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The Best Affordable Couches Under $1000 in 2024, According to Designers + Reviews

You spoke, we listened. Here are the best affordable couches of the year, as rated by customers.

Ginger Grey 79" Sofa

Dimensions: 78.7"W x 37"D x 34.3"H
Upholstery: Chenille
Frame Material: Solid hardwood & engineered wood
Seating Capacity:
Best Features:
 Track arms - Tapered legs - Wood frame
The Ginger’s extreme affordability may seem like its best selling point, but its high style and comfort are what also make it a customer favorite. Check out the Ginger’s customer reviews to see the high praise for yourself – and why we’re ranking it #1 on this list.

What Our Testers Say

Kristin Massarro, a Living Spaces designer out of Vista, casts her vote for the Ginger as a choice pick for this year's consumer trends. According to Kristin, its "mid-century influence offers a chic silhouette . . . the tapered legs, tufted seat and simple concept of design makes it a high-value, highly popular couch."

Ginger Customer Review

"Fantastic couch! Very comfortable, especially while reading. I purchased the ottoman, as well. Highly recommended!!" - Anonymous

Holden Settee

Dimensions: 51"W x 36"D 31"H
Upholstery: Velvet
Frame Material: 100% solid hardwood
Seating Capacity: 2
Best Features: No arms - Bright color
Warm, modern and on the lower end of the price spectrum as sofas go, the Holden Settee makes all other sofas look bad. Features of the timeless design include seamless open sides, a modern silhouette and comfortable foam cushioning.

What Our Testers Say

Staff designer Tania Vazquez told our editors that even though "the Holden isn't technically a full-size sofa, it's armless shape and chic upholstery makes it high-demand for main living room seating." She adds that "style aside, its deep seating, velvet finish and tight back provide a luxurious kind of comfort that you normally won't find at this price point. And the fact that it's customizable is the cherry on top!"

Holden Customer Review

"It looks awesome: quite wide and comfortable! I was much impressed and happy the way it was delivered. It was wrapped carefully to ensure it was delivered to our home safely and without any scratches in its way. Happy about my purchase." - Customer CA

Best Mid-Century Sofas < $500

Holden Settee

Dimensions: 51"W x 36"D 31"H
Upholstery:
Velvet
Frame Material: 100% solid hardwood
Seating Capacity:
2
Best Features: Armless - Simplistic design
When you want to create a fun-styled space for less, go to the Holden. Mid-century features are sure to make it stand out in any space. From the accent tufting to tapered legs to low-maintenance fabric, there’s something to love here for everyone.

What Our Testers Say

Tania extends her admiration for the Holden to its mid-century features: "the color, texture and legs just make the overall vibe pop." Her recommendations for styling with it include "any space that you want to give off modern ambiance."

Holden Customer Review

"I went to Living Spaces looking for a dining set and stumbled on a teal velvet settee and I love it. What a surprising wonderful find. I get compliments from everyone and it gave my room a unique personality...Living Spaces is a great place to roam..you never know what you will find." - AZMike

Ginger Grey 79” Sofa

Dimensions: 78.7"W x 37" D x 34.3"H
Upholstery: Chenille
Frame Material: Solid hardwood & engineered wood
Seating Capacity:
3
Best Features: Versatile size - Tapered legs
One of the great things about the Ginger sofa – and there’s a lot! – is its smaller size. A slender frame coming in at 79” makes it a sort of “large loveseat”: big enough to comfortably lounge in for two and small enough to fit in small living rooms.

What Our Testers Say

Kristin, our designer from Vista, also raves about Ginger's mid-century details. "It's the tufted seat cushion that does it for me. Usually, tufting features on the backrest cushions, but with the Ginger, it's on the bottom seat cushions; it's a subtle detail that offers a unique twist and keeps the aesthetic simple."

Ginger Customer Review

"What a wonderful little loveseat!!! Very easy to put together and sturdy. We only put in the large screws because the smaller holes are less defined the couch is fine otherwise. Looks beautiful in our little apartment." - Chicago Girl

Best Velvet Sofas < $1100

Lodge Performance Fabric Velvet Sofa

Dimensions: 96"W x 49"D x 39"H
Upholstery: Velvet
Frame Material: Kiln-dried solid hardwood & plywood
Seating Capacity:
about 3
Best Features: Grey velvet - Mid-century style
Grey and velvet go together hand-in-luxurious-hand. In the Lodge Velvet, a rich shade gets treated to rich texture thanks to a thick velvet upholstery. But of course, the real reason it’s made this list is its unbeatable value – and an unending list of customer accolades.

What Our Testers Say

Adrian Palacios, Studio Production Designer at Living Spaces, wants everyone to know about the Lodge. "It quite literally has it all! The deep grey velvet adds so much rich elegance, I highly recommend it to anyone wanting fresh style."

Lodge Customer Review

"The sofa is lovely and very comfortable. It is larger in the seating area than average sofas and overall measures larger, so be sure to consider your space and measure well. The fabric of velvet is soft to the skin but not flimsy or worrisome for wear or comfort. We love it!." - Ras3

Tate Velvet Performance Fabric Sofa

Dimensions: 92"W x 33"D x 29"H
Upholstery: Velvet
Frame Material: Kiln-dried 100% solid hardwood
Seating Capacity:
4
Best Features:
 Versatile color
Just like its blue-hued twin, the Tate Velvet Performance Fabric Sofa is 92” of pure luxury. The only difference between the two – and the only reason to pick one over the other – comes down to color. Go for the orange for punchier style; go for the Tate Grey for a more casual elegance.

What Our Testers Say

The grey version of the Tate Velvet is also seeing lots of love from our design team, as Adrian made sure to talk up the neutral hue. "It's a gorgeous grey color, one that almost glows. I personally say go with the Tate Orange for a modern statement and the Tate Grey for subtle elegance."

Tate Customer Review

"You may hesitate at the color but it’s gorgeous in person!" - SarahOkc

Best Convertible Sofas < $600

Petula Mustard Convertible Sofa

Dimensions: 85.6"W x 35.4"D x 33.3"H 
Upholstery: 100% polyester
Frame Material: Solid hardwood & plywood 
Seating Capacity:
3
Best Features:
 Fun hue - Grid tufting - Solid wood
Be ready to be amazed! If you’re after a convertible sofa but don’t want to spend a fortune, you need the Petula Mustard Convertible. An elegant color, charming cushions, ultra-comfort and a low price tag are what “makes” the Petula Convertible – the fact that it pulls out and transforms into a comfy lounge and bed is just a (very big) bonus.

What Our Testers Say

Eileen Valdez, on-site designer at the Living Spaces Monrovia location, drew our attention to the Petula Mustard as a star sofa couch design. She particularly admires the simplistic design in converting from sofa to bed. "It's so simple, you almost don't even need instructions the first time you try it! (Though, of course, it's always advised to read them over.) But there truly is no hard physical movements or strength required, and I can't tell you the number of guests who have said the same thing: the Petula is such an easy choice!"

Petula Customer Review

"We are so happy with this couch. It’s such a beautiful color and we love the retro look. It’s firm but will probably soften up the more we sit on it. We haven’t laid it back yet to check out the bed feature, and we wish we would have asked the furniture delivery guys how to lay it back, but I don’t think it’ll be hard to figure out. We love it so far!" - Ashen

Petula Slate Convertible Sofa

Dimensions: 85.6"W x 35.4"D x 33.3"H
Upholstery: 100% polyester
Frame Material: Solid hardwood & plywood
Seating Capacity:
3
Best features:
 Simplistic design - Tufted back - Wood legs
The Petula Slate is one of the newer items on our list – but it doesn’t make it any less sweeter. A versatile grey fabric makes it pair well with virtually any color and style of furniture piece; makes a perfect living room companion. (With such a low price, it’s even worth it to buy two – one for the living room, one for the spare room!)

What Our Testers Say

Eileen continues the case for the Petula: "The fact that the Petula comes in two amazing colors doesn't hurt!" When asked how to style either, she recommends "pairing mustard pillows with the Petula Grey and grey pillows with the Petula mustard; it's a classic and fresh color combo and one of my favorites."

Petula Customer Review

"This sofa bed is perfect for our guest room/office. It doesn’t look like a futon but folds out easily for when guests stay over. Firm but comfortable. Great value for the price!" - Mtzlplk

Best Grey Sofas < $600

Ginger Grey Chenille 79" Sofa

Dimensions: 79"W x 37"D x 34.5"H
Upholstery: Chenille
Frame Material: Kiln-dried solid hardwood & engineered wood mix
Seating Capacity:
approx. 2-3
Best Features: Accent chenille upholstery - Loose-back cushions
Buying furniture doesn’t have to be a pain, and the Ginger Chenille 79” Sofa is here to prove it. A light price tag will keep you smiling with purchase – and a chic grey hue, versatile size, track arms and soft chenille will brighten up your living space.

What Our Testers Say

Razz Al Tekreeti, another one of our staff designers and contributor in helping us select the best couches of 2024, says that with the Ginger Grey, "it's perfect as a blank canvas. The neutral hue goes with every color trend, so swapping out throw pillows is a cinch."

Ginger Customer Review

"Really like this sofa, the color. The texture. The softness. It is the best decision for my first sofa." - Pei Pei

Allie Grey Sofa

Dimensions: 81.1"W x 35.8"D x 33.1"H
Upholstery: Polyester
Frame Material: Solid hardwood & engineered wood
Seating Capacity: 3
Best Features:
 A lighter, more versatile color
Like the graphite version of the McDade, the Allie Grey has a loyal fanbase who, judging just by the volume of five-star customer reviews, simply can’t get enough. Even if you don’t look at the price (which is hard not to love), the Allie Grey’s versatile color and sleek style are enough to win over even the most hardened of furniture hearts.

What Our Testers Say

Razz also nudged us to take a closer look at the Allie. "It's not just another run-of-the-mill grey couch," he says. "The Allie is a chic retro mood. Particularly, the beech wood tapered legs get me every time. They're so fun and unique — one of those nice-to-have things that really takes a design over the edge."

Allie Customer Review

"Fantastic product. This loveseat is stylish, comfortable, and accents our entire decor wonderfully. Going for the mid century modern look throughout the house and this piece did not disappoint. Thank you so very much and happy to be a Living Spaces customer." - Samsoncg

Best Foam Sofas < $700

Mathers Foam Sofa

Dimensions: 91"W x 39"D x 38"H
Upholstery: Chenille
Frame Material: Solid hardwood & engineered wood
Seating Capacity:
3
Best Features:
 Loose cushions - Oversized
Even though the Mathers is on the higher end of the price spectrum for this list, it’s still really, really affordable. Its high value comes from quality construction, materials and easy-to-care-for upholstery; but the best thing about it is it’s customizable – so you can make it completely your own.

What Our Testers Say

Jesie Harris, Living Spaces' Manager of Production Design, offered her take on the Mathers as "something that may not look as on-trend with the latest fads but holds bar none when it comes to how it feels. Firmness level is critical, and the Mathers masters the art of delivering the perfect balance. This design also contains reversible cushions, which makes it practical for comfort. Being able to turn over the seating when you want a fresher, newer side helps to extend the comfort lifespan."

Mathers Customer Review

"Loving our two new sofas from Living Spaces. Perfect color, perfect fit, very comfortable and arrived in great condition. Delivery staff were prompt and professional." - Debra Karns

Allie Grey Sofa

Dimensions: 81.1"W x 35.8"H x 33.1"H
Upholstery: Polyester
Frame Material: Solid hardwood & engineered wood
Seating Capacity:

Best Features: Grid tufting - Versatile color
The Allie Grey Sofa was intentionally designed to be easy to assemble; for anyone who’s ever gone through the pain of assembling a product that was not designed for at-home assembly, this is a huge plus. As for everything else – its chic color, comfy cushions and, most importantly, low price – they’re pretty stellar, too.

What Our Testers Say

Jesie reports that along with the Mathers, she also has to include the Allie. "Foam comfort meets a stylish exterior in the Allie, and mid-century modern isn't going away anytime soon."

Allie Customer Review

"Actually really love this even though I was unable to see in store and just briefly looked at online with the sales agent, as I was more looking for the color and a smaller loveseat for my office. It is comfortable and modern looking. Very happy with this purchase." - Heather N

Best Reclining Sofa < $800

Griffin Power Reclining Sofa

Dimensions: 86.5"W x 40"D x 40.5"H
Upholstery: Faux leather
Frame Material: 100% solid hardwood
Seating Capacity:
3
Best Features: Power recliner - Innerspring foam
Given its extreme affordability and innovative reclining tech, we’re surprised that the Griffin isn’t making headlines around the globe. Of course, within our customer base it is a top-seller. Be warned, though: like all the products featured here, the Griffin may be gone tomorrow. If you’re after an insanely comfy recliner, grab the Griffin while you still can!

What Our Testers Say

Tania Vazquez, the designer behind our Holden Settee pick, fully supports the Griffin as the choice for Best Reclining. "The upholstery's as durable and smooth as the reclining motion, and I really love the warmth of the chocolate hue! Another major benefit to choosing this one is that it's easy to clean thanks to high performance fabric. After all, nothing's worse than a forever stain from one tiny accident."

Griffin Customer Review

"The same recliner was in the unit we rented this past spring. We liked it so much we asked the owner where she got it and it is now in our family room. And the delivery team was very good too." - Macoo

Most Affordable

Ginger Grey 79" Sofa

Dimensions: 78.7"W x 37"D x 34.3"H
Upholstery: Chenille
Frame Material: Solid hardwood & engineered wood
Seating Capacity: approx. 2-3
Best Features:
Accent pattern chenille - Versatile hue
We recommend you sit down before seeing the price of the Ginger Sofa; it’s been known to overwhelm (in a good way). To quote some of our favorite reviews left by its purchasers: it’s also “impressive,” “absolutely great” and “amazing!!” – note the two exclamation points!

What Our Testers Say

Krisitn Massaro also circled back to the Ginger Chenille along with fellow designers Razz and Adrian as best couch for those shopping on a budget. "It's the ulitmate dupe for high-end luxury sofas you can only find in price ranges of the thousands."

Ginger Customer Review

"Comfortable couch with one seating cushion across the entire couch. Works great for the height of our bed as an end-of-bed couch because the mattress is the same height as the back of the couch (note that the back is 6" lower than the cushions them selves)." - Nike 17

Petula Mustard Convertible Sofa

Dimensions: 85.6"W x 35.4"D x 33.3"H
Upholstery: Polyester
Seating Capacity: 3
Frame Material: Solid hardwood & plywood
Best Features:
Track arms - Small space-friendly
This three-seater is one of the most popular designs not just on this list, but ever. Reasons to buy the Petula: you want classic style, a pop of comfort and a firmer feel. Pair it with a tufted loveseat, accent chair and ottoman – all of which, following the sofa’s example, are affordable – for a refined living room set.

What Our Testers Say

To chime in on pick for Most Affordable, our studio team's Adrian Palacios chose the Petula echoing Kristin's sentiments toward the Fairfax. According to Adrian, "it's a steal!"

Petula Customer Review

"Saw this in store and really liked it, decided to order it online. First I was told that it was out of stock but kept checking online until it was available. Glad I waited. Purchased for kids playroom. Reasonably priced. Love that it folds to a bed. Very comfortable and nice color." - Jenny A

Most Comfortable

Mathers Foam Sofa

Dimensions: 91"W x 39"D x 38"H
Upholstery: Chenille
Frame Material: Solid hardwood & engineered wood
Seating Capacity:
3
Best Features: Chenille - Reversible cushions - Seater sofa
There are three reasons we consider the Mathers to exceed in comfort. The first of these is the first thing you touch when you sit upon it: the ultra-soft chenille upholstery. The second of these is the foam-filled oversize silhouette and spacious seats. And the third of these is the cushions, which are loose and reversible, meaning you can turn them over to let one side "breathe" — and enjoy "newer" comfort when you need it.

What Our Testers Say

Jesie, the Manager of Production Design, doubled down on the Mathers and remains convinced that "the Mathers is a sofa design you don't want to pass up. The Mathers destroys the saying 'it's too good to be true.' It really is that good and it really is true!"

Mathers Customer Review

"I got the sofa and loveseat in the lighter color and love them. I like seating with square construction so that the cushions will keep their shape and stay crisp. I also find the pair very comfortable--I sat on every couch in the showroom and found this set to be the most comfortable. I will say that the pieces are surprisingly deep, so keep that measurement in mind when space planning. And in my space, the light grey skews cooler with a slight blue undertone--which I wanted, so it's perfect for me. It is not a warm grey by any means. I purchased in-store and they delivered in less than a week. The sales crew and delivery crew were terrific." - Mary AT

About the Best Affordable Sofas

The best way to discover the pieces of furniture best for your home and style is to visit them in person. However, we know that that's not always possible. Short of an in-store look, browse sofas online, making sure you take note of size (measure your space first)! When browsing, your options are limitless. From l-shaped loungers and leather sofas, to mid-century modern sofas to microfiber and memory foam, there’s something for everyone. Just remember, cheap sofas don't have to feel that way; low price points can mean high luxury when you take the time to research your options!

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