This coop(run) is working great for us. I have 12 chickens . Birth wise 2 weeks apart. We are trying to get them use to each other so this works good for that as well .We also have 2 coops( housing) and are going to attach this metal coop to them so they have their home and a much bigger Run. Or you could put your coop inside it as well. But with 2 Well made carpenter built wooden coops in side; it cuts their room to run . For the winter we plan on building a peek for it so when we tarp it , and it snows the snow will slide off. So yes I like this metal coop . You can use it in many ways. Just make sure when you are putting it together and putting the wire on that you follow the directions precisely ! Because that will give you a much sturdier product!!!