Attractive, yes; Practical, no
346324
I have the Fluval Chi Aquarium Kit (5-gallon) and I like the clean, sleek look of this aquarium.  I purchased a heater because the room where the tank is kept is a bit cold in the Winter.

My THREE problems with this tank are:

  (1) Any food you put into the tank seems to immediately get sucked up into the filtration system;

  (2)Since the top of this tank is 100% open, it is exposed to any and all elements/chemicals you may spray (or accidentally spill), such as cleaners, hairspray, perfumes, air fresheners, etc.  If you have small children or cats, this is NOT a tank for your household unless you put it way up high and out of reach of mischievous pets/kids; and

  (3) The water level drops below the min/max line daily, so I have to replenish the water EVERY day!  I never had any of these problems with my Marineland Hexagon 5-gallon aquarium.  I will most likely be returning this product . . . and going back to my covered aquarium, which only needed topping off about once a month or at water changes.

I wish I could have rated this product higher, but just because something looks good, doesn't mean it is.
1130264
This item is well made, and actually rather attractive.  It looks better in real-life than in the picture.  The handles are a nice silicon, and the spring loaded mechanism is rather clever.

I am not, however, convinced that the design is perfect.  It's a bit peculiar to load with tea while holding it open with the other hand.
779999
These look good in theory, but in practice they are not practical.

The perfectly smooth surfaces make it hard to pick up items and the surface showers every fingerprint.
2694417
The coasters are attractive and absorbent. Unfortunately, the plastic holder is not very attractive, though functional.
4844790
Not bad, just disappointing.  Good looking, seemingly well made, and with a good feel in hand, this mug has flaws:  Upon filling it with coffee, the mug felt immediately warm in my hand - indicating that it was not well insulated.  It's fine for reading the morning paper at the kitchen table, but probably not for a commute to work.  The screw lid is very fussy about mating with the threads in the mug, frustrating.  Finally, the flip-up lid sits rather high in the open position which means that unless you tilt your head back, your nose will hit it while drinking,  All these indicate poor design.

In spite of it's nice appearance and solid build quality, I would not recommend it.  I'll probably end up using one of my older mugs.
2215388
Pros: attractive and functional (of course!). Cons: pricey, could be an inch or two taller, and base loosened a bit from main "pole" within a week.
2241122
it is a nice looking case, but it is kind of slippery, and is not flat in the back, if you need to add any magnet or stick anything on the back avoid this case. i really like the looks but it was not practical for my use
4028025
Stylish, beautiful, but does not work so great.
1719844
This case for the iPod Touch is slim, attractive, and relatively stylish, but I have some worries for it beyond the looks. The flap that closes over the front of the screen will hold the iPod in, but it becomes frustrating when you have to velcro and un-velcro the flap every time you want to open or close it. There is no screen protector built into the case, and there is also no camera window in the back. If you want to keep your iPod in your pocket or simply keep it safe all of the time, this will do the job, but whenever you leave the flap open (in order to access the screen,) the protection seems minimal; the iPod could slide out of the top easily. Also, when not velcroed together, the entire case seems to lose its rigidity as well as most it effectiveness. If I was using this case all of the time, I would keep looking for a replacement, and for this price, that is simply unacceptable..
356640
It is attractive. Does it's job but other alternatives are much much cheaper. Had I known that I would not have purchased it.
4221004
This was the first case I tried and, unfortunately, I will be returning.  I have since switched over to the Apple case which has its own issues.  In comparison to the standard Apple case, this provides a more luxurious outside appearance when closed (zipped) and feels much more substantial (for better or worse).  When zipped, it feels solid and would provide good protection in a bag.  But the case is not particularly functional when actually using the iPad.  The zipper makes accessing any of the ports or switches a bit tricky.  The power connector is particularly difficult to access as the cutout isn't very precise.  There is no cutout for the light sensor so you have to turn auto brightness off.  To type with the iPad in landscape looks silly and I can't imagine using it on an airplane without removing the iPad from the case.  I had read reviews of an odd smell with some cases and this case seems to come from whatever animal those cases were created from.  It's not horrible but it ain't the smell of luxury.

Pros:
* Looks nice when carrying around, zipped up
* Not terribly expensive
* Decent construction, place to store some paper (a sheet or two), and cards
* Holder for pen (although I didn't actually try using it)

Cons:
* Can only lay flat (fully open) with no viewing options
* No cutout for light sensor so you have to turn Auto brightness off to use
* Cutout for power adapter not quite right and took a bit of jiggering to make fit
* Kindof a funky smell that didn't go away after a week

Conclusion:  Although the outside appearance is actually quite nice, because the iPad isn't as functional while inside the rooCASE as with others, I decided to keep looking for another case.  Am currently using the standard Apple Case and will be trying the Marware Eco Vue case as an alternative.
2540031
NOTE:  I received a free sample of the #2 version of this wallet for review.

I really need a new wallet, so I agreed to review this one.  I don't usually prefer a clutch-style, but I really liked the map patterns of these wallets, so I decided to give the #2 version a try.

This wallet came very impressively packaged in a nice gift box.  (See photo; I did remove the tissue and other protection.)  Unfortunately, because the wallet is not leather, as soon as you open the box, it gives off a bit of an off-plastic scent, sort of like a pool toy.  Otherwise, it looks very attractive, and it appears to be very well made.  The wallet is very roomy, with an outer slip pocket, three interior pockets (each of which can hold paper money without folding), and an interior pocket for change or other small items.  It also has a plastic ID slot plus five credit card slots on the interior flap, and then there are an additional six card flaps on the main body of the wallet.

I found the use of this wallet to be a bit more problematic.  First, I did not like that the wallet buttons from the bottom up; this just felt awkward to me, although it may be a personal preference.  Second, as soon as I began adding cards to the wallet, the wallet started to become very bulky--this was before I had even put anything INSIDE the wallet.  In addition, I found that the slots on the exterior body of the wallet (not the flap part) were EXTREMELY tight--it was hard to slip even my very thin frequent shopper cards into these slots.  My current wallet is leather, and the credit cards easily stretch; in fact, I have TWO cards in most of the slots, which I would not be able to do with this wallet.

This is simply not a wallet that would be practical for me for everyday use.  That being sad, it IS attractive, and I think it may work well for the right person.
1347642
I first considered buying this case because of its aesthetic qualities, which I still think are its main selling point. That's not to say that it doesn't protect my phone, but it's no OtterBox case. When I received the case, I was delighted to observe that it was a bit more substantial than my other case (Speck Products SPK-A1423 Pixelskin HD Rubberized Cell Phone Case), but when I applied it to my phone, I noticed that it had a great tendency to slide on a flat surface. I also noticed that it was more difficult to hold in my hand than my previous case; however, this can also be attributed to the small size of my hand (I'm only a 5'1" girl, after all). But like I said earlier, this is more substantial than my previous case, and it has protected my phone when I've dropped it flat and on its edges thus far. If you want to buy this case for the removable back that it has for money or a credit card, I would advise against it; I found it possible to remove the backside only if the case was not on the phone, and this defeats the purpose. This case is attractive, and it protects well enough, but I would not buy it again.
3289329
At the price, this is a reasonably attractive unit.  Surely, no one would expect an heirloom piece of furniture for less than $40.  And the hamper does indeed provide a place to collect dirty clothes.  But it is cheaply made, with shoddy workmanship (see photos), and fails to serve as a bench.

This "Bench Hamper" is sorely misrepresented --- using it as a  "bench" will bring nothing but disappointment and an early demise of the hamper.

I weigh 160 pounds and am in my late 70s, so it seems unlikely that I have placed undue stress on the "bench."  However, the "bench" is floored with thin, cheap composition board held in place by staples.  At least that is the theory.  In practice, the staples are either misplaced or break free of the composition board.

The pictures tell the story.  If you want an inexpensive hamper for dirty clothes, this might suffice.  Just don't sit on it.

P.S.  After a long search, I found a far superior alternative:  KOUBOO Round Rattan Storage Stool --- way more expensive, but solid as a rock, handmade in the Philippines, handsome and durable.
3150255
This is a very attractive case, and seems pretty sturdy, but I was somewhat disappointed.  It is described as having openings for all ports and buttons, but there is no opening at the SD card port.  This wouldn't be a big deal if it wasn't so hard to get the tablet in and out, although the good thing about that is that the tablet won't fall out of the case.  What I disliked the most, and the reason I'm returning it, is that the opening for the charger is too small, and it's nearly impossible to keep it plugged in.  I don't know if they are all like that, or if I just got a gimpy one.  The case barely extends beyond the tablet, so it would really be an improvement to have some type of closure.  I worried about it coming open if I should happen to drop it.  The case has its good points and its bad ones, so I'm undecided as to whether to recommend it or not.  It's certainly better than some I've seen, just could use some improvement.
1101804
The KVAGO iPad Air 2 case is a odd mixture of pros and cons - at least for me.

In terms of pros, it is an attractive case and fairly sturdy. The case extends over the corners of the iPad, unlike some, so I feel comfortable that there is some protection there if I drop it. If you fold the front cover over, it has an elastic band so that you can slide your hand through to hold the device. In actual practice, though, I have haven't found it to be that useful. When gaming, it places the iPad at an odd angle that is far less comfortable than just sitting it on your lap. Maybe if you are doing inventory or something?  I mainly use it to store a microfiber cloth to clean the iPad screen.

This case is one of the few that allows you to set the iPad upright in portrait view, and it does this well due to the sturdiness of the case. It also allows you to set the device up horizontally, but the kickstand for this is only on one side, so that can be an issue in some cases.

The case has cut outs in all the right places.  In fact, the port for headphones is generously appointed so no problem using a Square card reader, for example, unlike some cases. The only issue I have had is in using Touch ID - it works best in portrait view and not quite as well coming in from the side in landscape view.

You can remove the front cover if you like - it is only held in place by velcro but they did it in a way that matches the style of the case. It does have the "smart" feature of during your iPad on and off. Finally, the front cover has a thin pocket that you can put a credit card or piece of paper in.

On the con side, it is heavier that I anticipated. The "hinge" between the front and back covers is very flexible, so the front cover can hang off at an odd angle sometimes. This is particularly pronounced when holding the device via the elastic band in the front cover. While the case does have kickstands for portrait and landscape viewing, there is only one setting for this. If you want to set your device in a number of different angles, this may not be the case for you.

The case has a tendency to "ding" up easily, as I found out from carrying it in my back pack. For those who are into the "distressed" look, this will not be a problem, but if you want your case to look pristine you may want to take this into account.

Overall, it may be an excellent case for some. For me, the weight, cost, and compromises makes it just ok.
3712090
I was given this bag for free, in return for my observations.

Once again as a man I did consult with a women before putting together my thoughts:
Although this bag has a familiar feel and look to it, it is difficult to immediately ascertain the exact use of this bag.  It seems a blend of large purse and beach pack?  One might choose to use it for a picnic, a large purse, book bag, diaper bag or even a food carrier for hot items.  This bag will likely appeal to minimalists - as it incorporates no visual appeal and its lack of label makes it very generic.  This tote may be ideal for people who despise association with fashion, labels or drawing attention.
The number of inner pockets and strategic placement does give this bag some functional redemption.  Makes us of a heavy quality fabric and unique color.  It is overall a decent multi-use tote that may a niche in particular sub-cultures such as Boulder CO or Portland.