I love the appearance of this couch! I also appreciate that it is basically the longest sleeper couch on the market, which is nice for tall guests. The back can be placed in 3 positions upright, partially reclined (pictured) and fully reclined. In the upright position it is very stiff and not great for lounging. However, we keep it in the partially reclined position and have added six 24 memory foam throw pillows. This addition makes it much more comfortable and usable. As a sleeper, I recommend laying down a memory foam topper below your sheet for a little extra cushion. Another bit of advice would be to tighten the legs after the first couple of days of use.