This is a heavy chair, due to its overall size and the electric opening mechanism. But my 62 year old partner was able to carry it up to my home office. It was easy to assemble - just slide the backrest into the base, until it clicks, then pull out the hidden cable and plug it in. Mine arrived warped on one side so the leather was pulling and gathered on the backrest, arm and footrest. I contacted Wayfair who forwarded the problem to the manufacturer. They offered a discount which I accepted but haven’t received yet. Will update and change rating when I do.