Exactly as advertised - easy to attach to downspout drain, brass spigot, can attach a 'feeder' hose to the brass spigot with ease, great filter for keeping leaves and debris out of water collection.  Only 'not so great' is you may have to do a bit of work to ensure it is level - otherwise, a hearty wind may tip it over this may be true of all rain barrels.  All in all, exactly what I was hoping for, and the overall aesthetics are pretty good, too.