistently warn that ceramic and granite coatings are more fragile than PTFE and tend to lose nonstick performance within a year or two. No high-trust independent lab has validated long-term durability claims.