We got this step stool so that our kids could reach the sink to brush their teeth. It works really well for that. It is quite sturdy, and easy to fold up when the step isn't needed. I do have a few issues with it. It's a little bit wobbly (the legs are slightly different sizes) but it levels out when you put weight on it so it isn't a problem when standing on it. A few of the pilot holes for the screws were slightly off, but we were able to make them work. The wood could be higher quality, there are a few rough spots and some uneven stain. It also slips around a lot on the floor... more so than other stools we own, but we solved that with some stick on rubber feet. We would have liked better quality of workmanship for the price, but overall we are satisfied with the form, function, and strength of this step stool.