I have an old  2 tiered extended stainless steel rod shoe rack in the back of my closet that looks nice--- but I really don't use.  Ordered this shoe rack to help keep the 4-5 pairs of shoes that ALWAYS end up on the floor!  It's sturdy, convenient, and functional.  I fit 3 pair of shoes on each rack (women's size 812)  Can do 4 pr. if using  flip flops back- to- back.  I'm very happy!