5 Best Single Sofa Beds For Your Guests To Sleep On In 2025
The underrated piece of furniture has been given an upgrade, with more shoppers now turning to the last-minute fix for everyday comfort.
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There are only so many charcuterie boards you can serve to make up for an uncomfortable spare bed. After all, nothing screams ‘get me out of here’ than a small couch or a limp fold-out mattress that makes sleeping on a tile floor a total dream.
It’s no wonder Aussies are embracing sofa beds as the perfect piece of versatile furniture – and not just for visitors.
Sure, a single-seater can turn into a comfortable single mattress to welcome surprise guests before returning to a regular armchair the next morning. But you can also use it as a day bed to make lounging around a whole lot more relaxing, or have a mini sleepover in the living room when you’re just too cozy to leave for the bedroom.
Plus, sofa beds don’t add much bulk to your home or require a ton of storage space, and many models have a hidden compartment where you can store pillows and bed sheets for complete convenience.
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Ecosa’s Rio Timber Armchair Sofa Bed is one popular option to look out for. It features enough space in the arms for bedding, along with a built-in hybrid mattress and 100 night trial period so you can make sure it’s the right one for you.
“The quality is exceptional, the kids love being able to easily pull the sofa out and have movie nights almost every night”, one shopper posted online.
There’s also the Artiss recliner chair, which can be adjusted to a few different positions before laying complete flat – making it a great companion for reading and movie marathons.
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BEST SINGLE SOFA BEDS OVERALL
Ecosa Sydney Armchair Sofa Bed, $1660 at Ecosa
Ecosa Sydney Armchair Sofa Bed
What You Need To Know
There’s just something irresistible about a plump, cosy-looking armchair, and this 1.5-seater Ecosa sofa bed 100 per cent fits the bill. It features a medium firm hybrid mattress with pocket springs for support and a plush open cell foam for comfort.
“Our new Sydney Sofa Bed is just great. Super comfortable and will be a treat for our guests to sleep on. And we just love the colour ‘Evergreen’. Was very easy to put together and Ecosa were very easy to deal with,” raved a shopper.
“This couch is absolutely beautiful, the colour is as described and folds out to a large bed, perfect for adults. It was delivered within 2 days of ordering, and easy to assemble,” another reviewer posted.
“Comfy and stylish! This is the perfect sofa bed for our spare room!” a third wrote.
Temple & Webster Siesta Armchair Single Sofa Bed, $599 (down from $899) at Temple & Webster
Temple & Webster Siesta Armchair Single Sofa Bed
What You Need To Know
If you’re worried about dealing with an overly hard bed, this Temple & Webster sofa bed is designed with a soft to medium feel and has removable back cushions to give you more room to stuff your favourite fluffy pillows.
“Not only does it fit perfectly with my home decor — both in style and colour — but it’s also incredibly comfortable. Whether I’m lounging during the day or using it as a bed at night, it offers great support and is surprisingly cozy. The conversion from chair to bed is completely effortless — smooth, quick, and convenient, making it ideal for guests or just relaxing in different ways throughout the day,” praised a customer.
“Perfect addition to our home. Quality is great and it is so comfortable as a seat and a bed,” a second shopper wrote in a review.
“No regrets. Just wow!” another posted.
BEST SINGLE SOFA BED WITH STORAGE
Ecosa Rio Timber Armchair Sofa Bed, $1550 at Ecosa
Ecosa Rio Timber Armchair Sofa Bed
What You Need To Know
Got a last-minute surprise guest? This “very comfortable“ find from Ecosa is the easiest answer to staying stress free, easily converting from an armchair to a King Single bed within seconds. Doubling as storage compartments for your bedding, the arms feature an upholstered foam top and a gas lift lid for easy access.
Similar to other Ecosa mattresses, you can expect a hybrid mattress with a medium firm feel.
“We have one already and decided to buy another one for our small lounge. It’s gorgeous, comfy either as a couch and a sofa bed. It pulls out so well. Quick delivery too,” a happy reviewer posted.
“I wish I purchased this sooner! It’s even better in person. The quality is exceptional, the kids love being able to easily pull the sofa out and have movie nights almost every night now ,” another reviewed.
(P.S You can save 20 per cent off straight away by signing up to Ecosa’s newsletter, dropping the price from $1550 to $1240).
BEST BUDGET SINGLE SOFA BED
Aero Single Sofa Bed, $299.99 (down from $399.99) at Temple & Webster
Aero Single Sofa Bed
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Want to get luxe for less? This bargain buy looks far from cheap, boasting a chic design that’s compact enough to fit as an extra bed in a guest bedroom or a quick nap oasis for long hours in the office.
“Love this sofa! Have been using it heavily for almost 3 years (mostly as a sofa, less as a bed) and it has held up well. Just needs occasional maintenance with a fabric shaver to deal with the pilling. Great value!” raved a shopper.
“The fabric is soft and very pretty. It’s a perfect size for some smaller living room spaces. The mattress is on the harder side but as I like the mattress to be more firm I think it’s perfectly fine. Very good value for price,” another agreed.
Artiss Sofa Lounge Recliner Chair Futon Couch Single 1 Seater, $163.95 (down from $221.99) at Myer
Artiss Sofa Lounge Recliner Chair Futon Couch
What You Need To Know
Looking for a place to read a good book or binge watch your favourite TV series? This sofa bed can easily recline into three adjustable back rest positions, as well as convert from a one-seater lounge into a spare bed.
“Looks good and fits into any space neatly. Great if you need an extra lounge seat in the room for occasional use,” posted a Myer customer.
“Only 4 stars as it is very firm even with some cushioning on the seat added. I purchased two and put them side by side and it is long and strong enough for teenagers to sit or lie down on. Myer does not disappoint when it comes to delivery and communication around their orders.”
WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING A SINGLE SOFA BED
Don’t know where to start? Here are a few important factors we took into account when compiling our roundup.
Mechanism
It’s really important to find a sofa bed that makes it easy to convert between the two modes, and this largely depends on the type of mechanism. Here are a few different types:
• Pull out: There is a hidden bed frame which needs to be pulled out, and some models might also need the frame to be lifted.The cushioning needs to be removed whenever the sofa bed is being converted.
• Futon: These don’t have arm rests and are essentially folded up when used as a sofa, then pressed down when it’s needed as a bed.
• Click-clack: You can adjust the backrest to different positions, including to a flat bed.
• Flip: These types of sofa beds have a hinged design which lets you flip the backrest over.
Size
Sofa beds are great for saving space, but keep in mind you will still need enough space for a Single or King Single mattress.
Mattress
Sofa beds typically come with foam mattresses but may also use a hybrid mattress, spring mattress or a memory foam mattress. They tend to be on the firmer side, so you might need to add a good mattress topper for more cushioning.
Storage
Some sofa beds come with hidden built-in storage which you can use to conveniently store a dedicated batch of fresh bedding for guests.
Maintenance
It’s recommended you vacuum the sofa bed regularly and place it away from direct sunlight.
HOW WE CHOOSE SINGLE SOFA BEDS
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can you sleep on a sofa bed every night?
You can find high quality sofa beds with mattresses similar to what you would get from a ‘regular bed’, although it’s generally not recommended. Keep in mind they’re generally designed firmer and for occasional use, so you’ll need to take extra care with making sure the sofa bed has the right mattress for your needs.
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How can you make a sofa bed more comfortable?
Sofa beds can be such a fantastic convenient addition to your home, but they don’t always have the best cushioning and can feel too firm (especially if you opt for a cheaper option). A good mattress topper can make a big difference, along with some fluffy pillows and soft bedding.
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