I bought this for when I have parties and want to have toothpicks out and i got tired of the toothpicks "box" that they come in getting dropped or spilled. The cap on this stays nice and tight and it just pops on and off for easy filling, I like that the toothpick holes are larger for the Baking toothpicks that I use, but also holds the smaller common toothpicks and it does dispense them great, even one handed when holding a plate or drink in other hand. I got this with the intention to put it away in the cabinet, but I really like the way it looks so I have it on my kitchen table with the salt & pepper shakers and I think it looks great! My kids laughed at me for spending money on a toothpick holder, but they love it too! I even had a guest ask me where I found it and I shared the link.