I've always hated the way a standard tripod leg coat rack tends to fall over and must be kept in balance especially when the coats are heavy.  That is not a problem with this rack. The square base  and shelves assure a stable and sturdy coat rack. Putting it together was a bit of a challenge, but the rack is really nice looking and did I mention it doesn't fall over?

Pros: Great look and very sturdy.
Cons: A bit of a puzzle to assemble- but worth it.