This is the second time I've bought this exact grater, I think it does a good job. I particularly like the flexibility of being able to use just one side over a bowl. The feet don't slide, and being able to break it down and store flat is a huge plus in my book. The first one lasted apx 5 years and got very heavy use as I buy my cheese in big blocks, then grate and freeze in portion sizes. It handled both softer cheese like cheddar, and harder such as parmesan with equal ease. The first one eventually snapped where the bottom of the grating grid attaches to the plastic, which is a design weakness I feel. But, considering even graters dull over time and the amount of use it got, it was probably time for a new one anyway. I was pleased to be able to find the exact same product to replace the one that served me so well and confidently expect years of use out of it.