I ordered 12 of these 3 tier dinner plate racks for a spring tea fundraiser that my women's group has each year.  We decided to order the tiers instead of spending $25 each to rent.  These look similar to the ones we rent and appear to be sturdy.  I'll have a better idea after our tea in April.  I will try to remember to follow-up my review then.  Remember.  Plates are not included.