This is a simple, good looking, light weight nightstand. The stain does look a little lighter in person but not enough to make a difference. Very easy to assemble. The USB ports are cool and definitely useful. I wasn't a big fan of the wooden knob that came with the nightstand so I bought a brushed nickel one for $3 at a hardware store and it looks great. The real wood is a welcome change from the wood veneer you usually get at this price point. 5 stars for quality and price.