The stand arrives in one package, approx 150 pounds. It was left on my porch and it wasn't easy getting it inside, so be prepared. It took about 3-4 hours to assemble. As others have mentioned, the gaps between the drawers aren't identical. This is noticeable to me but not to someone who wasn't part of the assembly process. There isn't much room for give if things aren't lined up exactly, but it does mean for the most part the stand comes out looking neat and tidy, except those pesky drawers. Speaking of which, they took forever to line up and slide in. All in all, though, the stand looks impressive. It's a tall stand, though, so make sure it's what you want. The storage option is fantastic.