Assembly may be a little challenging for some kids, but overall not bad just take an extra look at each picture. (Illustrated instructions only).Operating the robot in local mode basic and intermediate is easy but requires occasional reset. Also automatic docking stopped working.We still have not been able to set up the robot in advanced mode (remote control). This was the main reason for buying the toy to keep an eye on the pets. Complaint of issues to customer support several times though e-mail without receiving any feedback for now 4 weeks. Same issue with charging station recall no new replacement or contact. BEWARE OF CHARGING STATION RECALL SEE [...]Bottom line its only a toy not a surveillance camera (terrible low light even with build in lamp).