I bought this to replace a large square metal table in our family room. I have twin 4 yr. old girls and the princesses and toys needed a home. The 4 compartments under the cushions/trays provide good storage space and the girls can get in and out of them without fear of pinched fingers from models that have a hinged top. The price was good, it dropped $30 from the time I first looked at the ottoman and the shipping was free and fast. The creamy white color goes great in my family room, is a great accent to my existing furniture and  the ottoman does not look cheap.