The sectional sofa is undoubtedly the hub of any home, but the term tends to bring to mind bulky, overstuffed pieces that weigh down a room. Luckily, there are now plenty of choices out there that combine sleek design, cozy upholstery, and generous size, resulting in a seat that fits perfectly into style-minded households.
When it comes to buying furniture of nearly any type, size is the most top-of-mind consideration. Sectionals are big pieces of furniture, so make sure to measure your floor space accordingly and choose a shape that'll make sense for your designated room and household's needs.
Another consideration is assembly — the picks in this guide come from Amazon and Wayfair, and certain models on both sites are eligible for professional assembly if you don’t have the time or ability to do it yourself. If you’re opting to go the DIY route, the good news is that sectionals are usually pieced together seat by seat, so you won’t have to stress too much about maneuvering a large intact couch through your front door (although you should certainly always measure, just to be safe).
For the most part, we're sticking to true sectionals in this guide. They differ from sofa chaises in that they can be either L- or U-shaped, and they offer much more space for seating or sleeping. Both styles are excellent in their own ways, but if you have lots of space and/or a big household, we say that sectional sofas are probably the better pick for you.
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It doesn't get much more classic than this. This L-shaped sectional sofa is perfectly balanced, eschewing the chaise seats for something a bit more symmetrical. If you like to frequently rearrange your furniture, you can simply rotate the couch accordingly.
Its large size is perfect for filling a living room or basement space, and its greige polyester upholstery is smooth and soft. Plenty of reviewers say that it's the perfect size for napping (or just straight-up sleeping) on.
With a chaise sofa, you’ll always be fighting with the other members of your household for the “good seat.” Settle the score by getting this six-seater sectional that has two extra wide chaises.
The sectional is upholstered in velvet that users say is both cozy and comfortable. The color is also repeatedly touted as being even richer and better-looking in person.
Some sectional designs only come in one orientation, but thankfully, you can choose which side you want the chaise to be on with this one. This choice is super comfy, and perfect for gathering the family on for movies and game nights.
It only comes in one cream/beige color, which according to a reviewer, “goes with everything.”
If you want something that's sectional-sized — but with the simplified look of a sofa chaise — look no further. This sectional sofa practically invites you to dive into its cushy, oversized seats. Its polyester upholstery looks like corduroy but feels like velvet, and makes the seat even more of a treat to sink into.
Reviewers absolutely gush about how comfortable this sectional sofa is, and they can attest that in the event of shipping delays, it is well worth the wait for “literally the best couch in the world!”
This sectional sofa from Wayfair's in-house brand offers one thing that no other option in this guide does: a seriously impressive assortment of 72 different upholstery options. You can choose from polyester, cotton, and Sunbrella fabrics in a multitude of different neutral and colorful shades. Free swatches are also available.
While many of the sofas in this list offer just one color that's meant to coordinate with any decor, if you're particular and willing to wait to have a couch custom-made, it'll look all the more special. You can choose the right- or left-hand-side orientation of this sofa, too.
This U-shaped sectional sofa is ready for your next big party. It offers ample seating room and comes with two movable ottomans that can help extend the sofa shape in either direction. Or, you can situate them in the middle to make one big conversation pit. (We can't think of a more sleepover-worthy setup.)
Reviewers love that this design provides the flexibility to set it up in a number of different ways, depending on their needs and space constraints. They say that it's also super easy to assemble.
This sectional sofa fits comfortably into a corner, and has a few pretty cool design features. First, its furthest-right seat is angled slightly inward, so that people sitting on opposite ends of the couch don't feel so far away. (Genius, right?)
Even better: Its left-hand seats actually have pull-out sections that provide an extendible chaise — and even a bed. So, if you're torn between getting a sleeper sofa and a sectional, this is the best of both worlds.
This 7-piece sectional sofa is another unique, modular design — which means that you can detach and rearrange any of the pieces to form whatever shape you want. But that's not the only reason why this couch is so great: Every single seat lifts up to reveal hidden storage inside, which, as any small-space dweller can tell you, is well worth the ticket price.
This sectional sofa comes in a few different sizes that are all modular, so it's up to you to decide how many seats and ottomans you'd like in your living room.
As comfy as a sectional sofa is, if you're circling with at least four other people, you'll want somewhere to put your feet up. That's why this pick appeals to us so much: Its classic L shape comes with a matching ottoman that you can use chaise-style, or you can place it in the middle for all sitters to enjoy.
If you like this option's heathered upholstery and dual button-tufted look —but not its shape — don't fret. It also comes in a variety of other sectional and sofa-chaise configurations.
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Comfy Corner Seat
BOWERY HILL Contemporary Modular Linen Sectional Sofa
Normally the corner seat of a sectional is nearly non-existent, but this L-shaped sofa actually provides a bit of space to comfortably sit right in the center.
Available in two linen-like shades of gray, this sectional is built to be sturdy, easy to clean, and cozy enough to serve as the perfect crash pad for all of your overnight guests.
Melanie YatesSenior Home Decor EditorMelanie is the senior home decor editor of Best Products, where she's been researching and testing out home and bedding products since 2015 — her work can also be found on House Beautiful and Women's Health.
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