Although it took a little longer to arrive than it should have, the tree was easy to set up and easy to "fluff" out.  Even before it was decorated, friends remarked on how real it looks.  It was amazingly easy to decorate as well.  I'm sitting beside the tree right now admiring it anew.  I've always felt you need 100 lights per foot of tree height.  This tree proves me correct.  Just the proper number of lights.  Although the different light settings are fun, I love the soft white lights.  It is sturdy and steady.  I highly recommend this tree.