Updated on Aug. 19, 2024
The best sleeper sofas offer comfortable and functional solutions to maximize your living area. Shop the top options on the market to transform any living space.
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The best sleeper sofas offer both seating and sleeping options in one functional and stylish piece of furniture. These sofas typically have a hidden mattress stored underneath the seat cushions, which can be pulled out and unfolded to create a sleeping surface. Whether you’re hosting guests overnight or looking to maximize a small living space, the best sleeper sofas can be a game-changer for any home.
“There are a few things to look at when it comes to a sleeper sofa,” says Lisa Beach, Director of Operations at BenchMade Modern. First, consider how it looks when the mattress is folded in. Is it the design and style of sofa you want in your space? Don’t overlook what’s inside, though. “Comfort is key,” she says. “Check what the mattress is made from, and if there are any bars or springs that will create discomfort.” With so many options on the market, we’re here to help you find the perfect fit for your home.
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This simple yet chic sleeper sofa from Pottery Barn lands at the top of our list for its overall quality and comfortable memory foam mattress. The 5-in. thick mattress is gel infused for cooling effects. This sleeper sofa comes in twin, full and queen sizes, and you can choose from bench-seat, 2-seat and 3-seat options. Plus, the Cameron Sleeper Sofa is available in over 100 different fabric and color options, so you can find the combination that best suits your style.
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For an affordable option that still provides a huge bang for your buck, look no further than the Monroe Sleeper Sofa. For a little more than $500, you get a lightweight sofa that unfolds into a full-size bed. The square arms work as space savers in less-than-ideal-sized rooms, and the fabric of the sofa is durable and easy to clean.
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This adorable sleeper sofa features a sleek profile with piped edges and square cushions. It’s designed to look like compact lounge seating, but it packs the punch of a pullout full- or twin-size sleeper (you choose). Plus, the seat cushion flips up to become a headboard!
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This clean-lined sectional has a trundle that pulls out to create a full-sized sleeping area. High-gauge springs offer extra cushion support on this sleeper sofa, and its sleek simplicity is sure to work in any room of your house.
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For an ultra-stylish, minimalist option to match most home decor, choose the Harmony Sleeper Sectional. With foam core cushions and a queen-size, gel-infused foam mattress, it’s one of the comfiest options we’ve seen. The lift-up storage under the chaise section is a multitasking bonus, offering the perfect storage solution for bedding and extra pillows.
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Turn any room into a functional guest room with this ultra-comfortable La-Z-Boy sleep sofa. The queen-sized mattress is 5-1/2-in. thick and features a quilted innerspring design.
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This floor sleeper sofa is a great compact option to make any small space or apartment stylish on a budget. The velvet sofa opens into a roomy twin-size bed. At only 26 pounds, it’s an easy piece of furniture to move around, too. The arched back makes it a trendy piece for any room.
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This new leather sleeper sofa from Pottery Barn adds a touch of class. You can choose from nearly 40 different natural leathers and three different sizes: Twin, full and queen. This leather sleeper sofa features a contemporary silhouette and 5-1/2-in. foam mattress.
I’m a national award-winning writer and journalist who specializes in outdoor trends, interior design, home decor and gardening. As an Associate Shopping Editor at Family Handyman, I’m well-versed in researching products and recommending the best designs to suit various needs.
For this article, we also consulted Lisa Beach, who is a product expert and the Director of Operations at BenchMade Modern. Beach has worked at BenchMade Modern for nearly a decade, studying the design and functionality of different types of upholstered furniture. She’s held several roles at the company, including Operations Manager, Customer Experience Manager and Design Advisor.
To find the very best sleeper sofas on the market, we did a combination of hands-on testing and heavy analysis. We slept on some of these options either in our own homes or in friends’ homes. After that, we sifted through reviews for the most popular sleeper sofas on the market from retailers like West Elm, Pottery Barn, La-Z-Boy and others. The result? The best sleeper sofas to make your guests feel like they’re getting a five-star treatment.
