A reclining sofa looks like a regular sofa but carries a steel mechanism in every seat, which means more weight, more moving parts, and a real need for a third pair of hands.
Pro tip: Photograph the backrest release tabs before detaching them, reclining sofa hinges vary more between brands than standard sofa hardware.
Watch out: A reclining sofa's footrest can release under its own weight if not strapped, springing open and jamming in a doorway mid-carry.