I really like the look of this sofa, but it's not as comfortable due to the low back. The low back rest makes for terrible back support. The back rest sits about midway on the back cushions, so when you lean back the cushion leans over the back edge of the back rest. I don't have the sofa up against a wall though, it may be better when there's wall support behind. It helps when there's a pillow behind your lumbar so you sit more straight up. I am also usually lying down on the sofa anyway. The sofa bed is comfortable, definitely more firm (I prefer the firmness though). I love the storage under the chaise part as well. Overall, I love the look of the sofa, but it's not a sofa you can sink into if you're looking for that type.