it is made of aluminum and appears to be of good quality. There are eight rare-earth magnets on the top of it which stick to the metal bottom of the Show 8 quite well (you can see four of them in the photo). The up and down tilt and horizontal swivel allow positioning of the Show at an optimal viewing angle. | About ATOPHK stand from James Del Gatto Feedback， Fits like a glove...easy to install...will turn 360 degrees very well built. | About ATOPHK stand from Jay Feedback，In addition to the usual, we use our show for family calls. This base is substantial and sturdy. It swivels and angles easily. This makes the Echo Show into what ought to be. | About ATOPHK stand from Michael A. Feedback, We were looking for a way to improve the visibility of the Amazon Show on our kitchen counter. The stand enabled that function quite well. We also use the Show for video calling. The tilt adjustability also enhances the function of the show for that function. If the manufacturing quality of the unit stands the test of time, we will be very pleased with this functional addition to the Show. | About ATOPHK stand from James Del Gatto Feedback，I have echo shows around my house for the everywhere music so i don't have to yell for Alexa from one room to another. This stand swivels and raises it without making it look like its an add on. I love it.