I had been searching for the perfect lightweight folding step-stool with broad steps for some time until an occupational therapist recommended this one to me.One of the best features about this stool is that the top step is broad enough to sit upon, and I use this tool to do tasks such as reach the back of my pantry or clean out my refrigerator so I can work at the same level of the shelf. This saves my back, as I don't strain it by bending over and then stretching too far without support.This stool is sturdy with a high weight capacity and very, very lightweight, and that makes it very easy to tuck it away in a corner when you are finished using it.