I love this binder I use it all the time for everything from organizing recipes my lesson plan book and filing bank papers. It really is durable and lasts a long time.
We have bought this binder for the last 4 years (one per year). Depending on how much it is used it will almost make it to the end of the school year. My daughter had to carry this (along with other supplies/books) to every class. It does better than other binders. Eventually we have to duct tape it but not a big deal since many other kids' binders usually fall apart by Christmas.
My daughter had one of these last year that lasted the entire semester as opposed to 5-6 others that came apart. not that she studies or takes notes but blames damage on too small lockers. However she crams binders into her backpack + brings them home daily takes them out (I guess to air them as there is no studying going on) + back to school. We bought more this year!
Purchased this for my son for school. I like the binders from Staples because they are sturdy and can be used multiple years if they are taken care of. Considering that this is for my son it needs to be sturdy. Their prices are great. Staples usually carries a large selection of items and everything is competitively priced.