We Found the Most Comfortable Couch and It's Designer Approved

Let's start with a Serena & Lily sofa that Associate Shopping Editor Jessica Cherner claims is the most comfortable sofa. "My family has this sofa, so I have lounged on it many times. Yes, it is as comfortable as it looks," she says. It's available in several sizes, configurations, and colors, so feel free to completely customize it to your space. "Aside form the cushions, which feel more like pillows you'd sleep on, what makes this couch so cozy is that fact that it's quite low to the ground, so getting on and off isn't really a hassle," Cherner adds.

What makes this Lindye Galloway–designed seat stand out is the number of fabric color options. If you're searching for a high-quality, made-to-order design that's lined with plush back cushions, look no further than the Savera sofa. Don't worry, it's available in performance fabric or linen and 84- or 96-inch sizes, providing you with flexibility based on your aesthetic and lifestyle.

A laid-back California approach is what the Atelier sofa is all about. If you want to switch things up, we recommend giving the piece of furniture a try in linen. Galloway emphasizes you don't have to worry about ruining it. "We love linen," she says. "People get a little nervous about it, but it speaks to the California roots in our design and allowing it to feel elevated while also approachable. I want it to feel casual, like someone can just walk in and plop down. I'm a fan of when a sofa looks a bit more lived-in, and linen gives that appeal. Of course, we recommend Scotchgarding it to give it that extra layer of protection. With my kids and cat, ours has held up quite well. Take it from my experience, I'm a good test run."

Few brands craft luxurious sofas like Maiden Home. Rather than offer their loyal clients a bevy of options, which, more often than not, are more stressful than helpful, Maiden Home sells 13 styles, including The Jones, a modular option we are shamelessly obsessed with. We love it in the sea foam green pictured, but if you're into something more neutral, opt for any of the brand's myriad fabric options. Plus, it comes with free white glove delivery because it's made to order, meaning no one is going into a warehouse and pulling out a sofa that's been sitting on a shelf for months.

Prepare to lounge in an ergonomically designed couch that makes movie marathons more physically bearable. From the high-density spongey fill to the multifunctional ottoman, you will never want to get up, and that is totally okay. Plus, if you're trying to squeeze it in a small space, rest assured that there is hidden storage in the ottoman and a pocket on the side for remotes and anything else you'll need on-hand. It also comes in three colors. Of the more than 1,700 reviews, one happy customer said, "We are extremely happy with the purchase of this sofa, if fits perfectly in our smaller living room and it is comfortable. It was very easy to put together and we love that the chaise can be moved around or turned into an ottoman."

With the moody berry blue performance fabric and deep, plush seats, this Burrow sofa is pretty dreamy. As you can imagine, the dream seat is in the corner, against the soft back cushions and the included matching throw pillow. The extended seat along the side is a close second. Choose between four fabric colors and three leg finishes to personalize it to your space. It's also modular, so if this particular configuration doesn't work in your space, switch it up.

West Elm is one of those super reliable brands. You can trust that, even without testing it in person, it will arrive exactly as the website promises. Case in point: This sofa, which is just as comfortable as it looks. One thing we will say, though, is that the cushions aren't sink-in soft. They're a bit overstuffed, which we'd consider a good thing, but it makes for a firmer seat. If you like to sit on pillowy soft sofas, this may not be the one for you. Otherwise, grab it in four sizes and more than 100 fabrics. Did we mention that it includes free white glove delivery?

Not all of the most comfortable couches need thick, plush cushions. In fact, some of the most cozy feature thinner cushions. The secret? Memory foam, which you'd recognize from some luxurious mattresses and pillows. This fabulous find is a sofa by day and a fold-down futon by night. Because it's memory foam, it's just as comfortable. That said, it's not exactly built for the very tall because it's only six feet wide. For context, most twin beds are only three inches longer.

Frontgate has a ton of sofas, but our favorite is the Kahli, which boasts a simple silhouette, rolled arms, and a low-profile frame. It comes in 100 fabrics, so unless you're looking for something with a unique shape (think round), this will work in your space. It also comes in two sizes, so if you're working with a small living room, the 72-inch option will definitely fit.

A chair and a half is basically a sofa, so we're including this extremely plush option because it is too comfortable not to include. Plus, it's almost $1,200 off! That's reason enough to grab it before it's gone for good. It's made with a soy-based polyfoam seat cushion that's wrapped in a fiber-down blend and encased in down-proof ticking, so this will last pretty much forever.

This is another sofa that looks as comfortable as it looks, courtesy of the foam, fiber, and pocket spring-filled seat cushions and included throw pillows (the ones that match, not the pink ones). One customer even said, "So impressed with this sofa. We ordered two for our living room. They are SO comfortable, substantial, and I feel like the fabric is going to hold up well to our dogs. The fabric is more subtle than a traditional boucle which I love. Super impressed!" Well, there you have it.

There's something cozy about a sofa with arms as tall as the back. This Chesterfield sofa, which is on major sale at Wayfair right now, comes in six colors, including the smokey gray pictured here, navy, and a pink so pale it almost looks white. There's also plenty of space for four people to lounge comfortably, which is great because it boasts a weight capacity of 1,200 pounds.

A personal favorite among the House Beautiful editors, this cloud-like dream is perfect for anyone looking for a modular sofa that doesn't sacrifice comfort nor style. Snag it in any of the seven colors, including a gray linen blend or blue velvet, to name a couple. The back cushions are reversible and fully upholstered, so if you want to move them around, feel free. It's also on sale and comes with free delivery, so you officially have no excuses to skip out on this cozy couch.

Anthropologie has an almost unrivaled collection of extremely comfortable couches. If you like to struggle to climb out of a sink-in cushion, this is the sofa for you. The feather-filled cushions are both on the thinner side, but there are two of them, so just try to imagine how comfortable this find is. It's made-to-order so feel free to choose any fabric and color you like.

Leather sofas get a bad rap: They can be hard to clean, stain easily, and are often associated with tasteless bachelor pads. So consider this our PSA to remind you that not all leather couches are tacky. This one, for instance, is one of our favorites because it's so sophisticated and cool. It's also available in six (yes, six) sizes, so it will fit in any space.

Velvet is not only soft to the touch but also adds a moment of elegance to your living space. Case in point: This sofa, which doesn't require any removable cushions because the whole frame, including the arms, is padded for extra comfort. It's also available in 10 velvets, so take your pick and choose wisely because all of these colors are gorgeous.