I searched awhile and read many reviews before I decided on this cat tree. I have a 12 y.o. cat (9 pounds), a 2 y.o. cat (16 pounds!) and a 4 month old kitten (will be about 12 pounds when mature). Our previous cat tree didn't have the size, perches, or strength to handle all three. This new cat tree is perfect! It has 3 roomy, PADDED perches, so they each have their own, plus two hiding condos, and plenty of scratch posts (sisal covered). It seems huge, but has the same footprint as my old one. It seems very sturdy, and putting it together didn't take too long (I goofed on something so it took a few extra minutes to rectify the mistake). So about an hour and a half by myself, only tool needed was Allen wrench, which was provided. I can't wait to see all of them playing and chilling on this tree! I'm very happy with this purchase.