All arrived with cracks, scratches and nicks. --i love they dry quicker than any other water shoe Ive ever had. The bigger/better the wall anchors you use, the more weight you can put on the pole. im not looking to push them into my brain, but the better they seal, they better they sound, so i like to get them tucked in. Battery life seems to be slightly better than the packaging indicates. Not bad. These slipper boots are very nicely made. The unit, does in fact, pick up WIFI from a distance. Highly recommended if you are looking to add BT capability to an older audio device. One last thing--these sandals dont have the best arch support; the insole is quite flat.