If you are searching for a wooden train set/table, either generic or one compatible with Thomas and Friends, look no farther. I researched train tables and sets for months (in-store and online) before finally deciding on this one by KidKraft (based largely on Amazon reviews). The reasons I am giving this product five stars are: it's low cost, quality craftsmanship, and adaptability with other trains and accessories, specifically Thomas and Brio. Like others, I was not impressed with the Thomas train table or its high cost. At $125 (or less), this table allows you to customize a set as you wish and I am super pleased with how the addition of several Thomas and Friends trains and accessories turned out (see photos and details below). If you are looking for a basic train set, this table really provides all you need. But I wanted a Thomas-themed set and LOVE how this table allowed me to customize accordingly. I did not have any quality issues with the wood (which I was very impressed with) and as others have noted, the bins that slide underneath the table are a great asset. Assembly was straight-forward and without problems. As others have noted, the bridge is not high enough for tall trains to pass under but a quick and easy fix to this is to use the tree bottoms provided with the set (see photo).Continue reading below for information/ideas on accessorizing this to a more Thomas-themed, interactive train set... I love the Roll and Whistle Thomas wooden trains - for $8-15, they are well worth the additional dollar or two over the standard, non-vocal engines (and Amazon sells them the cheapest). I also purchased the singing caboose which plays the Thomas theme and a talking Thomas engine. Annie and Clarabelle were a nice purchase, as they light up while moving, although I admit that my toddler hasn't shown much interest in them. You can accessorize this set with ANY Thomas trains your child enjoys, which is why I love it so much. In addition to the engines, I was able to work the following accessories (with minimal effort) into this train set (see photos for placement): FP Thomas Lily Pond Fisher-Price Thomas Wooden Railway - Spin and Swim Lily Pond, FP Thomas Search Light Fisher-Price Thomas the Train Wooden Railway Search Light, FP Thomas Railroad Crossing Fisher-Price Thomas the Train Wooden Railway Deluxe Railroad Crossing Signal, FP Thomas signal houseFisher-Price Thomas the Train Wooden Railway Maron Lights and Sounds Signal Shed (note that you can purchase the Christmas/Santa version for about $5 less), and 2 Brio signal lights Brio Light Signal Train Set. I also LOVE the wooden train garage by Right Track Wood Train Track Garage - Fits 5 Cars - 100% Compatible with Thomas Wooden Railway System - By Right Track Toys, and recommend purchasing an additional set of tracks Wooden Train Track 52 Piece Pack - 100% Compatible with All Major Brands including Thomas Wooden Railway System - By Right Track Toys and you will need one female-female adapter to fit the Lily Pond near the existing pond on the backdrop (I purchased a set: Orbrium Toys Male-Male Female-Female Wooden Train Track Adapters Fits Thomas Brio Chuggington, Pack of 8. The Brio Safari Train is a fun touch as well, especially since the heads 'recline' for going under the tall bridge provided in this set (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GV1AB7Y/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1) Obviously, this is a lot of added expense, but the FP Thomas accessories, in my opinion, are top notch and extremely well-priced (especially on Amazon). And if you know what you can use, you can purchase each one at a time and/or ask for them as gifts for birthdays, holidays, etc. I could not fit the storage garage on the table but it fits well underneath (I put an anti-slip rug mat underneath) and my toddler has no problem taking them out and putting them back, rather than being a part of the action on top. By using these accessories, you will surely lose sight of some of the backdrop provided with this table, and its not a perfect match (my signal crossing sends cars from an off-road position into the 'forest' at the edge of the table) and the Lily Pond partially covers the pond on the backdrop, but my toddler LOVES pressing the buttons and seeing things light-up (especially the search light) and doesn't seem to care about (understand?) the art work provided. My placement of the signal house is not actually connected to the track (improper fit, fittings) and it does modify the track and bridge slightly, but use of SureTrack clipsSuretrack Clips 14 Count help keep everything in its proper place AND the track from moving apart - a MAJOR necessity with a toddler. I actually used fun-tack to keep the track down, but be careful because the oils in the fun-tack can cause the paper of the board beneath the set to tear, potentially ruining the backdrop. I know this review is long, but I hope that it is helpful. I am NOT an expert in wooden trains and I am sure that there are other/better ways to construct this set with these and/or other accessories, but I hope to provide an option for using this table with the Thomas (and/or Brio) accessories, because ultimately that was what I wanted and this table/set provided the ability for me to do that, and I am very, very pleased with the product and hope you enjoy it as much as I am!