Not sure why folks say it was smaller than anticipated, the measurements are given, just have to take a ruler out and measure your space. It was hard to find a petite basket that was vertical and had no lid. This one checked all the boxes. Again, another complaint was it came without a lid. It is pictured without a lid, it doesn't say it has a lid. Where is the surprise? This basket is sturdy a fair size, it will fit a large load. That said, I put colored and whites in it, so when I break them down it fits a small white and a small dark but that works for me. I am really really happy this purchase, right size for a tight spot, and sturdy. It should have been packed with packing though, it was sent just put in a box, no packing material, just glad it didn't get crunched. Wayfair, makes sure some styrofoam or bubble wrap is in next time. Excellent product though.