Easy Wheels Jumbo Shopping Cart, Green

I'm writing this review after using the cart only once. I gave it one heck of a workout, and it survived. I plan to use it once a week for groceries, so if it falls apart prematurely, I'll be back to edit my reviews. The review is long but I tend to write reviews that answer all the questions that I had when I was researching a product for myself.I bought this particular model of the product because it has metal wheels with metal spokes. The wheels are huge (6" diameter in the front and 10" diameter in the rear) and have thick rubber tires with tread. The basket capacity is huge. I need all this because it will be climbing stairs with me every time I use it.I live in a third floor apartment and must climb 30 outdoor stairs to get there. That didn't used to be a problem even carrying multiple heavy grocery bags for several trips until I broke my foot 7 months ago and had been on strict bed rest for 5 months. It seems like every muscle in my body turned to jello and all my cardio endurance went to zero. Plus my foot still isn't completely healed. It takes all my strength to make one trip up a day empty handed. But I've got to eat! So I badly needed a way to drag groceries upstairs and not kill myself in the process. That lead me on a hunt for a durable utility cart. I'm pretty sure I found that with this model. I scoured every product and review on Amazon until I found this one.The cart itself is quit beautiful for such a utilitarian item. I bought one in red. The color is a blue-red, not a screeching scarlet, and the finish is sleek and shiny. Assembly was simple. The only parts you need to put on it are the axles and wheels. You may need pliers and a hammer depending on your dexterity and hand strength. I needed only the pliers to GENTLY separate the cotter pin legs. Oh man those are so flimsy looking! That is my only criticism of this product. They feel like cheap fake metal alloy. Why put so much quality into a product then skimp where it is most important? I'm buying some strong ones to replace these. But for now they are holding.The frame and axles are very thick and sturdy. The wheels are as promised. They are the key to success. The axle didn't buckle and the tires gripped the steps as I dragged the cart upstairs behind me one step at a time. I inspected them after use and they are still in perfect alignment. The only problem is that, while the cart itself performed successfully, it is very difficult to drag it upstairs behind me when it's filled to the brim with at least 100 lbs of groceries! I think I actually over worked it, yet it worked perfectly. I won't fill it so full next time. It moves freely on level ground. The front wheels don't swivel so it gets more difficult to turn the heavier the load. Simple physics. Pulling it behind me helps to turn conners easier. I prefer large metal static wheels with a heavy axle running through them because they will meet the demands of a heavy load going upstairs much better than small plastic wheels attached only to a small plastic swivel base.Besides the flimsy cotter pins, the only other issue is that ridiculous handle! It is a very thin flimsy cover that reminds me of a giant bendy straw! I think straws are actually stronger! It gives no padding, and it slips and slides back and forth when you need a firm grip. I'm going to have to figure our a way to put some thick foam padding on it instead.Finally, I have no problem folding or storing this cart. When folded, I am still able to wheel it around. Because it is a strong weight with large rear tires, it doesn't stand up straight alone. It need to lean on a surface or be slipped into a space between furniture or appliances. You will need enough room to accommodate the rear wheel diameter of 10".

I received this cart in packaging that looked like it had been mauled by a wild animal, surprisingly no parts were missing but that's likely because they came in a sealed package of their own which was of no interest to the creature who had torn through the outer shipping box. The how-to assemble instructions were taped to a couple of the metal bars on the front of the cart, which made removing them without any damage a failed challenge (see picture). But, all parts needed were there and with some tape I managed to salvage the instructions - good thing my vision is in no way impaired because both the pictures and print were ridiculously tiny to the extent that I would tell anyone with less than perfect eyesight to get a magnifying glass before beginning the process of putting this together using that instruction sheet.Putting it together does require a pair of pliers - I have a regular pair but my smaller jewelry-making pliers actually worked better for this, especially because of how lightweight the cotter pins are. When (not if) the cotter pins fail, I'll just have to make sure not to lose any of the 4 springs or other random little parts to extend the life of the cart as a whole with new pins that are sturdier. For now the ones that came with the cart will be fine. The tires do not swivel, but if you don't overload the cart you can tilt it back onto just the rear wheels to navigate tight corner turns as needed but bear in mind that this will likely result in weaker cotter pins on one side or another which you'll need to replace (still better and cheaper in comparison to replacing the entire cart). The size of the opened cart overall is smaller than the one it replaced, and I wouldn't recommend attempting to load anywhere close to the 150lbs it is supposed to be able to carry unless you like buying new carts frequently. Welded bars used to make the basket will weaken at the joints if bent, bending means an eventual break. But despite the problem packaging, tiny print with small pictures, and limitations of size/recommended weight carrying, it's not a bad cart. I have already used it once (I don't review things until I have had at least one opportunity to use/wear/operate a purchased item.) and will update this review as needed - for now one star off because of the condition of package it arrived in and hard to read/see assembly instruction sheet.**Carts like this are not designed to drag up stairs with heavy loads - people still use them to do this, but honestly shouldn't be surprised when their cart breaks in short order after they decide to use the cart in this manner. I'm not sure there are any inexpensive options out there if one needs to bring heavy loads up the stairs and is unable to physically do so without a cart or other assistance.