My nail studio didn't allow plumbing so I researched multiple chairs. My criteria for a pedicure chair was: easy access, easy way to sit specially for seniors and folks with mobility issues (it pains me seeing trying to climb a pedicure bowl or chair), comfortable, that could hold heavy people, easy clean up, versatile. I am a nail tech as well as an aesthetician so this chair allows me to do pedicures but also facials and waxing! EVERY wax service. Regardless if you can or cannot have a plumbing chair, get this chair. It fills all the expectations, I love how easy my pedi bowl/cart fits in between and clients are comfortable. They have actually fallen asleep and they like to be pampered. The chair is very lightweight so transporting and setting was super easy. I thought it was going to be more complicated than that. Watch all Youtube videos about this chair as it helped me make an informed decision and I don't regret it.