A tiny bit stiff but so perfect for laying out and being comfortable even in a small space! We live in a very tiny NYC apartment and this couch is perfect for storage and an extra bed for guests while still making our space feel open and really comfortable. The color is a perfect neutral and we love that there aren’t defined seats on it because then you don’t end up sagging into one part of the couch and it allows more people to fit on it. The best part of the couch, however, is the fact that our puppy who loves digging at all fabric has been totally unable to rip or even snag any threads on this couch!!!!! She has tried VERY hard! If you have pets, this couch is a must!