We chose this table because our house is tiny, our living room is tiny, and we have kiddos that like to spread toys everywhere. This doubles as a toy box for us and is great for that. The kids don’t slam down, so little fingers are safe, and the lid will stay up however far it’s lifted. It was easy to put together (pay a little extra attention because the sides are specific and it’s annoying to take them apart and start again). The finish is a little weird- like some resin or plastic veneer, but for what we needed, it’s great. Four stars because that finish is odd. Otherwise great!