I like that this set has a small footprint without sacrificing quality of the pieces and the board. It's great for setting up on a small table away from home. The magnets are strong enough that a bump with your hand won't knock anything over, but you could cause pieces slide/topple if you were to knee the table. I'm very satisfied with the quality of this set, especially for the price. The rank and file markings and the black border are a great functional touch, and I really love the blue squares. I would recommend this without hesitation!