For the price this set is pretty amazing. They do not feel like cheap leather at all. I gave them 4 stars because mine came with about a one inch tear in the leather. However the tear was covered up by the attached arm. I also gave a 4 star rating instead of a five because the back flaps that cover all the mechanisms up are uneven and not cut to the right size. Since they are uneven and not cut right they aren't staying attached well and do not cover the complete back. If these were against the wall It wouldn't bother me but since they are in a large room neither one are against a wall. The couches are stiff I prefer a little more sink but I feel like with any other furniture they just need to be broke in. All recline great with no issue. The cup holders are great and the large couches middle section flips down with cup holders also. All in all for the price these are great. Just received them today so we will see how they hold up to the little children and the pets.