It's so much nicer than I could have hoped!  We were very hesitant to order without seeing in person, and I can't wait to order another one for ME!  Seats firmly and very comfortable!  I love the motorized recliner, the hand recliners have a tendency to not stay in place for my husband when he leans back in them.  We couldn't be happier!  Plenty of room for the dogs to sit in the recliner with us!