I've tried several much cheaper rug pads and been disappointed,so I saw these and took a gamble. I'm so glad I did! I purchase three for three different area rugs that are on our hardwood floors in high traffic areas of our home. I have three sons AND a big dog so when I say high traffic, I mean it!! They added a wonderful cushion for the rugs and definitely hold them in place. I've had them a couple of months now and am pleased. I will say that occasionally the rug shifts slightly where I can see the pad underneath, but it's just a little and I pull it back. I REALLY like the fact that I can machine wash them, too. I'm VERY happy with my purchase. They're more money than other rug pads, but I think worth the price difference.