When I bought this collapsible stool, I was half expecting this to break on me simply because I opened the box, but I come away pleasantly surprised! I use this rather frequently, sometimes  I use it as an ottoman of sorts. It’s surprisingly good quality and easily holds 300 pounds or more. (It’s rated for 400, according to the instructions.) Very easy to operate, even a kid could do it. It comes with a built-in handle that double as a shoulder strap should you need to carry it with you and don’t have a bag to put it in. Very sturdy construction. Heavy enough that if you swing it, it could be a defensive tool. But it’s lighter than you expect, but I certainly wouldn’t want to get cracked upside the head with it.