I've had this bed for my kids for over two years, and it's worked really well. Even moving wasn't all that difficult, as I kept the instructions as well as paid special attention to what went where. Like any metal framed furniture, one should tighten the fasteners about a month after assembly and use, and then again every six months or sooner if you feel it needs it. If you're concerned about the use of the top bunk, be sure not to get a mattress that may be too tall. I'd keep it between four and eight inches, based on what your needs are.
The Futon portion is a little trickier. We had a well made (if thick) mattress on it originally but it was heavy and a bit of a challenge to fold back into the couch form. Now we just use it as a flat bed instead of the futon.
Onto the rated features (which I've answered some of already)
Easy to assemble: Mostly, but it does take a while. It can be done by yourself, but it's easier with some help. Also, plan to make some room for the assembly. It'll make it much easier.
Sturdiness: So far so good. I haven't had to tighten anything in several months, but I also don't convert between futon and bed very often. Additionally, we stopped using the top bunk.
Storage Capacity: If you're not using the top as a bed - quite a bit. Underneath storage is low and pretty limited, especially if you're converting it often.
Easy but time consuming assembly
I've had this bed for my kids for over two years, and it's worked really well. Even moving wasn't all that difficult, as I kept the instructions as well as paid special attention to what went where. Like any metal framed furniture, one should tighten the fasteners about a month after assembly and use, and then again every six months or sooner if you feel it needs it. If you're concerned about the use of the top bunk, be sure not to get a mattress that may be too tall. I'd keep it between four and eight inches, based on what your needs are. The Futon portion is a little trickier. We had a well made (if thick) mattress on it originally but it was heavy and a bit of a challenge to fold back into the couch form. Now we just use it as a flat bed instead of the futon. Onto the rated features (which I've answered some of already) Easy to assemble: Mostly, but it does take a while. It can be done by yourself, but it's easier with some help. Also, plan to make some room for the assembly. It'll make it much easier. Sturdiness: So far so good. I haven't had to tighten anything in several months, but I also don't convert between futon and bed very often. Additionally, we stopped using the top bunk. Storage Capacity: If you're not using the top as a bed - quite a bit. Underneath storage is low and pretty limited, especially if you're converting it often.