I wanted a small recliner bc I'm 5'2" & most other recliners swallow me. Plus, who doesn't like a massage? Well, the massage is only in one place (down toward the lower back) where I don't need to be massaged. Bummed about that. It is very narrow across, but it does recline automatically & lifts you out of it, if you need that. It's not the most comfy chair I've ever had, but it is a smaller chair which is the main reason I began looking. The arms are almost not padded @ all but. I liked the free & fast shipping! I wanted this chair to be a bit better.