10 best sofa beds to buy in Australia 2024
To help find the best sofa bed for your space, we’ve consulted the experts and have rounded up some of best sofa beds below for every budget.
Byron sofa bed in Coastal Blue (queen), $1743 (usually $2490) at Koala
In six statement colours comes the Byron sofa bed from Koala that makes an elegant focal point in the living room. Transforming into a bed, it features the trademark comfort of the classic Koala mattress with its Kloudcell topper. Plus, with free delivery, a 120-night trial and a five-year warranty, sofa snoozing is made stress-free.
"The Koala Byron sofa bed was the best choice for me," wrote a five-star reviewer. "It was so spacious and comfortable that it could easily be used as a bed when guests came. The cushions were great and installation was easy. The delivery person was also kind enough to deliver it to my house. Highly recommended!"
Size: 3 seater queen
Colours: Morning Grey, Currawong Grey, Cappuccino, Green Wattle, Coastal Blue and Blush Sunset
Material: Fabric
Key features:
- Three-seater capacity (233 x 110 x 90cm)
- Kloudcell topper provides superior support and durability
- Four hidden storage compartments concealed behind fabric
- CertiPUR-US Certified; meets strict safety standards and crafted with non-toxic materials
- Five-year warranty
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Emma sofa bed, $1348 (usually $1686) at Emma Sleep
The cult-buy Emma sofa bed is made from sustainably-sourced fabric and wood, comes with a 100-night trial and features built-in storage compartments. Talk about nifty multi-purpose usage.
Materials: CertiPUR-US certified foam wrapped in OEKO-Tex fabric
Key features:
- Three-seater capacity (153 x 97 x 63cm)
- Includes two complimentary throw pillows
- OEKO-Tex certified quality
- CertiPUR-US-Certified; meets strict safety standards and crafted with non-toxic materials
- Five-year warranty
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Cushy sofa bed in Gum Leaf (double), $1432 (usually $1790) at Koala
The Cushy comes in seven stylish shades and folds out into a bed in seconds. As the winner of the Product Review 2024 Award and recipient of over 500 five-star reviews, this is a cult favourite sofa bed.
"Super easy to assemble and move," wrote a reviewer. "It is a super comfy couch (have fallen asleep on it many times) and an equally comfy pull out bed! Very impressed!".
Sizes: 1.5 seater single, 2.5 seater double and 3 seater queen
Colours: Gum Leaf, Ink, Tinny, Vanilla, Fig Tree, Paperbark and Penguin Parade
Materials: Recycled polyester fabric (Luxe option), CertiPUR-US foam & FSC® certified wood frame
Key features:
- Two and half seater (162 x 99 x 81cm)
- Winner of Product Review's 2024 award for Best Sofa Bed
- Kloudcell topper providing superior support and durability
- CertiPUR-US Certified; meets strict safety standards and crafted with non-toxic materials
- Five-year warranty
Save up to 30% on Koala's entire range in their EOFY sale on now!
Slideaway sofa bed in terracotta (double), $2490 at Eva
Sit or slide to snooze with the clever EasySlide mechanism from Eva. This contemporary style sofa bed offers uncompromising comfort, generously sized for two sleepers. Transform the living room into a bedroom oasis that your guests will never want to leave.
"The Slideaway sofa is our spare bed for when family come home and a lounge for a study," said a reviewer who left five stars. "Great for an afternoon snooze too. The colour is gorgeous in our dark blue room."
Colours: Terracotta, Marble White, Oatmeal, Olive and Moss Green and limited edition Midnight Navy
Size: 3 seater double
Materials: Combination of solid American Ash timber and plywood with American Ash veneer and eco-friendly foam
Key features:
- Three-seater capacity (188 x 111 x 88cm)
- Three modes to rest; sofa mode, daybed mode and bed mode
- Good Design Award Gold Winner
- Five-year warranty
Koala sofa bed in Lunar Grey (queen), $1521.50 (usually $1790) at Koala
If you're a fan of Koala's mattress-in-a-box, you're bound to love its sofas. This memory foam sofa bed comes in three different sizes and four colours and has a four-second set up.
Colours: Bush Scrub, Lunar Grey, River Bank and Woodlands
Sizes: 1.5 seater single, 2.5 seater double and 3 seater queen
Materials: FSC® certified poplar plywood and MDF frame, CertiPUR-US® certified polyurethane foam cushions and a soft-touch fabric cover
Key features:
- Three-seater capacity (194 x 95 x 88cm)
- Kloudcell topper providing superior support and durability
- CertiPUR-US Certified; meets strict safety standards and crafted with non-toxic materials
- Five-year warranty
Save up to 30% on Koala's entire range in their EOFY sale on now!
Nixon fabric sofa, $1599 (usually $3199) at Freedom
This shape-retaining sofa is made cosier with its plush fabric cover and foam and fibre-filled cushions. Plus, it comes in 10 natural colourways to suit any space.
Colours: Amaro Thunder, Amaro Oatmeal, Marlo Steel Grey, Marlo Coal, Charlotte Light Grey, Charlotte Paprika, Charlotte Navy, Block Light Grey, Block Dark Grey and Allure Light Grey
Size: 3 seater
Materials: Textured fabric upholstery, foam mattress and timber base
Key features:
- Three-seater capacity (195 x 94 x 82cm)
- Available in ten colourways
- Fibre filled seat offers additional support and comfort
- Five-year fabric protection for $149 additional charge
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Rio sofa bed in Papyrus (queen), $1287 (usually $1980) at Ecosa
Stay comfy whether you’re sleeping, lounging, or a bit of both. Made from the same premium cushioning foam that Ecosa is known for, simply lift and transform your sofa into a bed in an instant.
Colours: Cloud Grey, Slate, Winter Grey, Latte, Ivy Green and Papyrus
Sizes: 1.5 seater armchair, 2.5 seater double, 3 seater queen, 3+ seater and 3.5 seater king
Materials: 100% polyester fabric, steel pocket springs and polyurethane foams
The Rio sofa bed has over 600 five-star reviews, with one reviewer writing: "The size was perfect, the construction amazing quality and it was so easy to put together. Love how sturdy the mattress is. It was very comfy to sleep on and it's perfect for movie nights." Another added: "Great sofa, the colour is gorgeous, the fabric is soft, very happy and would recommend."
Key features:
- Three-seater capacity (138 x 99 x 80cm)
- Available in five colourways; Cloud Grey, Slate, Winter Grey, Latte, Ivy Green and Papyrus
- OceanCycled fabric for high-durabiliy
- 100 night trial available
- Five-year limited warranty
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Barret leather sofa bed in Memphis Caramel, $4199 (usually $5599) at Freedom
After a chic and functional sofa bed? This one from Freedom has natural leather upholstery, a supportive high back and pillow cushions and armrests.
"Extremely comfortable as a sofa and sofa bed," said a reviewer. "Classic style and the warmth of the colour suits any home. I’m in love with this addition to our home."
Colours: Memphis Caramel, Birmingham Brandy, Birmingham Rich Brown, Lucia Graphite, Lucia Pumice, Lucia Frost, Lucia Silver Grey, Lucia Black, Lucia Elephant, Lucia Grey, Lucia Ocean Blue, Lucia Pale Grey, Lucia Charcoal Grey and Luca Optic White
Size: 3 seater
Materials: Leather, foam and sturdy timber frame
Key features:
- Three-seater capacity (237 x 102 x 89cm)
- Available in 14 colourways
- Natural leather to soften following each use
- Memory foam mattress
- Leather care five-year protection for $199 additional charge
Get 20-60% off all furniture at Freedom's 'Absolutely Everything on Sale' sale!
Happy 2-seat sofa bed in Wind Copper, $599 (usually $899) at Lounge Lovers
Perfect for guests after a long relaxed day of catching up, this floor sofa bed is adjustable in four positions in a minimalistic design.
Colours: Omega Grey, Wind Anthracite, Wind Copper and Wind Forrest Green
Materials: High density foam mix, 100% polyester fabric, steel frame and metal legs
Key features:
- Two-seater capacity (150 x 85 x 73cm)
- Three possible sofa arrangements
- Available in a range of upholstery
- Two-year warranty (frame) one-year warranty (cover)
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Nordic House Buffy 3 seater velvet sofa bed (single), $579 (usually $699) at Temple & Webster
Indulge in the casual modern style of the Buffy sofa, offering a perfect blend of comfort and elegance. Its stylish design features tufted upholstering, solid rubber wood legs and thick padding, providing the most inviting and relaxing lounging experience. The foldable headrest adds an extra layer of comfort to this sofa, all backed by sturdy craftsmanship.
Colours: Charcoal, Cream and Light Grey
Size: 3 seater single
Materials: 100% silky velvet upholstery, plywood frame and solid rubberwood legs
Key features:
- Three-seater capacity (190 x 89 x 86cm)
- Encased in 100 per cent smooth velvet fabric
- Solid rubberwood legs and plywood frame
- One-year warranty and 30-day return policy
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What to look for when buying a sofa bed?
"When shopping for a sofa bed, there are many considerations – function, comfort, size and how much you want to spend," said Kylie Burgon, Senior Furniture Buyer at Freedom. "Firstly, decide where it will be used – in the living room or guest room? The second consideration is comfort and finding a type of mattress that suits your needs."
Most sofa beds are either a clic-clac, which is where you can simply push the back of the sofa down until it lies flat, or the traditional pull-out sofa which typically has a metal frame that is stowed away inside the sofa.
If a clic-clac or pull-out aren't to your taste, there are other creative and low-maintenance alternatives. One option is a modular sofa, which can be arranged into a bed. Or why not try a stacked style sofa bed, which is where the firm seat cushions become the mattress.
Are sofa beds comfortable?
As sofa beds are required to be a more compact size, this can mean the bed is thinner than a standard mattress and the length can fall short. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean they are any less comfortable.
Over time, the sofa bed design has evolved with new game-changing materials being used like memory foam that is favoured by popular brands like Koala, which has just released its new model, the Byron sofa bed.
"The challenge for sofa beds is that it has to be comfortable when sleeping on it, but also when sitting on the sofa bed," said Koala's product design team. "While the experience with most sofa beds is generally pretty uncomfortable (you hit a middle bar in the middle of the night), the Koala Sofa Bed has multiple layers for optimal comfort."
Is it ok to sleep on a sofa bed every night?
Yes, it is generally fine to sleep on a sofa bed every night, provided it has a high-quality mattress for adequate support and comfort, a sturdy frame and reliable suspension. Opt for sofa beds with memory foam or high-density foam mattresses, ensure it has good support mechanisms and consider the size for enough sleeping space.
Investing in a well-constructed, durable sofa bed will make it a viable option for nightly sleep, but if discomfort arises, it may be worth considering a traditional bed or a higher-quality sofa bed.
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