I read the reviews before buying these chairs and was well aware of the smaller size.  They really are just like in the pictures and I believe that they are sturdy and will hold up for a while. I bought the charcoal color although I had wanted gray but they were out of stock at the time..in stock, now, so that's disappointing.  With 3 young kids and lots of company, I didn't want to spend a lot on expensive chairs that I would constantly fret about.  The darker color is probably a good idea.  Got them on a great Labor Day sale and I can't imagine finding chairs I like more for less and I have looked for years. I did splurge on a Restoration Hardware table that goes great with them.  

Pros: Great value, fully assembled, feel sturdy, look expensive
Cons: None so far