The bench is perfect for my needs. It is both attractive and solidly built. It looks nice in the bedroom where it is used.
Assembly was very easy, although I recommend buying two tools if you are likely to assemble such items regularly. They are:
a set of metric hexagonal t-handles and a 16 oz rubber mallet. I have both metric and standard, but have never needed the standard for furniture assembly. The little hex wrench that comes with almost all self-assembly items is made of soft metal and rarely lasts through a project. The mallet provides the occasional need for "persuasion" to "Insert part A into part B".
Overall, this was a fun project. The bench was purchased during a sale with accumulated reward points. 😊