Overall:
 - Easy to assemble
 - Long power cord - the transformer is approximately halfway between the wall plug and the pump, and has optional wall-mounting flanges
 - Coupling between the pump and water line is a little fragile, but could be replaced if damaged

There is some minor fly-off/splatter on max/high setting, but the following "Mohawk Home Rectangular Door Mat" from Lowes has cropped corners and matches very well:  http://www.lowes.com/pd_7248-102-4190-12556-23X35_1z11osdZ2z8vl__?productId=3772415&pl=1.