Let me start by saying this nightstand is a lifesaver for my tiny studio apartment. The 27.6" height is perfect - not too tall, not too short - and those built-in charging ports? Absolute game-changer when I'm lounging in bed scrolling through my phone.

The fabric drawers surprised me most. I expected flimsy storage, but these babies hold my books, skincare products, and even my chunky Nintendo Switch without sagging. The plastic handles make them easy to pull out, though I did learn you can't overstuff them (lesson learned when my drawer wouldn't close properly).

Assembly was smoother than most IKEA furniture - took me about 20 minutes with the included tools. Pro tip: the power cord is only 2 feet long, so measure your outlet distance first! I ended up using an extension cord which works fine.

My favorite unexpected perk? The rustic brown finish blends perfectly with both my modern gray bedding and my boho-style living room when I moved it to use as an end table. The open side shelf fits my MacBook Pro perfectly for late-night work sessions.

The only real downside is that the outlets take up precious tabletop real estate. I wish they were on the lower shelf to hide wires better. But for under $100? This little multitasker outperforms nightstands twice its price.