The design of these rainbarrels work so well for me; the removable lid let's me take bucketful's out quickly and makes cleaning very easy.  The funnel shaped lid moves water to the screened opening.  The height is perfect for downspouts.  Easy overflow outlets with 'hoses' move excess water to another barrel or channel away from house.  Have had some over three years and they seem to hold up over MN winters in unheated garage.  I would highly recommend these barrels and this manufacturer.