I like this easy- to -carry step stool, with a handle. It's made of a sturdy, rugged plastic and actually holds me up and I'm 250lbs. So, I believe it will hold up to 300 lbs of weight. It's small enough to store away in a corner in my kitchen or in my small closet. Doesn't take up much space at all. It does not slip when I stand on it nor does it buckle under my weight. It's pretty solid. It's so cute. It looks like a child's toy; and of course, it can be used as a seat for a small child, if need be. I will be using it to reach and clean my hanging pictures and on top of my cabinets, which need to be dusted. Because of how sturdy it is, I expect to have it for years. I would certainly recommend this product to other consumers.