Two problems. 1) the back sways a lot, and doesn’t feel solid when in the sofa position and 2) when in the futon position there’s a very perceptible raised crevice down the center of the futon, meaning that if you lie on the futon you can really feel it. You can, however, use an inflatable twin mattress and lay it on the futon. From a style prescribe it looks just like the picture so it’s not a bad looking piece of furniture, especially if you’re just starting out.