While this umbrella stand was pricey compared to others, it was worth every penny!!  We have no shade on our back patio during the heat of the afternoon. Being able to easily push this around, it serves many purposes! By our table when eating outside, my lounge chair when Im outside reading, by the grill when my husband is cooking and even in front of the back door to keep the sun from blazing in the house! Its very heavy, which is good so it doesnt topple over in the wind, but pushes easily! Perfect!!