While I am taller than is best for this chair, I need the capacity and expect with that to have durability. The back sits more upright than most and I like that., while reclining pretty low as the better ones do. It pushes into the reclining position easier than any other zero-gravity chair that I have owned or used. The locking mechanism is the most convenient, is more comfortable with the longer lever, and seems to lock into a more stable position than other chairs. It does take a little effort to get both locks fully secure. I had to wiggle a little to get the second lock secured., but once I knew it was easy. The cushion is a nice add, but it is not fabulous. Maybe I will like it better over time. The side table is small but fine for a drink and most phones. Maybe the biggest phones will not go into that rectangular pocket.