Very low backed set, but I was specifically looking for something with a low back to as not to impede the view of our pool. On the smaller side - wish there was an option to buy additional armless chair and ottoman. Assembly was pretty easy - although a few parts were not labeled. We unpacked and separated all the parts for each piece, and only had to disassemble and reassemble one piece when we chose the incorrect unlabeled part. Wish the cushions were more substantial. Not super plush or comfy - I temporarily solved the problem by adding additional padding under each cushion.