The hardware (brushed nickel in my case) looks substantial, is affixed with screws to the underside of the lid, operates smoothly, and has some play in the posts to facilitate mounting to the toilet rim. Has nylon washers only on the underside which minimizes surface area on the top that needs cleaning. Made out of MDF, not solid wood, but feels and looks convincing. Nice "grain" on mine, wraps around sides. 
 

Pros: Good value, no assembly problems.
Cons: n/a