Pricey,  yes - but worth it. Comes assembled which was such a dream, and honestly wasn't such a heavy package that I couldn't push it along the rug by myself. I didn't attach the wheels provided since I don't want it to move now that it is positioned. Lift top goes up and down easily. Sturdy when elevated (but obviously don't lean a ton of weight on it since lift top tables like this aren't built to hold the same weight when lifted as they can when closed). It's a beautiful wood color, nice and wide - looks great in my room.