I love that it contracts sideways, too. It collapses into a small size for easy storage. This unit folds nicely for storage.

This rack is so much sturdier and neater. It is sturdy and easy to expand or contract to fit various spaces. Coating over the rungs.

Are use this for drying clothes as well as organizing strips of fabric for quilting. It’s very stable with many places to hang wet clothes, such as socks and *. This drying rack is perfect for our rv.

This dryer, although somewhat pricey, is a quality item. It is exactly as advertised.

I like that it is expandable. The extendable bars are very helpful. Locking when expanded is intuitive and easy.

When it expands, it actually comes apart and has to be put back together. It is not made of steel, it falls apart when you open it, and it is very flimsy. It's insane how cheaply made this thing is.