This was a father's day gift for my husband.  This cooler is functionally and it looks really nice too.  I've read in other reviews the 'frustration' of not having directions.  Our cooler came  without instructions as well. The lack of directions was easily resolved with a internet search of the vendor name and simply choose your item and model ... problem solved.  The cooler holds a lot of beverages and keeps them cold for a long time.  We use the bottom cabinet to keep the condiments out of the sun and to have a constant supply of paper products always available.  I would absolutely purchase this item again.