Comfortable chair. It took me 15 mins to assemble. The installation manual included in the box is very useful. Additionally there is a video link provided which shows in details how to assemble the parts. The chair reclines fine. These are a great bargain, but not cheaply made. Because the armrests are all synthetic, there is less likelihood that they will wear out, unlike fabric.  The seat is soft, but it is too soft to be used for long periods of time. So I wouldn't recommend it for 8 hour office uses and such.