At first glance, they seem flimsy. But I picked up something heavy and they bent and did not break. I could also pick up cigarette butts off the ground. Easy to grab a box off top shelf of cupboard so it’s great to help so no ladder or step stool climbing with many things. Foldable is good, plus it has a hole in the handle so just one nail and you can hang it on any wall. Still useful after a few years of use. I used it yesterday when I couldn't reach the shop light pull cord because something was in the way and I didn't want to move what was in the way. It is a very handy item to have at my disposal.