Set up was easy, no odor. My husband and myself worked together and got it set up within a few minutes. We actually slept on the bed after only 3 hours of opening and it wasn't bad, it fully inflated by the next evening. The bed is super comfortable and I don't wake up with aches and in pains in my hips and shoulders. I broke my back many years ago and this bed is pretty comfortable. I'm very happy with the comfort level and the price was greatness.