The lamps came well-packed with disassembled shades that quickly snapped together. They are heavier than they look and feel well-built, but one lamp DID have a wonky USB port(tilted slightly in the housing). It still works just fine once you wrangle the usb into it though. Be aware that the lamps are still light enough to get pulled around by tugging on the USB cord you have plugged into them! I've had to push mine back into place on my nightstand a couple of times. Otherwise, I am very pleased with this purchase.