I purchased 2 of theses desks.  Good value for the money, as described and pictured, quality is good.  Read further for more detail.

If I like something I don't need to read the positive reviews because I'm already interested!  But I always read the 1-star reviews to see if anything convinces me not to buy the item!  That said, most of the bad reviews are related to the assembly which are totally valid as this desk requires a degree in engineering to assemble, it comes in a what appears to be a million pieces. 

For this reason I paid the extra fee to have HANDY send out someone to assemble it.  It will save you much time, stress and possibly your marriage!  (It took the professional 3hrs per desk.)

Having it  professionally assembled I think is the difference between a 1-star review and 5-star!  After the handyman finished it looked like it was off the showroom floor!  Nothing scratched, all drawers worked perfectly, both desks sit level and secure (no wobbling or squeaking).