Editor’s Note: The Kodie is blessedly part of the massive sale going on at Wayfair for Black Friday. After you’ve perused our review, read up on our favorite deals from the Wayfair sale.
- Regular: 34” H X 76.5” W X 35.5” D
Polyester, foam, synthetic fiber, solid and manufactured wood, along with springs within the matress
Made-to-order, so shipping depends on the style of couch you select
Overall Rating: A
Apt2B’s convertible sofa has endless customization options, and it’s the perfect piece of furniture for hosting guests, enjoying meals, having overnight visitors, or cozying up after a long day of work—at least according to content operations manager Livia Caligor. “I can’t imagine living without it,” she told us. “I’m so excited that I can now comfortably host friends visiting on this comfy sleeper sofa—and the best part is that I don’t have to worry about cleaning or damage since it’s so durable.” Housing a queen-size mattress and available in 56 different upholstery options in various colors (free swatches are available to order)—including velvet, textured performance fabric, and flatweave polyester—we think the hardest part is having to decide on just which one to choose.
Editor’s Note: The Avalon is a full 15% off at Apt 2B’s Black Friday sale that spans several of its best-sellers.
- Regular: 79″W x 37″D x 36″H
- Pullout: 79″L x 90″W
56 breathable, hypoallergenic, and stain-resistant upholstery options, wood frame, steel, and an innerspring mattress
Free delivery, orders typically deliver in 2–4 weeks, and white-glove delivery available for $149
Overall Rating: A-
Tired of not getting exactly what you want? Gone are days spending hours on end in search of the ideal sofa bed. BenchMade Modern’s made-to-order process allows prospective shoppers to tailor the size, fill, and upholstery to whatever your heart may desire from the very start, turning that vision of the perfect sofa into a handcrafted reality. Just ask AD Pro editor Mel Studach who told us the “American-made sofa bed exceeds my expectations. It’s plush yet structured, easy to convert to a bed, and in an upholstery that goes against the status quo of the neutral-loving marketplace: Sage velvet! I’m totally smitten.”
Editor’s Note: The MCM sofa bed is 25% off at Benchmade’s ongoing sitewide Black Friday sale.
- Regular: 72″W x 40″D x 37″H
- Pullout: 83″L x 60″W
Polyester and cotton fabrics (including performance fabric options) or leather upholstery, Trillium polyester and foam fill, 7-ply wood frame, solid wood legs, and metal mattress frame
Threshold delivery ($249), white-glove service ($399), and delivery in 3+ weeks
100-day return policy for items in original condition and packaging (10% fee applies for returns made after 14 days of receipt). Shipping costs are nonrefundable.
Overall Rating: A
Whether you’re a student, a studio apartment dweller, or a homeowner with a spare room, the Jarreau Modern sectional sleeper can upgrade any small space at a great budget value (so forget about that drab futon you were considering). A no-frills option that’s easy enough to set up for a movie night or as an extra guest bed, this sectional works seamlessly with most decor styles—whether you prefer midcentury-modern design or Scandi aesthetics. “As the youngest in my family, I’ve slept on many sleeper sofas during family trips, and can honestly say this one holds its own,” tester Stewart Savin told us. It can easily seat three people and a pair can comfortably sleep on the pullout once extended. Plus, after years of use, Stewart’s found it to be a durable seating option that only needs the occasional spot clean and lint roll.
Editor’s Note: As part of Amazon’s dealsfest, this sectional sofa slash sleeper sofa is now 26% off during Cyber Week. Read up on more of our favorite deals from the Amazon sale.
- Regular: 83″W x 53″D x 36″H
- Pullout: 83″W x 53″D
Foam cushions, polyester fiber upholstery, and a wood and steel frame
1-2 weeks from most retailers, typically free to ship, and white-glove delivery available for an additional fee
30-day return window with most retailers (shipping fees may apply)
Best Budget-Friendly Sleeper Sofa:
Dingler 77” Upholstered Sleeper Sofa
Overall Rating: A
The Sixpenny Neva Sleeper Sofa offers a blend of comfort, style, and functionality, making it an ideal addition to any living space. With its full-size design, the sleeper sofa provides ample seating during the day and easily transforms into a comfortable sleeping space at night, making it perfect for hosting guests or accommodating overnight stays. Crafted with high-quality materials, including a sturdy hardwood frame and plush cushions filled with eco-friendly foam and feather blend, the sofa ensures durability and exceptional comfort. Its timeless silhouette and elegant details, such as the tufted back cushions and tapered wooden legs, add a touch of sophistication to any room decor. Additionally, the sofa is customizable with a range of fabric options, allowing for personalization to suit individual tastes and preferences. Whether used as a stylish centerpiece in the living room or as a versatile sleeping solution in a guest room or den, the Sixpenny Neva Sleeper Sofa combines practicality and aesthetics, providing both comfort and elegance for years to come.
- Regular: 72″W x 41″D x 37″H
- Pullout: 72″W x 84″D
Feather down or poly fill, washed cotton velvet, thread-dyed cotton linen, recycled faux fur, and recycled poly linen
10–12 weeks for most orders and 12–14 weeks for custom orders. Shipping is always free and a white-glove delivery costs an additional $100.
Free returns within 30 days of receipt for items in original condition, and a 10% restocking fee for items returned without the original packaging
Overall Rating: A
CB2’s Truffare sleeper sofa was the perfect addition to an office space that former AD editor Rachel Davies was hoping to use as spare guest quarters. Maybe it was the deep-seated cushioning or high-quality materials that won them over, but in any case, the sofa has quickly become one of their favorite lounge spots. “I’m totally in love with and daydream about laying down to read a book at the end of the workday,” said Davies. “I have a sofa in my living room and yet keep returning to this one, and it’s comfortable as a bed for when guests come around, too.”
Editor’s Note: The Truffare is on a special markdown at the CB2 Black Friday sale, which is offering up to 60% off plus free shipping.
- Regular: 79.25″W x 39″D x 31″H
- Pullout: 79.25″L x 92″W
Nomad fabric, velvet (100% polyester), velvet, and boucle options available; Beechwood and engineered hardwood frame, and memory foam mattress
Pricing varies by location (New York–based addresses cost around $247), and typically takes 7-10 days when in stock
30-day return policy for non-custom furniture “in new and resalable condition”
Overall Rating: A
There’s no need for a mattress in your guest room when EQ3’s Reva Sleeper Sectional easily converts to a makeshift bed in the blink of an eye. Plush cushions filled with foam and feathers ensure optimal comfort when sitting while an underlying memory foam mattress guarantees a sound surface that’s perfect for snoozing. “This sectional feels like it might last me a lifetime of melting into it,” said contributor Collier Sutter. This very versatile sofa is available in multiple configurations, including both double and queen sofa sleepers, chaises, and even chaises with hidden storage.
- Regular: 127″W x 65″D x 35″H
- Pulled-out: 127″W x 83″D x 39″H
Fabric, leather, hardwood, stainless steel, and a memory foam mattress
Expect manufacturing time of 8–12 weeks and delivery in 2–4 weeks; doorstep delivery available for $149+
30-day return policy or 90 days for store credit (delivery fees are nonrefundable)
Overall Rating: A
The very Instagrammable Teddy is perhaps the most surprising design on our list, since its Gen Z–friendly appearance challenges the preconceived notions of what a sleeper sofa can look like. One thing to keep in mind is this cuddly queen sleeper sofa takes up a substantial amount of room to maximize sleeping space. A firmer option that’s available in 21 colors, the trendy silhouette earned major style points from contributor Erika Owen. “I love this sleeper for the way it seamlessly wiggles between couch and bed mode,” says Owen. “Within minutes, you can have a really cool-looking bed setup—and it only takes one person to do so.”
- Regular: 79″W x 39.5″D x 27.6″H
- Pulled-out: 79″L x 79″W
Polyester, cold foam, granulate, and a chrome metal frame
Free shipping on orders over $200 from Teak NYC, and a lead time of 8–10 weeks
What to consider when buying a sleeper sofa
What kind of a sleeper sofa are you looking for?
There are three main types of sleeper sofas in the world: Futon-style couches are a less bulky and heavy option where the cushions of the couch fold down to become a surface for sleeping. Pull-out couches are the most traditional and also the heaviest, as they contain a full mattress within an inner cavity, combined with the couch itself. For those, you’ll probably want to request white-glove delivery if you can afford it, as they’ll require some huffing and puffing to transport it into your house. Technically a long chaise or daybed can also function as sleeper sofas, but since those could fall into a separate category, we mostly tested the two former options for this story.
How much room do you have in your home?
Space is one of the biggest considerations you’ll have to weigh when you’re shopping for couches. Depending on the size of your guest room, you may have the square footage for a sprawling pull-out style couch, or need to make do with a fold-down futon for an area with a smaller footprint. Always, always, always measure the designated space you want to slot your new couch (along with your doors!) before trying to squeeze something past the threshold of your home that just won’t fit.
How much support do you need?
Compared to, say, an air mattress (which can be saggy and provide uneven support), a sleeper sofa is typically going to be much more comfortable for your guests to sleep on. It all boils down to the kind of sleeper you are and what support you value, though. Some sleepers might prefer a couch without the dreaded support bar propping up the bed in a pull-out sofa, while others need a real springs-and-all mattress rather than a bricklike futon to lay back on. Consider what types of support you might need in our primer on how to shop for a mattress.
What did we look for in our tests?
There are many factors that went into each of our reviews to give you the insight you need to select the best sleeper sofa for your home. Here’s a peek at our thought process for these standardized reviews we run:
Ordering and Customization Process
Price points, shallow or deep seats, armrests or armless, down seat and back cushions or foam cushioning, and which upholstery to choose—each of the sofas we tested has possibilities. We also documented the lead times and expected delivery timelines for each model.
Couch Delivery and Assembly
Curbside or white-glove delivery, fully assembled or DIY. And, if DIY, how many pieces did the sofa arrive in, and how difficult was the assembly?
We asked some tough functionality questions of each sofa: Is it practical for a modern home? Is the couch kid and/or pet friendly? What are the care and cleaning instructions? And did it look better in real life than in the photos?
We wanted to know just how easy it is to turn these sofas into makeshift mattresses. We asked our testers how difficult it was to figure out how to convert their seats to sleeper mode and how much physical strength it required.
The big question we wanted to answer: Just how well can you sleep on a sleeper sofa? We grilled our testers on what it’s actually like to spend multiple nights snoozing on these bad boys. How plush or firm did the pullout mattress feel? What was the mattress type? Does the couch easily convert into sleeper mode? Is it actually comfortable?
For added comfort, don’t be afraid to throw a mattress topper into the mix. Whether you prefer plush or dream best on hard surfaces, we’ve got recs that can make any sleeper rival your own bed.
Don’t sleep on more Seat Week content:
Check out a few Clever classics that’ll help you sit back and relax.
- Clever’s Seat Week 2024: An essential furniture guide to the best sofas, sectionals, chairs, and more
- The Best Office Chairs: Ergonomic picks tested and reviewed from Herman Miller, Knoll, Amazon, and more
- The Very Best Sectional Sofas, Tested and Reviewed: We shipped the top sectional sofas—left and right chaises, armless, modular, and MCM models from burrow, pottery barn, west Elm, and more—into the homes of Clever contributors to test them firsthand
- Best Affordable Couch Options That Don’t Skimp on Style: We scoured the internet for beautifully designed couches, all under $2,000
- Best Leather Sofas for Stylish Spaces: We’re breaking leather sofas out of the bachelor pad starter kit
- Best Outdoor Sofas to Define Your Exterior Space: Seats and recliners for a poolside oasis, shade-laden backyard, or tight-fitting balcony
