Assembly was simple enough, getting the c-clamps was a little tough but its a one time thing. I have been using it at the default blade height but may drop it a little. We have a small townhouse in Houston (25' x 25' lawn), it cuts through our grass no problem. As others have said, it will get stuck with the smallest of sticks, but that's just the way the design works. Not hard to get out, but best to just make sure there are no debris before you start. Pushing it is really easy, though we have a flat lawn. I can finish my yard quickly then just hang it in the corner of the garage. No gas, takes up little space, loving it so far. If I had a bigger yard it would be a nice work out too.