Most power lift recliners listed on Amazon have a description hurried deep in the listing that says it is for people less than 5' 10" tall. There are very few designed for people over this height.
I looked at everything available on Amazon to chairs a retail stores and online.
Heat, massage, USB chargers, cup holders are all features that take away from the actual quality of the power lift mechanism. These features always fail on "regular recliners" and will NOT perform any different on the "power lift"
So after many weeks of research, this Ashley Signature shows up. This particular "Grey" fabric model being several hundred dollars less than the same chair in another color.
Instead of heat and massage, it has 2 motors. The first motor operates the recliner back (which will fold back to a sleeping position). The second motor operates the lifting mechanism and foot rest. The operation is controlled by a wired "wand" that has lit buttons (4 of them) that control the recliner functions. There is also a USB connection at the top of the wand which can be used for charging a phone or other lite duty electrical component. The construction of the wand is superior to many high end electronic remotes.
The motors are silent, the mechanism is oversized and heavy duty. The chair moves very smooth.
Next, comfort. The chair itself is big and roomy. The first thing we noticed taking it out of the box was the size and thickness of the upholstery springs, and how heavy the support structure is built compared to other recliners. Everything is heavy steel with lots of polished stainless fasteners or critical components. Everything, even the foot levels are massive compared to other chairs.
Sitting in the chair, the seat is stiff and we'll supported. The back has lots of support but cradles the back. The whole chair has a feeling, that as it "settles in" it will not sag, but actually become more comfortable.
I have had this chair for 3 days and I am happy with my purchase. More than this, I feel I have found the best chair available and feel it will last me for many years.
I will all an update when needed.
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I am very disappointed in this recliner after 15 months. As seems typical of Ashley furniture to us cheap filler on their seat cushions. The seat on this chair (while looking "overstuffed" originally) is now no longer usable. The cushion is non-exsistant having conpressd from nearly 5" to now nothing, I am sitting on wood cross members, basically making this chair unusable. The frame is also starting to warp.
I purchased the furniture warranty and this isn't covered.
This chair has not been abused nor has it been sat in by anyone even close to the recommended weight (max user weight 200lbs)
The chair's cushion is not easy to get to so it would be difficult to restuff yourself, and furntiture repair shops are quoting pricing that is more than the chair costs just to add or replace the foam.
I cant afford to buy another recliner, so I am forced to try and restuff myself.
This chair is not worth the money spent. Beware, you will be happy at first, but soon will be disappointed in the long run.
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| material | Polyester, Metal | Leather, Engineered Wood | Faux Leather | Textile | Polyester, Engineered Wood | Textile |
| style | Contemporary | Recliner | 0 | — | Contemporary | Modern |
| weight | 126 pounds | 148 pounds | 120 pounds | 133 pounds | 117 pounds | 137 pounds |
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It's a good fit to most, well constructed and better comfort than most
It's firm supportive and my wife loves it, she's recovering from a broke femur and had to be completely assisted sitting and reclining and getting out of other recliner, but with this new Ashley Ernestine power lift she can do all that any time day or night by herself and helped give her ability to relax without calling me for help.It's not a small tight fit on most people, it's actually roomier than my _azyBoy recliner; I'm 5'11" 230 and not small, my wife similar in size just a bit shorter; there is room around hips and legs and I have tried to capture that in pics also the head cushion is comfortably tall enough and the reason I bring that up is several has criticized size as being short and too small. I think this recliner is roomie enough yet firm fitting. I went into a Ashley store and sat in a Yandel lift chair which I thought just felt to snug and not good lumbar support and I gambled on the Ernestine being more comfortable. It's the best value for the price I think you'll be able to find.It is duel motor meaning you'll be able to elevate legs without reclining if you want, and so back has a separate button to reclineThe Shipping time was a bit of concern with me but they actually got it here 2-3 days Earlier so that was a blessing and thats why i wanted to go thru Amazon because i had concerns that my local store would take months to ship, don't ask why but that's the way it is around here.I wished it was packaged a bit better, it's a scary thought when it arrives and box is close to coming apart, I took a pic just in case of damage but it was in perfect shape as i unpacked it; and it will be too much for most to handle getting inside, so recruit a grandson or Grandaughter. I have a good knowledge of solving problems in manufacturing and so don't get frustrated in assembly just take your time and it will go together just fine. I have CH Failure and it takes me longer to do things so I'd rate this a bit challenging for many older and frail seniors.Would I do it again? Most defiantly! big money saverAlso just a side note I wish the company or Amazon would work with seniors to provide paperwork so we could get reimbursed by Medicare, that would help their sales tooHope this helps your decision
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Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2022
On delivery day, I met the UPS driver in the driveway and I said, “I don’t like the way that box looks!” It was obvious the box had been shipped and returned at least once, probably more. As I unpacked the chair, I knew it had been used. This grossed me out and further added to my extremely stressful situation. There was something red and greasy on the white covering and arm rests. The fabric was somewhat matted and the whole thing stunk!! I should have sent it back, but I needed a chair and this was my only option. 😢
It was easy to assemble, and I did it myself in about 15 minutes. It lifts my husband to a near-standing position, which is necessary after open-heart surgery because you can’t use your arms to lift for about eight weeks. It’s comfortable enough, but not really made for tall men. My husband is 6’3” and his legs hang way past the footrest.
In summary, I don’t think I’ve ever written a negative review for a product; I don’t really enjoy hurting someone’s livelihood. I felt so sad and violated when this chair arrived, I felt compelled to let others know. Obviously, anyone that orders an electric lift chair has some kind of life-altering condition, and a little more consideration shouldn’t be too much to ask, especially when it costs more than $700.
Color: GreyVerified Purchase
I knew something was wrong the minute the box was arrived!
Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2022
My husband had open-heart surgery, so I had to get an electric lift chair fast, and no one is faster than Amazon, right? (I ordered this particular chair for my dad three years prior, and he was happy with it, so it would have to do).Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2022
On delivery day, I met the UPS driver in the driveway and I said, “I don’t like the way that box looks!” It was obvious the box had been shipped and returned at least once, probably more. As I unpacked the chair, I knew it had been used. This grossed me out and further added to my extremely stressful situation. There was something red and greasy on the white covering and arm rests. The fabric was somewhat matted and the whole thing stunk!! I should have sent it back, but I needed a chair and this was my only option. 😢
It was easy to assemble, and I did it myself in about 15 minutes. It lifts my husband to a near-standing position, which is necessary after open-heart surgery because you can’t use your arms to lift for about eight weeks. It’s comfortable enough, but not really made for tall men. My husband is 6’3” and his legs hang way past the footrest.
In summary, I don’t think I’ve ever written a negative review for a product; I don’t really enjoy hurting someone’s livelihood. I felt so sad and violated when this chair arrived, I felt compelled to let others know. Obviously, anyone that orders an electric lift chair has some kind of life-altering condition, and a little more consideration shouldn’t be too much to ask, especially when it costs more than $700.
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Gerrie Daley
The seat isn’t as deep as most chairs, really good for people with shorter legs.
Reviewed in Canada on August 19, 2022Color: GreyVerified Purchase
James Bond
Work once now is stuck all the way UP, NO Warranty if bought on Amazon !
Reviewed in Canada on November 7, 2023Color: GreyVerified Purchase
James Bond
Reviewed in Canada on November 7, 2023
Tested lift function, chair went up up up now will NOT go down. Back still reclines even with it tipped way forward. Checked every connection, every wire, reread directions, nothing helped. the chair is DOA !!!
Used all of 2 minutes and is now useless.
Help number is in USA and no use in Canada (Asks for Zip code). Amazon provided zero support other than to returning the 142 lbs chair myself for $633.99 shipping.
** Contacted countless Ashley Furniture numbers and discovered they DO NOT honour any Warranty from Amazon.ca (third party) purchases ! All in all a terrible experiance.
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RNGriffin
Power cuts in and out. Chair only a year old. UPDATE: Now the metal lift bar is broken.
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