I do a great deal of computer work, and it is wonderful to be able to stand up and still do my work. You can set the height to several levels. The desk is very sturdy and easy to roll around so I can clean the floor. The pencil drawer is definitely a plus. The noise when it rises is very minimal. I am past the point of being able to assemble something like this so my son did that and it went together flawlessly. I have enough space for my laptop plus an extra monitor and plenty of writing room. My money was well spent.