12 of the best sofa beds for a comfortable, space-saving and stylish spare bed solution

Pros:

• Not a fan of the yellow? Fret not: it's available in tonnes of colours and fabrics.
• You can order up to six free fabric swatches ahead of time to help you make your decision.

Cons:

• To be honest, there aren't really any downsides worth noting.

Customers are saying: N/A

GLAMOUR star rating: 5/5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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Greta XL Sofa Bed

£799 at Urban Outfitters

• Sizes - XL and 2 seater sofa bed sizes.
• Upholstery options - Seven options, including corduroy.
• Product dimensions - 208.2cm x 105.9cm x 78.2cm.
• Warranty - “We guarantee the quality of our furniture (free of manufacture defect) for up to one year from purchase.” From the brand's returns and exchanges page.
• Delivery/lead time - 2-3 weeks.
• Average customer feedback rating - 3.3/5.

Why we love it: Considering that Urban Outfitters is known for its furniture appealing to a younger audience, this leather sofa bed is surprisingly grow-up and elegant. With its legless design, deep green hue and padded back, it makes for a chic and comfortable addition to any home.

Pros:

• It's extra-large in size, and the inner metal structure allows you to sit upright, half-reclined or completely flat. Ideal for lounging or getting a full night's sleep.
• Ready to deliver now.

Cons:

• It comes in one piece, so it might be tricky to get up a small staircase or to an upper-floor flat. Besides that, reviews are glowing.

Customers are saying: Super spacious, both in terms of sleeping area and as an upright sofa.

GLAMOUR star rating: 4.5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨

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Felix Velvet Chesterfield Sofa Bed

£599 at Dunelm

• Sizes - One size.
• Upholstery options - Four fabrics.
• Product dimensions - 82.5cm x 227.3cm x 86.3cm.
• Warranty - One-year guarantee.
• Delivery/lead time - Around 7 days.
• Average customer feedback rating - 4/5.

Why we love it: Chesterfield sofas are a great way to add a bit of a more masculine feel to any interiors space. We can't put our fingers on why, but they just are. This one, with a reclining backrest, foam filled seat cushions and coils for extra back and spinal support is so reasonably priced for its high-quality appearance, we're almost doubting it's correct…

Pros:

• Delivery as quick as five days.
• Backrest moves to a lounging, as well as sleeping position.

Cons:

• Shorter guarantee than similar models from competitor retailers.
• All bar one colourway out of stock.

Customers are saying: N/A

GLAMOUR star rating: 4.75/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (we're really impressed from a value for money POV)

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Swyft Model 04 Large 3 Seater Double Sofa Bed

£2,345 at John Lewis & Partners

• Sizes - One size.
• Upholstery options - 10 options, including velvet sofa bed upholstery.
• Product dimensions - 86cm x 208cm x 89cm.
• Warranty - 15-year frame guarantee.
• Delivery/lead time - 5 working days.
• Average customer feedback rating - 5/5.

Why we love it: Seating three people and sleeping two, Swyft' Model 04 Large three-seater double sofa bed is the best sofa bed-in-a-box on the market. Stocked on John Lewis, it's available in seven different upholstery options - from this chic vine velvet to brick velvet or pumice linen. When it comes to design, this sofa bed is stylish and contemporary - particularly in the velvet upholstery options - and the fabric itself is woven with stain-resistant threads which make it easy to wipe down. Tea stains are no longer a concern.

Pros:

• Swyft's sofa bed is comfortable (albeit a tad firm) and it has an integrated storage compartment to store bedding or whatever else you need to stash away.
• It comes flat-packed in four different sections. This makes it the perfect choice if you live up a flight of stairs, or want to construct your sofa bed on the first floor.
• Swyft now make additional footstool modules to add onto your purchase, so you can move your sofa bed into whatever configuration best suits your space.
• Continuing to sing its praises, it comes with one of the best mattresses for a sofa bed - it's pocket sprung!

Cons:

• You do have to assemble this sofa bed yourself, but it's pretty simple. So simple, in fact, that you don't need any tools. You've got the “Swyft-lok” locking mechanism to thank for that.

Customers are saying: Really comfy, removable arms are handy and it's so easy to put together.

GLAMOUR tested review: "Having assembled this sofa ourselves and used it for several months, we've been wowed by the quality. It was so easy to assemble, you really don't need to be a DIY pro, and the pocket sprung mattress is comfy for sitting and sleeping. If it weren't for the high-ticket price point, we'd be over the moon! Still, it's certainly an investment piece that's worth the money."

GLAMOUR star rating: 4.5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨

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Logan Double Sofa Bed

£499 at Marks and Spencer

• Sizes - Single, small double and double sofa bed sizes.
• Upholstery options - Four fabrics and colours.
• Product dimensions - 135cm x 78cm x 89cm (for double size).
• Warranty - M&S' entire range of sofa beds and indoor furniture includes a 10-year guarantee.
• Delivery/lead time - 1 week.
• Average customer feedback rating - N/A.

Why we love it: Coming in at under £400, this affordable choice doesn't compromise style. The velvet trend isn't going anywhere anytime soon – so we'd recommend getting your mitts on this sumptuous double fold-out sofa bed while you still can.

Pros:

• The fold-out design is easy to manoeuvre.
• Delivered within 4 weeks.

Cons:

• Partial assembly is required with this sofa bed
• There are a few parts that will require a screwdriver.

Customers are saying: N/A

GLAMOUR star rating: 4/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Evesham Sofa Bed

£2,589 at Swoon

• Sizes - One size.
• Upholstery options - 88 materials and colours.
• Product dimensions - 150cm x 183cm x 10cm.
• Warranty - “For a period of 5 years from delivery, the frame of any Product from our Bespoke Sofa Range shall be free from material defects caused by faulty workmanship or faulty materials." From Swoon's terms of business page.
• Delivery/lead time - 8-10 weeks.
• Average customer feedback rating - N/A.

Why we love it: Genuinely really comfortable and complete with a king-sized bed (!) tucked away inside, this sofa bed is one of the more premium options on the market.

Pros:

• It has a boxy structure and soft and supportive foam cushions which retain their shape even after many guests have slept on them.
• Medium-soft comfort - not as common as you might like in sofa beds.

Cons:

• To be honest, there aren't really any cons worth noting with this model.

Customers are saying: N/A

GLAMOUR star rating: 4.5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ (would be a 5 if it weren't for the price!)

Hudson Click Clack Sofa Bed

£499 £319 at Dusk

Specifications:

• Sizes - One size.
• Upholstery options - 2 fabric sofa bed options, upholstered in velvet or linen look material.
• Product dimensions - 206cm x 80.5cm x 86.5cm
• Warranty - No mention in brand t&cs.
• Delivery/lead time - No free delivery, £12.99 fee for arrival within 3-7 working days.
• Average customer feedback rating - 4/5.

Why we love it: A best-selling top pick thanks to its competitive price point and stylish sofa appearance, Dusk’s Hudson click clack design settee makes for a minimalist guest bed, not to mention providing 3 seats for everyday use.

Pros:

1. Boasts a more luxe and high-end offering than its similarly priced competitors, Wayfair and Amazon.
2. For 2-in-1 spare room sofas-come-guest beds, the underneath visibility afforded by the delicate metal legs creates the illusion of extra floor space around its surrounding bedroom furniture. A good choice for modest-size rooms.

Cons:

1. Click clack mechanism means you’ll need to pull the sofa out in order to access the sleeping surface.
2. While you can return the product in its original packaging within 28 days, this does mean you won’t be able to trial the product, nor will you have the opportunity to see it in-store. That said, customers on the whole are pleased with the product.

Customers are saying: Amazing - looks just as pictured and is easy to set up.

GLAMOUR tested review: GLAMOUR's Commerce Writer, Denise Primbet says - "This 3-seater sofa bed (which, by the way, I've without-hassle been using as a 4 seater) is constantly going in and out of stock and it's absolutely no surprise. From the enviable design to the plush fibre filling, I've thoroughly enjoyed this sofa's addition into my living room, so much so that my husband and I have been fighting over who has to sit on our old (hard as nails) chaise sofa. Plus, for the price? I'm seriously tempted to buy another for our home office-come-spare room.

GLAMOUR star rating: 4/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Habitat Roma Small Double Velvet Chairbed - Sage Green

£370 at Argos

• Sizes - Single and small double.
• Upholstery options - Seven options.
• Product dimensions - 81cm x 101cm x 90cm.
• Warranty - Two year manufacturer's frame guarantee.
• Delivery/lead time - 15 days approx.
• Average customer feedback rating - 4.25/5.

Why we love it: Since Made.com was acquired by next, we've been looking for a replacement for our beloved Haru chairbed, and this one is just the ticket. Minimalist, non-intrusive and a two-in-one space saving armchair (sans arms), we're made up with this one.

Pros:

• In terms of assembly, you'll only need to put on the feet.
• Relatively fast delivery within two weeks.

Cons:

• Professional clean only - no removable/washable cushion covers.
• Made in China, so not the most eco-friendly on the travel miles front.

Customers are saying: Takes up minimal space, is pretty comfy - even comfier with a mattress topper - and is easy to put up.

GLAMOUR star rating: 4.5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨

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John Lewis & Partners Sansa Scroll Arm Sofa Bed with Storage

£1,399 at John Lewis & Partners

• Sizes - One size.
• Upholstery options - Choice of 134 fabrics and colours, including chenille.
• Product dimensions - 84cm x 251cm x 152cm.
• Warranty - Includes 15-year frame guarantee.
• Delivery/lead time - 12 weeks.
• Average customer feedback rating - 3.25/5.

Why we love it: Sure, this corner sofa bed is a bit of an investment...but it's a pretty faultless piece of furniture, making the heftier price tag justified. During the day, it's a gorgeously firm family-sized sofa with more than enough space for three adults.

Pros:

• If you've got guests to stay, it converts into a large double bed with very little effort. You simply pull out the drawer which is hidden nicely under the two-seater section of the sofa, and up pops a mattress.
• Includes drawers for storing blankets and bedding. Genius.

Cons:

• It's pretty firm, and some reviewers reported that they needed to buy a bespoke mattress topper to fit the sleeping space.
• Extended 12-week delivery time (plus the potential for extra given current delays).

Customers are saying: Sofa cushions are plush and comfy, and the hidden storage is a great addition.

GLAMOUR star rating: 4.5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨

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George Corner Sofa Bed

£2,543 at Cocoon

• Sizes - One size, LHF or RHF.
• Upholstery options - Choice of 4 fabrics and 44 colours, plus custom design options with your fabric.
• Product dimensions - 94cm x 249cm x 150cm.
• Warranty - From the brand: “12-month supplier-backed product guarantee from the date of delivery, which covers any fault of a manufacturing nature.”
• Delivery/lead time - 28 days on average, accept during factory holidays.
• Average customer feedback rating - 4.8/5.

Why we love it: Rare is it that you find an interiors brand where every step from shop to sit has been so thoroughly thought out. With Cocoon, you won't only be investing in a 2-in-1 sofa-come-bed, but one that's been designed to provide pressure relief through the night for buyers both tall and small, and one that'll offer you oodles of storage plus actually easy one-touch assembly. The George can be switched from a LHF to a RHF sofa with minimal fuss and it'll grant guests staying over a generous king size and pocket sprung mattress - now that sounds pukka.

Pros:

• For a surcharge, you can even buy a Cocoon-brand fitted sheet, designed specifically to hug the corners of your Cocoon sofa specifically.
• Includes not one but two under bed storage compartments.
• Boasts a plush pocket sprung mattress.
• Is modular and, as such, will fit through small openings and entryways.
• Delivery prices starting from free, depending on your location and which floor of your property you'll need the product delivered to.

Cons:

• It's firmer than some sofa beds, but this means it can hold a greater weight for taller and heavier guests, not to mention providing greater pressure relief and support for back, neck and shoulder pain.
• Factory holidays can cause delays in delivery, but this is communicated clearly and we at GLAMOUR are very pro about the idea of a healthy working culture behind the sofa manufacturing scenes.

Customers are saying: It's sturdy, promises guests a great night's sleep and delivery was swift. It's also super comfy to sit on on the day to day and some buyers even reported their ease in getting into loft spaces. All-round happy customers.

GLAMOUR tested review: GLAMOUR's interiors writer Lucy Smith says, “Not only did my delivery driver unpack the sofa on arrival to check that each piece was in tact and up to scratch but, upon assembly, I was in awe at the time in which it took me to have the full unit set up. Mere minutes, reader. While I had been informed that the sofa would be a more medium-firm feel to sleep on, in this department, too, I was pleasantly surprised. Supportive, yes, but hard? Absolutely not. The George sofa bed combines the perfect level of squish to sturdiness, keeping my body weight evenly distributed while also allowing for a slight amount of sunken slumber. All in all, from the ultra high-quality appearance, to the generous storage space, to the comfort, to the stress-free delivery (the list goes on…) this sofa bed from Cocoon has been a success from start to finish. I can't recommend it enough.”

GLAMOUR star rating: 4.75/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

ANYDAY Show Wood Bench Large 3 Seater Sofa Bed

£499 at John Lewis & Partners

Specifications:

• Sizes - One size.
• Upholstery options - 1 main sofa + back cushion upholstery option in green cord.
• Product dimensions - 79cm x 204cm x 87cm.
• Warranty - 15-year guarantee on pretty much all John Lewis living room furniture that you can sit on (e.g. sofas and armchairs).
• Delivery/lead time - 7-day delivery approx.
• Average customer feedback rating - N/A.

Why we love it: A best-seller at Conde Nast, John Lewis’ Show Wood 3-seater fabric sofa bed boasts a minimalist design with echoes of retro 70s interiors in its tapered legs. Be it for a multifunctional tv-room-come-guest-room or merely an extra bed on top of your main sofa, we’re big fans of all the options at your disposal with this piece.

Pros:

1. Competitively priced with its pine-plywood makeup at sub-£500.
2. Legs are removable to help you manoeuvre it from room to room, should you need.

Cons:

1. Only folds out into a single sofa bed mattress.
2. No back cushions, so we’d recommend accessorising with some of the best cushions for scattering.

Customers are saying: N/A.

GLAMOUR star rating: 4/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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John Lewis Duplet Daybed

£999 at John Lewis & Partners

• Sizes - One size.
• Upholstery options - 134 to choose from.
• Product dimensions - 48cm x 203cm x 76cm.
• Warranty - 15-year frame guarantee.
• Delivery/lead time - 14 weeks.
• Average customer feedback rating - 3.25/5.

Why we love it: If you ask us, this daybed from John Lewis would look smashing in a hallway as a spot for putting shoes, hats and scarves on. If you can't accept all the moving of the bed (from the hallway to your desired sleep destination etc.) that would likely come as part and parcel of that suggestion, that's totally understandable, so why not let the interest free credit payment plan twist your arm instead…

Pros:

• Even though it's a fold-away daybed and comes in at under £1000, the scatter cushions are a well-noted and appreciated added touch.
• John Lewis' interest free credit scheme to spread the cost is approved by the financial conduct authority.

Cons:

• When folded out as a bed, the beds will unfortunately have a seam between them, something which a similar style fold-up futon mattress would not.
• Long 14-week delivery.

Customers are saying: Comfortable to sleep on, guests are always impressed and it's great for use as a double or, equally, two singles.

GLAMOUR star rating: 4/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

There are two main types of sofa bed to choose from:

The first is the "click-clack" sofa bed. With the sofa in its upright position, you simply fold the back down and - as the name suggests - use the clic clac mechanism to ‘click it’ flat. Et voila! You've got yourself a double mattress. Click clack sofa beds tend to be cheaper and a bit easier to convert into bed form than their more traditional counterparts.

Jasper Sofa Bed

£499 at Marks and Spencer

Pull-out sofa beds do tend to be more comfy than the former, but require a little more effort to assemble. You'd need to remove the cushions from the sofa to reveal a pull-out mattress and "bed" frame. Both click clack sofa beds and pull-out sofa beds come in a range of mattress sizes – from single to double – and upholstery options, to suit your interior design style.

John Lewis & Partners Sansa Scroll Arm Sofa Bed with Storage

£1,399 at John Lewis & Partners

Naturally, the answer to this question will depend on your personal situation. For instance, if you live in a five-bed property with two rooms to spare then, chances are, you're not as pressed when it comes to space for guests. That said, being able to utilise one of your spare bedrooms as a study or second living space might be on your interiors wishlist. In such cases, single and double sofa beds can be a great addition and allow for more versatility in the home.

On the flip side, if you live in a one-bed apartment, a sofa bed will be crucial. Speaking from experience, being able to give my guests an actually comfy place to rest their heads when they stay has been paramount to my hosting through the years. Not to mention it's meant I didn't need a credit broker just to pay the rent that a two-bed would require of me…

Unfortunately with this one, the answer is, it depends. While many of mattresses included with sofa beds don't provide buyers with ample back support, nowadays, brands like Swyft and Swoon are offering consumers mattresses that just as plush and supportive as the ones you buy for your bed. See, for instance, the Swyft Model 04 sofa bed, which features a pocket sprung mattress.

A good sofa bed, personalised to your requirements, will see you through for years to come. Whether you're shopping at sofa.com on the more affordable end of the scale or Darlings of Chelsea at the premium end, what makes a ‘good’ sofa bed isn't to do with the price but, rather, the materials. Naturally, these materials can be better quality with a higher cost, but this isn't always the case.

Our top tips:

• In click clack beds, look to fibre fill seat cushions for a softer, more plush sleep surface.
• In pull-out sofa beds, you'll want to keep an eye out for specialist pocket spring and memory foam mattresses.
• Frames - the bigger your sofa bed, the bigger your mattress, so you and your guests will be more likely to enjoy an uninterrupted sleep.
• Storage sofa beds are more likely to come in the form of a bigger sofa bed, and who doesn't love a bit of extra storage for all your spare duvets and bedding.

While we haven't tested all the products within this buying guide, we have given a select few an in-depth testing review and are slowly working our way through them. For the products we haven't tested, we've pulled together the most bestseller and wishlisted items across retailers that we, as interiors journalists with a good bit of decorating know-how 😉 - would recommend to you. We've scanned customer reviews, complaints and product specifications and key features, bringing them all together to curate a list of products we truly believe are worth your money. If there's a fault, we'll let you know, and you can rest easy feeling like you've got a broad overview of each product, answering all your FAQs, before you head to the checkout.

1/5 - Not one you're likely to see in our guides, as we aim to curate a list of only the best products. That said, a 1/5 rating would mean the product fails on value for money, quality, performance and how consumers reviewed it.

2/5 - Again, not likely to be included in our buying guides, a 2/5 would mean the product is a let down across most factors, perhaps excelling in one field e.g. value for money.

3/5 - A 3/5 would mean the product is passable, perhaps a good choice if you're on a more modest budget, but leaves room for improvement. For instance, this could be a sofa bed that is comfy for day-to-day sitting use, but the bed is a bit squeaky and lumpy, so better for occasional use.

4/5 - A 4/5 would mean the bed is near perfect, with faults only small and easy to overlook. For instance, a sofa bed that ticks all the boxes, but will take several months to deliver.

5/5 - A 5/5 rating means the product, website and company are all perfect. We will never give a product a five-star rating if it has a single fault that we're aware of, so look out for these, they're rather rare!

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