I never planned on getting one. wasn't on my 'must need' list. but then we came across a dark wood basically brand new ones at a garage say for about $70 (i think it was). so had to snag it up. and now I love it!! we don't have one at mum and dads and I spend a few nights there every month or 2 and to get sick of changing her on the bed of floor. my back really doesn't like it. so am glad we did get one.