I bought this tent to replace another brand whose support poles snapped when my granddaughter was playing in it. It is of a heavier material, appears to be well made and, best of all, the support poles are metal, rather than plastic. There is the availability of a set of replacement poles if something "happens" to the originals. (Not out of the realm of possibility when accosted by a rambunctious 4 year old!) She loves her new tent as it is bigger and more colorful than her now demolished pink "Princess Tent". And because it is bigger, I am now invited in on a regular basis for tea parties. (And I'm 6'1" & 230's and I fit!) Couldn't ask for more!