I got this for my son, since he lives in a very small apartment and doesn't have room for a larger tree.  He put it on a small side table, and says it fits well and looks great.  I bought some additional tiny ornaments and a little tree skirt which he used and says it's just perfect for his space.  Plus, it took him all of 15 minutes to put up and decorate and at the end of the season, even less to put away.  I don't think it will last a lifetime, but, for now, it's great.