Great for light use! But this one is NOT for heavy items!
344426
First off you need to decide what you need one for. Picking up trash, limbs and debris outside? Then don't buy this get a heavy duty one that costs $40 to $50. I am old and have a bad back so I use mine to pick up clothes, dog toys and dog food, and especially the left over pieces of sharp milk bones that hurt like hell to step on in the house. I also pick up threads and stuff I don't want to get into the vacuum cleaner.  This $14 one is not made for heavy lifting, or for putting glassware or heavy plates in the cabinet. You will need to spend at least $30 or more for one for that. This one is for light objects, no more than a pound and if you don't try and lift heavy stuff it works great and lasts forever. I have been through a dozen of these over the years. I prefer the suction cups to the rubber coated finger kind. Pick stuff up much better. But for certain thing might be better, like getting a glass from an overhead cabinet. I have a heavy duty one from Lowes for picking up stuff outside, trash that anuses like to throw from their cars into my yard, and the cigarette butts my mail lady thtows by my mailbox EVERY day and pi cones and sticks ect. I bought this lightweight one 8 months ago for use in the house. The only issue I have had so far is one of the nuts that holds the suction cups came off and got lost. I emailed the company and they were ready and willing to send me a replacement one if I wanted. But I told them all I needed was a new suction cup nut so they sent me a new pair of suction cups and nuts so now I have extra if another falls off. These are good grabbers. If you are like me and read the negative feedbacks first to hear the truth, not all the fake five star ones at the top, then pay no attention to all the people griping and crying because they didn't know the differences between them and just bought the cheapest, or bought one for light use when the needed a heavy duty one. Not the grabbers fault you cheaped out and didn't buy what you needed. For picking up shoes, socks, underwear, light clothing, dog toys, spilled dog food and partially eaten treats, and small trash you don't want to go up the vacuum then this is the one you need. Lastly, never buy the folding ones. Its just another place to be a weak spot and to break too soon. Need one for a specific task, ask me in the comments to my review and I will be glad to share my experience with you. I do not represent any company or seller and my opinions are all my own, from my own experiences using different types of these grabbers. Michael
3263147
Have to be careful, breaks easily, but perfect for the cost!
2744843
Great for the occasional user who needs to steady a light camera.

Not intended for heavy-duty, intensive use. This is not a pro item, nor is it intended to be. You get what you pay for.

Lightweight, quick and easy to set up. A zippered nylon carry case is included and it's just big enough for the monopod without a ball head.

Pair it with a ball head, and it's a good way to get steady shots without carrying a full rig. Just leave the carry case home.
1756405
This is a super-portable, super-lightweight easel---and I think it deserves 4 stars.  I know it's probably primarily intended for presentations and portable office use, but I bought this with the intent of using it to display some art in my home.  Sure, it's not very fancy or luxurious, but I don't really need it to be glam.  I just want to use it to put some art in a dull corner.  I don't have a ton of storage or closet space, so I appreciate that it folds up so small.  You can easily tuck it in the back of a narrow coat closet, or inside an unused suitcase.  It's not rickety, but it's also not going to withstand gale force winds, so you may want to be careful if you have wild children or pets in your home!  It telescopes quite easily, without sticking, and I like the fact that's versatile enough to switch between a floor easel and a tabletop one.

If you're looking for an easel to sketch or paint, this may not be the most stable option, because of the way it's designed as a skinny tripod.  But for my display purposes, it's pretty good.

---I received a sale price on this item during a promotional event, in exchange for a candid review.----
1974789
This is very light and very cheap! I returned it because I was afraid my child would injure himself because this set is not sturdy at all!
485924
Not too strong of a grip.  Good for very light objects
4743759
We bought this as a temporary fix for socks and  underwear, so very light items. Still the drawers don't close to easily without lifting the top up a bit.  But it's serving it's purpose and its fairly large for the price. Ultimately we are happy with it but I wouldn't recommend it for craft stuff it anything with weight.
1014968
Love it!  I only rated it three stars as it is flimsy!  but it works for what I needed it for!
174740
This item is perfect for "light" moving jobs. It is compact, light and sturdy. I have used it to move multiple boxes weighing approximately 100 lbs with no trouble. I did need help getting the boxes down the stairs though. While I wouldn't advise moving heavy furniture with it I think it should be fine for everything else.
3118996
I bought this for the purpose of hanging some small banner-like decorations as well as string lights for an indoor party.
It did the job but the hooks are very very small.
This clip is designed ONLY for hanging string and thin wires. Also not used for heavy objects.

If you end up putting too much weight on these, it can rip off your wall and actually end up chipping the paint... ;(

So be careful but I will order these again if I need to decorate indoors!! :)
4620375
The reviews on this are all over the map, and I think for the simple reason that people's expectations are different.

If you are looking for an easel for occasional light use, and if price and the ability to take it apart for easy storage and transport are paramount, you will probably be thrilled with this. If you are looking for a heavy, sturdy, high-quality easel for daily use in your home, honestly, get out your credit card and go higher end.

For my purpose--I need an occasional lightweight easel to hold paper for presentations and which travels well--this is ideal, and the price is right.

For cheaper shipping, three tall posts come in two piece each, which must be screwed together.

I'm about of average handiness and it took me about 20 minutes to figure out and assemble the first time, and (as stated) the instructions weren't terribly good--but even not being particularly mechanically inclined I did figure it out. The most difficult part for me was realizing that the enclosed metal chain is intended to keep the back leg from extending too wide, which could cause the unit to topple...so you attach the chain to the back leg and to the center of the front crossbar. Aha.

Once I got how it worked, it now takes me about five minutes to disassemble and put back together. For presentations in which I need to simply place a pad on this and write on it during the talk, this easel  is amply sturdy.; I have never had it tumble. When I'm done, I take it mostly apart and store it n a corner of my attic.  If I were using this regularly for holding an oil canvas, and in an application where the possibility of knocking it over would ruin my painting, I'd definitely go sturdy and higher end.
4775336
Don't let the picture fool you, even though it's metal it isn't exactly the most sturdy. don't try to move it after your things are on it, otherwise it will fall apart in your hands. And I wouldn't put anything heavier than maybe 10lbs on the shelves otherwise they bend drastically in the middle. It was a very easy setup process and took maybe 20 mins. I use it in my college bedroom for extra bags, clothes, food, and drinks and it's perfect for my use.
2776513
Its OK.  Material rips very quickly..  Great product for super light items.
1768967
This works good for lighter items like light brooms and mops.  Springs inside break from heavy use or used with heavy items!  My intended use was for muck forks and push brooms had to go to a heavier item.  Moved it to the garage and it works good for household items!
4348754
I was a little disappointed with this product. It is not very sturdy, for the price I paid, and it seems a bit smaller than my old drying rack. It does serve it's purpose, but I don't hang anything heavy on it! Lesson learned: buy something like this in a store so you can see and feel the weight of it in person!
2447338
Can't Carry Much Weight.  I have used this twice, and unfortunately tonight it broke. I was delivering vegetables to a neighbor's house when the handle broke.  It appears that the handle is held in place with a small plastic tab.  Apparently it cannot carry much weight.  I am in the process of returning.  The Crates forms of these Clever Crates are AMAZINGLY strong-  I have 4 of them and load them up SUPER heavy... and have yet to have a problem. Unfortunately I cannot say the same for these baskets. Im sure it is perfect for a few items at the store... But don't try loading it up with a 4lb zucchini and a few cucumbers.
1944042
OK for hobby work, but not rugged enough for daily use.  Base is really light weight, so need to figure out a way to secure it to your bench.  Clamps are spring loaded, so can't secure board tighter than spring tension.  Can't hold board in position without helper piece to keep from rotating.  We bought a PanaVise Model 201, which is great!