This swing is exactly as pictured and very easy to assemble. There were some points in the assembly process (i.e. aligning the bottom piece into the grooves on the side) that were definitely more easily accomplished with two people, but it would not be impossible to do by yourself. The only downside is that the hardware includes machine screws, which are designed to hang the swing in a frame. If you intend, like we did, to hang the swing directly from a beam on your porch, you will need to purchase some strong wood screws. Other than that, the chain was sturdy and the appropriate length for hanging!