Are lift-top coffee tables actually worth it?

Across specialist communities like r/InteriorDesign and r/furniture, owners broadly say yes for small apartments and work-from-couch use, citing convenient hidden storage and a raised surface for eating or working. The recurring caveats are that these tables are heavy, have a larger footprint, and that the lift mechanism quality varies, so reviewers stress checking that the gas-strut or hydraulic system is well reviewed before buying.