Great for the price but not sure how it fits 8 pairs, the two left compartments can only fit 2 pairs of medium men's shoes, need a few more inches for the third. if you need the third pair there it's better to try the wider option of this bench. 

bench is easy to assemble, top bench has two hinges that can be a bit finicky to set up, use the middle adjuster screws to get the correct spacing when closed. hinged seat doesn't stay up by itself so beware.