I've purchased this bed multiple times for my children when they were moving into apartments for college.  The bed is shipped nicely in a compact box making it easy to transport and all parts are nicely packed.  The bed frame is very good quality and assembles easily.  This bed does not require a box spring but if you want one, the foldable box springs on Wayfair work very nicely.  I've paired this bed with an 8" memory foam mattress with no discomfort.