You really get more than what you pay for with this one.  The convertible top is very functional when flipped (e.g., eating, writing, cards, etc.) the leather (?) is really nice to the touch and seems durable enough for regular use, and there is a surprising amount of practical storage space inside (I've got a full bedding set with comforter and pillows in there!).  I weigh about 180 and can confidently stand on it for changing lightbulbs or whatever.  Very multipurpose.  I've seen several other convertible ottomans at furniture stores for about the same price that were of such poor quality I wouldn't take them for free, and others of the same quality that were 2-3 times more.  Of the 15 or so recent furniture purchases I've made, this has been the best value so far, hands-down.