After researching for hours about different hammock stands, we chose to get this one. We are so glad we did! It is super easy to put up and take down--this can even be done by just one person. This was important to us because we were looking for one that we could take places with us, as well as, set up in our home and outside our home. It comes with a carrying case so it is easily portable. The zippers on the carrying case have leather tabs which broke off on the first time we zipped it. However, the zippers still work and can be used, so although disappointing, it is not a big deal. The other great feature of this stand is that it fits so many different types and lengths of hammocks. We have 4 hammocks--2 nylon camping styles, a rope hammock, and the canvas hammock that this stand came with. They are all different lengths ranging from 9' to 12' and they all work great with the various hook placements you can use along the stand. One of the holes on one side of the stand is not drilled wide enough so can't be used, but all the rest work fine. Another amazing thing about this product is that the price includes a hammock! There are so many different kinds of hammocks and fabrics and colors to chose from. We chose a canvas material and it is comfortable and very wide. You can wrap yourself up in the material or have two people in it at a time. We love this hammock! It is our favorite hammock out of the ones we already owned. Both the hammock and the stand are very sturdy. We are super happy with our purchase and hope to enjoy this for years to come!