I was expecting a really big clunky bed, but I was surprised when it arrived. The box was reasonably sized, and I set it up by myself. The base isnt too heavy so its not hard to pick it up and move it around. The set up is really easy, the only thing I had to do was attach the legs pretty much. Besides the setup the bed has been perfect so far, and I dont think I will be going back to a box spring any time soon.