iDesign Steel 4-Shelf Extendable Tension Shower Caddy The York Collection - 8 x 11 x 108 Silver Adjustable

For perspective, I'll start by saying that I'm a non-mechanically inclined 56 year old woman. It took me a long time to decide which pole caddy to buy after failing to figure out how to construct a caddy that I had purchased from Home Depot (and subsequently returned.) Most pole caddies I found online had less than glowing reviews and none (including this one) had consistently good reviews but I settled on this one because I liked the size and depth of the baskets. First, construction would have been so much easier with just a tad more verbiage. There is a top pole, bottom pole and three middle poles in the package. The middle poles are different lengths so you can combine them as needed to approximate the height of your ceiling. They should be assembled so they are slightly shorter than needed. Now I'll add what should be a "no-brainer" but isn't immediately apparent by looking at it. After your pole is a little shorter than the correct height, pull on the CAP of the top pole to extend the it to a length about 1 inch longer than the exact distance from bottom to ceiling. Then twist the pole until the extension is tight then the spring can engage inside the pole that creates the tension and secures it in place. Placing the baskets takes just a little planning. Find something with which you can temporarily mark the poles. (There's tape labels on the poles that I removed, tore in half and used for this). After the top pole length is locked, remove it, slide the baskets (with their plastic collars inserted) onto the pole, replace the top pole and install it in your shower. Once installed, decide where you want the baskets and mark the spots (this is where I used the tape). Then you'll need to remove the pole from the shower because the screws to secure the baskets are on the backside of the pole. Of course, as you remove the pole from the shower so you can secure the baskets, the baskets will all fall. Once out of the shower, re-position the baskets according to your marks and secure them with the set screws. Be sure to line them up before tightening. Then stand the whole thing up and install it. It really was easy, it just wasn't apparent by looking at it that the cap could pull out on the top pole. Securing the baskets could have been engineered better, the plastic top, bottom and collars should have been rubber but it's only a $30 pole. The jury is out whether the plastic collars will sufficiently hold the baskets in place once they start being used. Probably the biggest complaint I have is that the basket wedge isn't a full 90 degrees which means that the baskets aren't snug in the corner and the pole moves side to side. I'm going to have to find some sort of solution to stop the side to side play or the shower walls will eventually be marked by the outside of the basket. Regardless, I like it. Once I figured out how the spring mechanism engaged, it was easy to assemble, albeit cumbersome. The baskets are deep enough that my bottles are secure and not going anywhere and the oiled bronze color is very attractive. It's not great but its good enough. I'll update this if I ever change my mind. Update 11/21/2018 Three years later and my shower caddy is still standing strong. It still looks great, its washcloth bar and loofa hooks are incredibly useful and the basket sizes and depths have proven to be perfect. The baskets still dont sag and unlike my concerns from three years ago, the side-to-side basket movement is not an issue of concern. There havent been any signs of rust or corrosion but I did buy the oiled bronze finish which may not show it as much as a silver pole might. Similarly, my complaint about the plastics parts vs. rubber feet have also proven to be unwarranted. I highly recommend this pole and am changing my intial four star review to five. Oh and no, I didnt receive any compensation for this review. Read more

I got this for $20, and on the combination of its price, functionality, and quality, I give this five stars. There are a few caveats, so that's why I think this should not be worth more than $30. First, it is made of brushed aluminum that's painted dark copper. The paint coating is thin, and chips easily, so be careful during assembly and installation - make sure you don't drop it or scrape it. The trays are of the same quality, and nicely designed. There are four unique trays - the bottom is has the most depth, advisable for your bigger and taller bottles, and the rest gets shallower as it goes up. The second highest tray has two hooks for your loufa or something you want to hang there, and the top tray has a small towel rack for your scrubbing sheet. The whole contraption aligns with your bathtub corner nicely, leaving only an centimeter or so of crevice space. The upper most pole has a combination of locking and spring mechanisms to give it the extra tightness and security so it doesn't slip and bop you on the head during a overly enthusiastic rendition of bathroom karaoke. Basically, you extend it so it is about an inch taller than your ceiling or the underside of where you want to place it. Then you lock it in place, then push down on the spring and slide it in. The spring is really tight, and holds well. I am not going to go overboard and place all my heavy jugs of shampoo, conditioner, bath gel, moisturizer, bubble bath liquid, etc. but so far it is holding really well. The other thing I don't like is that the locking mechanism of the trays to the pole permanently puts a dent in it. There is a screw that you lock into place by squishing it into the pole, and for it to stick in place, it has to grind tightly into the pole, so it always leaves a dent in place. You won't see it until if it slips and you have to lock it again, but each time you do that you will leave a dent. There is no way to get around it, so this method is quite unsatisfactory. The good thing is though it is staying in place so far, so hopefully I don't have to make new dents. Included are the bottom and top poles, and three middle poles for the in-between - two longer poles, and one shorter one. Because of the unique shape of my bathroom, I only needed the one shorter pole, which makes for a total of 5 feet plus however long the spring can extend(I'm guessing another 6-10 inches). If you were to use all three of the middle poles, this thing can go as high as nine feet total. Read more

This shower caddy is a solid solution for organizing your shower essentials without drilling a single hole. The adjustable pole fits ceilings from 5' to 9', and the wire baskets provide plenty of space for shampoo, conditioner, soap, and more. Hooks add extra versatility for razors, loofahs, or small towels. What sets this product apart from others on Amazon is the practical real-world perspective: I installed it in a standard shower, and it stayed stable under the weight of full bottles, unlike some tension caddies that wobble or slide. The silver finish is sleek, easy to clean, and doesn’t rust after weeks of regular use. If you want a flexible, sturdy, and functional corner shower organizer, this caddy is a standout. It keeps everything in reach, makes the shower feel more organized, and proves that tension rod caddies can be both durable and stylish. Read more