This chair is perfect!  I am 5'8 and husband is 6'2 and the length of the foot extender is perfect.  We also are happy with the head support-- the back reaches about halfway up my head and you can sink into it to fully support your head when reclining (this was a big factor for us when thinking about a chair).  Small space so the recliner was definitely necessary to negate the need for an ottoman, the chair does not rock in the reclining position but this was not a make or break factor for us.  The rocking/gliding motion in the upright position is extremely smooth (even though we have it partially on a rug, partially off).  The fabric is extremely soft, and cushions very comfortable (not too firm but good support).  One of the few we could find in this price range and in this color, couldn't be happier.