Not bad for a sleeper sofa - I don't think it has a bar, but it certainly has something hard about a third of the way from the top that runs lengthwise when the sofa is in the sleeper position. It hits me in the mid back and isn't ideal. We bought a 2 inch foam topper that seems to help, and it works well for short-term guests.

But buyers, do take note - the gray color isn't as neutral as it appears. It's more of a darker blue gray than a warm gray.