This is really nice. I bought this for our house, intending for it to be replaced next year, but didn't want to waste money on something we would never use again. I figured we could use this for traveling. From my experience opening and packing this, it is relatively easy to put together. It comes with two grates to put on top (for cooking) and the top mesh for the fire. It comes with also comes with a metal stick with a wooden handle, I'm guessing for prodding the fire. There were a few other pieces I didn't identify (I'll post a picture of everything later), so it definitely comes with a lot. The "assembly" they spoke of was putting the lid on the grill etc. The legs are already in place, and just need to be opened. When packing, be careful because the legs aren't locked in a closing position too tight and they get caught in the bag.