The quality and comfort of the seat are very nice. The back is comfortable and feels pretty sturdy for an average size person. The weight of the chair also makes it feel secure...and the swivel works smoothly. I bought this to use as a work chair in an art studio so it won't be getting the daily use like it would if it was in a kitchen so I'll just have to see how well it holds up but my initial impression is that it is a good value and will work well for my needs.  The only "con" is that the bottom requires a good bit of assembly. Lots of screws and washers. Not a big deal but something to be aware of.