I’ve only been using these stools a few days, but they are quite nice. They were super easy to assemble alone, even for an assembly challenged person like me. I love the swivel seats! They are very sturdy and quite firm, but still comfortable. Probably not for hours, but long enough to not be a problem for a meal, etc. The backs are quite low, so don’t buy if you are looking for something to seriously lean back on. They are perfect for my kitchen island.