I'm 5'3" and have bad knees. My weight is over 300 pounds. I sat on this sofa and it held me well. However, due to my bad knees, it was a little bit challenging getting back up. But, going to see if I can get risers to place under legs of sofa. Bought it for my son and his fiance whom love falling asleep in living room watching TV. They both fit snug on it, but said they were comfortable. My son is 6 foot. It is a good purchase for the price. Looks more modern in living room and leaves a whole lot more space than big reclining sofa I had in there previously.