My son absolutely loves this item.  We have had it for two months now, and he is always asking to play on it.  We have had all of the neighborhood children over, and each and every one of them loves it.  It is amazing how much they enjoy it.  It keeps them busy, and will entertain for hours. The age group of children that have enjoyed it is from age 2-10.  Though 2 is a little young.  My son is currently 4, and it is the perfect age group for him.  We anticipate having years of fun out of it. It was worth every penny and more.