I read some of the other reviews AFTER I bought it so I was a little worried.  After I got it, I couldn't have been more pleased.  The assembly was a breeze and it goes well in my small space.  Some customers had trouble with the stability on carpet but I had no such issue; it's very sturdy.  I originally bought the piece as something temporary to use until I move to another state in a few months but I can see myself having this table for a long time.