You do get what you pay for lol. It looks like a beautiful couch, it is functionally what it says.  But yea the other reviews are right. It is very stiff. And definitely more for decoration in an area you dont use often. If you do use it as a sleeper for guests, I recommend getting a foam topper you can store away in the storage compartment. It’s really that stiff. And not sure if others have this issue, but it falls apart easily lol. If you were to need to move it often for vacuuming or what have you, be gentle. Since there are no screws, the arm rests can pop right up if lifted. I still think it works perfect in the space I have it, but wish I had invested in something a bit better.