Had the same binder last year and it was great - used for a full school year and never broke. Got a new one and rings now don't stay closed after only one week of use. Very disappointed.
It is the best binders I bought for my children so far. Unlike other brand binder which break easily and very often I need to buy new one by the middle of the school year. It is very strong so it lasts for a long time. It also very easy to open and close the rings which is very good because it will not snap at your fingers like other binders. I also like the colors of the binders because it is very pleasant to your eyes. I would love to see Staples to add more other colors for selection. Of course it would be more ideal if the price is somehow lower.
The binder was purchased to be used as my teaching plan book and to hold page protectors with class lists meeting notes etc. It is holding up perfectly with frequent daily use including being carried to home and back. The clear pocket on the front is slightly flexible making it easy to get papers in and out. I put my printed Cozi to-do list there. You can write on the cover with a dry erase crayon and easily erase it. There is access to the spine (for labeling) from inside the binder. The pockets inside the front and back cover are large making it so that papers don't flop. The D ring is useful with such a large binder. This is a high quality binder with well planned features.
I have tried different binders and usually what they do is after a couple of semesters of use (I am a college professor) they completely fall apart. They either break apart or they closure does not close properly. This causes all the separate folders that I have each chapter work in to fall out. From the first time I used the binders with D-Rings made by Staples I have not looked back. I have probably purchased a dozen of them for myself for work and my college just needed to purchase another 14 binders for all the materials needed for other instructors in my department. Please do not get rid of them.
I have tried many different types of binder and most split after multiple uses. I needed a reliable and sturdy binder to hold all my documents. The problem was I also wanted some style! With this binder I definitely received a sturdy binder but also some style. With the ability to insert a label in the side binder. I keep all my binders organized by color and title. The front cover allows for a full page or just add sayings or stickers. The inside metal clamps open and close easily. I own this binder in multiple colors:-)