This stand seemed very pricey to me considering it is plastic.  However, the umbrella purchased would not be as effective without this stand.  The water was a breeze to add and should be easy to remove.  The wheels underneath did give us the ability to move it around with the water and umbrella in place, which was very helpful and it did not wreck up the wood flooring on our boat dock.  All in all, it is a must have and therefore a 5 star.