The standing desk was easy enough to assemble. Took about an hour including running to the shop to get tools. The one thing I used that I feel helped was a decent square. When connecting the legs to the cross braces, you need the square there. When connecting the bottom bars/feet you can use a square there as well. Mind the gaps as you attach the plates to lock them in. They can/will grow on you and you need to keep it all clamped together. Once assembled, it looks pretty nice! The motor function is very smooth and quiet, exceeds my expectations. I feel it was a good value. If for some reason we don't like the desk, we can replace the top and keep the power legs.