Bought this for my son who's counter space is nonexistent.  A perfect island for his tiny kitchen with the lower shelf holding heavy equipment like a large Kitchenaid mixer and Ninja pro blender as well as assorted less weighty kitchen necessities. The top is his counter, which with the wheels is a better height for his 6'3" height than the standard counter  The wheels lock so the surface is very stable for chopping, mixing and kneading. Being stainless steel hot cookie sheets and pans don't harm the surface. Finally, being on wheels, it can be moved out of the way or used as a buffet. No problem assembling.