I have a very old set (about 35 years old!)  and comparing it to that set, this is a bit more cheaply made.  The "cushion pieces" for in between the dishes are really thin in comparison.  (they are actually the thin white styrofoam-.like stuff one uses to wrap around things for mailing)  But at the price & what I need it for, its adequate.  I do like that the cup storage holds 12 cups....