We purchased this to store emergency water in case of an emergency. We have several collapsible water storage options on hand and this is on par with the best of them. Comes well packaged with everything needed for water storage/dispensing. Initial appearance is it is thick plastic able to hold the weight of 87 gallons. Well though out design with top fill cap and lower valve dispenser. I hop to never need it, but feel good that this will be a reliable storage solution in the even of emergencies. Great product for the price!