As I have never been able to sleep very well when anywhere other than my own home, trying out an air bed I was unfamiliar with was worrying. I needn't have been concerned though, the bed gave me the best nights sleep I had ever had in such situations. I have nothing to complain about in regards to the electric pump, either. You are ready to go in a few minutes, much quicker than you would imagine - especially given its height. The bed did not smell very much either, unlike most when brand new. All in all, I say money well spent.