It definitely isn’t long enough to need three stools, unless you are okay bumping elbows with both people. I’m a little disappointed in the hardness of the wood, this has surprisingly taken a beating in the 11 months we’ve owned it a joint has come apart in the frame and the screw has bored a hole preventing repair. The USB outlets often jiggle themselves out of place as well. 

However, this is an exceptionally functional piece and the outlets are very convenient for laptop working.