The patio cooler requires assembly, so it you're not handy, you better read the instructions before tackling this task. All parts may look the same, but you need to follow step by step to do it right. It took me about 15-20 minutes by myself, but I am fairly handy with assembling things. We have it out on the deck, nice dark brown color matches my furniture, it is easy to clean too! I love the basket and the paper towel holder on the side, we don't use it but it is clever for parties and grilling day. The bottom has a nice storage door, where we keep 2 medium size baskets with hot tub chemicals and sun tanning lotions, but you could put backup drinks for a pool party day too! The drain hose is easy to install, so all you have to do when ice melts, or to drain completely, it is pop open the drain in your cooler insulated bag and set it to drain at a spot of your convenience, no need to be pulling the bag,etc.  I love it!