I took a "risk" on this with only 3-4 reviews when I bought it. I am glad - I really wanted something simple and functional that didn't look too cheap.Pros -* Looks much better than other lift top coffee tables that were ~$100* Has a much more tasteful fake wood pattern than some of the other ones* Measurements were trueNeutral -* You definitely need to use both hands to lift the top. Not because it is hard to lift just because it's very easy to only lift one side and I don't think this table is durable enough for that kind of abuse* Based on other experiences with this type of furniture I would never let anyone put a glass down without a coaster. Luckily there is a storage shelf under the closed storage, this is where I store coasters for easy accessCons -* More of a personal failing than a product failing but really pay attention when you are putting together the table. It all worked out for me nicely regardless.Tips for assembly:- Everything is nicely labeled so pay attention to those! I made the mistake of mixing up the E and Bp screws which look similar but are different sizes and I had to go back and undo that part.- Hand screw the screws in. Luckily I hand screwed everything and the mistake was fixable. If I used an electric drill/driver I think I might have ruined the pilot holes and not been able to use them.- Another tricky part was the hinges for the lift top, check and double check your top is in the right orientation first!Anyway, happily surprised at this coffee table for the price. It looks good for now and when I do find the perfect piece come up on a secondhand market I think it will be easy to resell or give away on Buy Nothing.