If you’re looking for comfortable seating furniture, a recliner is an excellent choice. This chair allows you to lie back, swing, and elevate your feet, so you won’t have to stay in the same sitting position for a long time. This freedom of movement can improve blood circulation while providing ample support for people with mobility issues, including pregnant women and the elderly. 

What’s the Difference Between Manual & Power Recliners?

When you go to the furniture store for a reclining chair, you’ll be faced with an immediate decision—manual or power recliner? Choosing between these two styles often comes down to convenience.

The main difference lies in how they’re operated. The manual recliner uses a traditional pull lever to adjust the seat and might require your body weight to push back the chair’s backrest. On the other hand, a power reclining chair comes with electric components and switches, making it possible to adjust the chair position with the press of a button.

What Factors Should You Consider When Choosing?

Cost

Because it doesn’t have electrical components, a manual recliner is generally less expensive than its power counterpart. If your budget is limited, it may be more practical to opt for a manual chair.

Insurance

Though it’s pricier, a power reclining chair could be covered by insurance as a medical device. If it’s for a senior or a person with a disability who wouldn’t be able to operate the manual version, the ease of a motorized model, especially when considered in a health care context, is a powerful selling point. 

Durability 

Manual reclining chairs don’t have internal electric components. For this reason, fewer parts will need repair in the long run. However, it’s also more susceptible to wear and tear due to the hand lever’s vigorous operation.

If you’re looking for the right recliner to suit your needs, check out the selections at Bova Contemporary Furniture in the Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, areas. Serving clients since 1985, this family-owned business offers a wide range of pieces—from living room furniture to bedroom sets and contemporary sofas. The first Bova store opened in Denmark in 1980, and the brand has been a go-to supplier of Scandinavian-style furnishings ever since. Call (513) 247-9100 or visit their website to explore their collection. Take a virtual tour of their store from the comfort of your own home.