I love this tree. It was easy to put together and the instructions were super easy to follow. The materials dont seem to be flimsy and will last awhile. My cat is slow to warm so he is still getting used to it and mainly uses it to stare out the window all day. My main issue with it is that although it seems sturdy enough, the base should be heavier. My cat is 10 lbs (maybe a little larger) and a little ungraceful and the tree shakes a little when he jumps on it or off it. He hasnt even tried to use the bed on top because it is shaky. So it might be better for a smaller cat or kitten. Also, assemble it in the room it will reside in because it is quite cumbersome to try and maneuver by yourself in tight hallways or rooms.