A couple of months in my new house, I am used to assembling those by now so after reading the reviews I decided to take the challenge. I am glad I did!

So yes, the instructions are a bit lackluster. This gets a bit tricky as the parts of the dresser are not identical but symmetrical (eg the drawers extend slightly further on the outer side than on the middle side so they fully cover and hide the inner reinforcements).
→ It is easy to miss as the difference is maybe ½", but if you get drawers that do not fit well, that is probably the issue.

That said, being extra careful I put it together in less than 2 hours and it was worth the effort. The result is well finished and sturdy. Hang either a 18" or 30" wide vanity mirror on top for a great look.