It serves its function. However:
- The finish is very friction free making it very slippery.
- It's a little narrow, front to back,  making it feel like I'm on the edge when sitting down to put on shoes.
- It feels very flimsy and I'm suspect of the claim that it holds 500lbs. 
- It sways quite a bit when sitting on it and shifting weight. Even my 100lbs grandmother makes it shift and sway.