Set came packaged well.  This set  takes time and work to assemble.  Having someone available to help with parts of the assembly is helpful.  Some  of the seat to side arm screws don't seem to tighten all the way but the chairs are holding up.  I think the set is of a decent quality for the price but it is small.  This set is for a small space and will not look good is a larger area. Compared to high end sets , this set looks more child sized and we are average size people.  The set is not comfortable without back cushions.  I added some and now it is very comfortable but the cushions do take up some of the seat depth.  All in all the set is just ok, good for small spaces, an apartment balcony, tight budgets and short term needs.