I don't like the look of change tables, the expense or the fact that all your bits and bobs are on display. I don't know how practical they are once the baby is a bit older/wriggly and you have to (I imagine) have one hand on baby and reach down for wipes/nappies etc.

So I just got a $30 change mat and put it on the chest of drawers. Works well for us and I really like the fact that it's not another piece of furniture cluttering up the house. Now DD is a bit older she does try to get into the top drawer when I reach in there but I just give her a toy to play with instead and I think the wriggle factor is something that you have to contend with no matter which option you go for.

But you could always get a mat and if it doesn't work for you then 'upgrade' to the change table later. Just see how you go.