The recliner replaced one that my dogs chewed  up the wires controlling heat and massage. I love it. It has a larger seat, is mechanically controlled, has a lift mode which is great because weeks before it was delivered I severely fractured my ankle and cannot put any weight on it. My only disappointment was a month delay in the delivery. Although it was in stock when I placed the order the status became backordered. I almost cancelled my order and would have if I had found another large seat massage and lift recliner online but I am glad I didn't