Real couch! Its way heavier than I imagined it to be, which is good! Because the couch I had before, I could pick it up and move it myself. I have ceramic flooring and the couch doesnt move! Its comfortable, so much so that I fall asleep on it every night! I love the throw pillows that come with it, as well! You wont regret this purchase. My pregnant sister loves to sleep on it, too.