This is priced so much better than the old ones I have and more comfortable.  It allows me to waist train a bit longer.  And unlike my old one it doesn't have those stiff plastic side and back supports that eventually snapped and caused extreme pain. There was a rubber smell that was a little strong initially, but went a way after about an hour or maybe i just got used to it. :)  Either way i am more impressed with this one over the way more expensive ones i bought. And I see it produces the same desired results I received from those.

Additional note...the "Long" style is more for those with a lower pooch issue.  Works to get it down and then can graduate to a regular length. Yay!