Actual futons are terrible. I believe the renowned comic Jim Gaffigan refers to them as "like sleeping on a grill." Well, dear readers, fear not. There are no grill-like tendencies with this futon. It looks like an actual couch, feels like an actual couch, quacks like an actual couch. I also just got a kitten and the suede cover is remarkably forgiving. I do wish the color was a little more "grey" and a little less "sage," but it's not that bad. It's also very comfortable and the bed it creates is sizable and fits two people comfortably. Assembly took no time at all and done pretty easily by yourself, but even more so with two people. The pillow cover texture took me some getting used to, but they're fine.
This couch is perfect for your first apartment or library/guest room/poolside lounge with some plastic on top.