This hamper, being the price that it is, isn't bad but I guess i was looking for a more sturdy hamper. some parts of the sides stay bent and don't retain the full cylindrical shape. but overall it does the job and the small one i just use it to store my bath goods. medium size hamper I keep in the bathroom for dirty towels and the big hamper I use it for dirty clothes in my closet. The sour-y smell is really pungent... but nothing a couple febreeze sprays can't get out of. I suggest you leave it outside to air out the smell before use.