This is a great LITTLE futon sofa. Keeping in mind that this is equivalent to a twin bed, the back of the sofa does not sit high. When sitting on it, your shoulders will be above the back of the sofa. It works perfectly for our sitting room as we will use it on occasion and for kids friends at sleepover. It folds down to a decent size bed and is pretty comfortable to lay on. Quality is there. Not a shiny cheap faux leather which is great. For what it is, its excellent.