I was tempted to get the shorter version for Halloween, worried that my 3 year old child might trip.  But, the other was sold out at the last minute and so I went with this one and I'm so glad I did.  The other may have been good for one year, whereas this one can be used for a few.  And it was not too long at all.  Good cape to have on hand.  It was worn around the house and around the neighborhood for about a month and has held up perfectly.  I would say that it's well made.