This is actually pretty perfect. Good size, height for the couch. holds blankets and anything else you want out of reach and you can put your feet up AND put a drink on it. I have a 5 and 7 year old who ruined my material ottoman in no time. I think this will hold up much longer. Very easy to put together just 6 screws and it was done. Bottom shell holds magazines nicely. This really does a nice job and especially for the price!