It works very well as an ottoman for storing a good amount of things like throw blankets, video gaming accessories, and more.  The only reason I wouldn't give it 5-stars is because the sides of the top are very firm/hard.  So it works well for sitting on, but when you go to put your legs up on it... the firmness of the edges of the top are not cushy enough to be comfortable.  Other than that it is an excellent ottoman.