* The Austin Tilt Back Chair is unique, and not like either the recliner or the incliner sofa
* The motion series Austin sofa fits in size between the standard and high back stationary ones.
* Incliners have footrests that come up, the backs slip down slightly but do not recliner back.
* No motion piece will be as durable as a stationary one, the mechanisms are the weak point vs non-motion.
* Yes, I would get the power option. The motors have proven very durable and its rare to replace one.
* Get the battery pack model only if the sofa is floating in the room/ If up to the wall (or near it) stay with the plug in.