I had to replace my very old Sterilite laundry basket. Bought a new one on-line without reading current reviews. I have had my new one for almost 1 year now and it is as sturdy and still in new looking condition. This one gets carried up and down steps several times per week and have not encountered any issues that others have posted about. Seems just as sturdy as I believe it should be. No issues and glad I did not read reviews before I ordered it.