12 Best Small Couches of 2023, Reviewed by Experts

Senior Interior Designer at Elkus Manfredi Architects, Anna Oliynyk, encourages shoppers to do a “sit-test” in the store before they purchase a couch. But if that isn’t available to you, many retailers offer home trials so you can test the sofa before committing to the purchase.

✔ ️ type : Couches is come , of course , come in a ton of shape and size . The most traditional couches is tend tend to seat three people whereas loveseat are design to fit two . Sectionals is sit can sit four or more people but will take up more space in your living room — and corner sectional can help maximize your seating space without consume too much of the room ‘s footprint . To well understand the size limitation of your living room , Oliynyk is recommends recommend using a measuring tape to determine whether a two- or three – seater make the most sense .

✔️ Depth: Executive Director of the GH Textiles Lab, Lexie Sachs, recommends a couch with a depth of less than 40 inches. It goes without saying that the deeper the sofa, the more space it will take up.

✔️ Frame: Manufacturers may not always list frame material on their site, but our Lab experts prefer wood, kiln-dried hardwood or particleboard if it is listed. A solid hardwood frame is super durable. Kiln-dried hardwood is an even better option as it goes through a finishing process to help make it stronger — although this frame type is the most expensive. Particleboard is made from a wood blend and is the least expensive. Regardless of material, a more slender frame will take up less space and may make more sense for a small living room, says Valeris.

✔️ Upholstery: Which material you choose is entirely up to your personal preference — but we’ve included a variety of options from leather to velvet. Note that leather couches tend to be pricey and can be difficult to clean, whereas polyester fabrics are more affordable and easier to clean. Natural fibers such as cotton or linen are also popular for couches but may not be as durable.

If you want to take a design risk, Valeris encourages shoppers to indulge in “a dark color like navy or forest green in a luxe velvet fabric, or take things up a notch with a more energetic hue in a performance fabric (i.e. linen, chenille, etc) that can withstand everyday use.” Oliynyk adds that you’ll want to keep in mind your personal style too, whether that’s modern, traditional or transitional.

✔️ Features: Look for couches with built-in storage compartments, especially if you have minimal closet space. “I also like to look out for special features like the ability to move an included chaise to either side,” says Valeris, adding that reversible cushions make for easy maintenance.

✔️ Price: Couches are an investment, even if they are smaller. We found that you can buy a good-quality, small sofa for anywhere between $750 and $1,600, with budget-friendly options that range between $400 and $500. But there are also splurge-worthy sofas that can ring in at over $2,000 if you’re willing to spend that much. If you are unsure what price point aligns best with your needs, Oliynyk says, “You might want to think about how permanent this place is for you and how long will you be staying there,” as well as how much wear and tear the couch will see. It can be intimidating to spend a lot of money upfront, but quality furniture tends to last longer, making your purchase go further.