Love this recliner. The faux leather is beautiful. I wouldn't say that it is "super" soft,  but is soft enough, yet firm and well made. Only negative I have for it is that the footrest could be stronger. When I recliner the chair and raise the footrest, it sinks back down 3-4in under the weight of my feet. It will not lock tightly in place when raised. That's why I gave 4☆ instead of 5. Still,  it's a beautiful piece of furniture.