I was looking for stools for over 5 months and once I saw these I just knew they were the ones. We just received them (shipping was super quick) and I still absolutely love them. They were simple to put together and are just such a vibe. I will say, you should remember that the legs are natural wood and the color does vary from what you see online. Also, the seat (like others have mentioned) is a darker shade of gray than the photos make you believe. I can’t speak for longevity but right now all I can say is they look great, they are strong and sturdy and the seat (and back) is comfortable!