Walmart is selling a $109 storage bench for only $39 ahead of Black Friday

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Black Friday is just around the corner, and soon, there will be an avalanche of deals to sift through. The best way to ensure you can score something useful is to start your shopping a few days early. Right now, Walmart is already getting ahead of the rush, offering big savings on home goods, like this charming Costway Folding Ottoman Storage Bench.

This piece of furniture is unbelievably versatile. It's a bench, it's a storage chest, and if you have a child or a dog, it can even be used as a step stool. It retails for $100, but Walmart is selling it for just $39 as an early Black Friday sale.

Costway Folding Ottoman Storage Bench, $39 (was $109) at Walmart

Why do shoppers love it?

Shoppers were almost unanimously surprised on multiple counts by this storage bench. For one, it's just as attractive in person as it is in photos, especially when you consider its price. Many shoppers touted the value of this bench, considering you get a lot of bang for your buck.

First and foremost, it's a wide and roomy storage compartment that accommodates everything under the sun, from toys to towels or even clothes and shoes. In fact, its 112-liter capacity supports up to 660 pounds worth of items. There's even an optional divider, so you can further organize your belongings. Just be sure you don't overfill it, or you won't be able to put the lid on. 

"This is a lot sturdier than I expected for the price," one shopper said. "I was able to fit two full shelves worth of board games from my linen closet in it. It's fabulous and couldn't be easier to assemble."

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Details to know

• Dimensions: 43.5 inches long, 15 inches wide, and 15 inches high.
• Weight when empty: 13 pounds.
• Weight capacity: 660 pounds.

This storage bench does require some very light assembly, but it couldn't be easier. Shoppers were able to assemble it in minutes, if not seconds. It's collapsible, so it folds down for easy storage if you decide you want to put it away or move it from room to room. 

Once the lid is on, the handy storage container doubles as a cozy bench. Its foam and fabric top provides a surprising level of cushion that is perfect for perching on. With its charming Chesterfield tufts, onlookers will be surprised to know that it's not just a bench. 

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Whether you need to make the most of a small space or are just looking for an accent piece that does more than look nice, you'll love the Costway Folding Ottoman Storage Bench. This versatile and attractive bench retails for $109, but you can shop it for just $39 at Walmart with this early Black Friday sale.