We needed barstools that were countertop height and would be able to support big people. The weight limit on these barstools is impressive. Theyre comfortable and look nice, plus they can easily be wiped down. The material is not smooth, so you dont slide right out of them. My son is 63 and 450 lbs. He sat in the stool but found it to be uncomfortable because the seat curves up a little on the sides, which digs into his rear and legs. He also felt like the seat wasnt deep enough for him to sit comfortably. Everyone else in the house loves the stools, so were definitely keeping them. My husband is also 63 but weighs 235 lbs. and he uses the stools every day. Thats a long-winded way of saying that people on the tall and wide side may need to find a stool with a wider, deeper seat or a bench style. The stools were easy to put together with the included tools and hardware. Overall, these are fantastic for the price!