Even though it's really light weight, it is not flimsy. It's been a lifesaver after my surgery in me being able to move food, laundry, and whatever between rooms while in a wheelchair or on crutches. When I can walk again, I'm not even sure I'll fold it up (that was its main original selling point for me) because I can think of so many more uses for it. But the fact that I can fold it and unfold it easily is a nice feature to have.