The Best Sofa Beds for Small Spaces

Which types of sofa beds are best for small spaces?

Compact 2-seater sofa beds

A 2-seater sofa bed gives you proper seating during the day without swallowing the room, then opens out to a single or small double at night. They're the obvious starting point if your living room or spare room is short on space. Look for slim arms and a shallow depth if floor space is tight.

Futon sofa beds

A futon uses a simple frame with a fold-out mattress base rather than a sprung mechanism, giving you a low-profile sofa by day and a bed by night. With less bulk inside the frame, futons tend to be lighter and easier to shift around than a traditional sofa bed.

Modular sofa beds

A modular sofa bed is made up of separate sections you can rearrange to fit an awkward corner or narrow room, then reconfigure into a sleeping shape when needed. That flexibility is useful if your space doesn't fit a standard rectangular sofa or if you may want to move it to another room later down the line.

Sofa beds with storage

Some sofa beds hide a drawer or lift-up base beneath the seat, giving you somewhere to keep spare bedding, cushions or pillows without needing extra furniture.

Single chair sofa beds

A single sofa chair bed takes up the least floor space of any option here, seating one comfortably by day and unfolding into a single bed by night. It's a smart choice for a home office, box room or studio flat, where a full-size sofa wouldn't fit.

For a full breakdown of the different types of sofa beds, read our sofa bed buying guide.

The best small sofa beds

1. SOLACE+CO Skyler 2 Seater Sofa Bed Velvet

Best for: small living rooms and guest rooms that need a stylish everyday sofa

Sizes available: 2 seater (H82/92cm x W160cm x D94.5cm, folds out to 187cm)

Colours available: bottle green, navy blue

Materials available: velvet upholstery, eucalyptus wood and plywood frame

The Skyler pairs a luxurious velvet finish with a pull-out bed that's there when you need it and out of sight when you don't. Medium-firm foam cushions keep the seating comfortable day to day, and the compact 160cm width means it won't dominate a smaller room. This is one of the best small sofa beds if you want something that still looks like proper furniture.

Pros:

• Compact footprint for a 2-seater
• Plush velvet finish
• Generously cushioned seating
• Delivered fully assembled

Cons:

• Only available in two colours, so limited choice if bottle green or navy velvet doesn't suit your scheme

2. Dorel Kebo Futon Velvet

Best for: a studio flat or first home needing an easy-to-move, budget-friendly sofa bed

Sizes available: one size (H73.6cm x W175.2cm x D81.2cm, pulls out to H36.8cm x W175.2cm x D96.5cm)

Colours available: black and grey

Materials available: microfibre upholstery, lightweight frame

The Kebo strips things right back to a simple frame with a fold-out mattress base, so there's no bulky mechanism hiding inside. Its lightweight build means it's easy to shift between rooms, or even up a flight of stairs, while the soft microfibre finish keeps the look clean and minimal. It’s a straightforward, compact option for a first flat.

Pros:

• Lightweight and easy to move
• Simple fold-out action
• Affordable

Cons:

• Longer lead time than some of our other sofa beds, so it's worth ordering ahead if you need it by a set date

3. Jay-Be® Footstool Bed

Best for: a home office, box room, or any spot that can only spare room for one extra seat

Sizes available: one size (footstool L89cm x D72cm x H46cm, unfolds to L213cm x D72cm)

Colours available: a wide range of colourways

Materials available: FSC-certified wood frame, choice of upholstery fabrics, e-Fibre mattress

At rest, this is simply an upholstered footstool, taking up barely any floor space at all. Roll it out, and it unfolds into a single bed with a deep-quilted e-Fibre mattress, ready for a guest in seconds. The FSC-certified frame and fully recyclable mattress make it a thoughtful choice too, not just a space-saving one.

Pros:

• Smallest footprint of any option
• Huge choice of fabrics to match your room
• Sustainably sourced frame and mattress

Cons:

• The mattress is designed for occasional guest use rather than as an everyday bed

4. Limelight Remi Fabric Sofa Bed

Best for: flats and narrower living rooms where a slim profile matters

Sizes available: one size (L190 x D90 x H86 cm, unfolds to L190 x D116 x H47 cm)

Colours available: grey and cream

Materials available: soft sherpa-style fabric upholstery

The Limelight Remi Fabric Sofa bed features adjustable arms on both sides, letting you fine-tune the seating, while black chrome feet and clean piping keep the look sharp rather than bulky. The click-clack mechanism means the Remi lies flat without needing to be pulled forward, which suits rooms where you can't get all the way around a sofa.

Pros:

• Slim design suited to tighter rooms
• Adjustable arms
• Simple click-clack action

Cons:

• Only two colourways, so less choice if you want a bolder shade

5. Hyton Sofa Bed

Best for: anyone wanting a statement piece that doesn’t take over the room

Sizes available: one size (H90cm x W156cm x D89.5cm, unfolds to W138cm x L188.5cm)

Colours available: Burnt orange and olive

Materials available: velvet upholstery

While some sofa beds play it safe and blend into the background, the Hyton stands out boldly and vibrantly in any room. It's upholstered in rich velvet across two striking shades, so it can act as the focal point of a small room rather than just filling a gap. The supportive frame and plush cushioning mean it holds its own as a daily sofa, with the bed function there for guests or multifunctional living.

Pros:

• Bold colour choices
• Plush velvet feel
• Doubles as a proper style statement

Cons:

• The richer finish comes at a higher price point than our other picks here

6. Dorel Brittany Two Seater Sofa Bed

Best for: a small living room wanting a contemporary look at a mid-range price

Sizes available: one size, 2 seater (H80cm x W207cm x D87.6cm, unfolds to H40.6cm x W179cm x D109.2cm)

Colours available: dark grey, green, light blue, orange, mustard and navy blue

Materials available: linen upholstery, sturdy wooden frame

Ribbed, tufted cushioning and slanted oak-coloured legs give the Brittany a distinct silhouette, and the wide colour range means it's easy to match to an existing scheme. The sturdy wooden frame keeps things stable both as a sofa and once converted to a bed, and self-assembly keeps delivery straightforward. The compact 2-seater size means it can squeeze into the smallest spaces.

Pros:

• Wide choice of colours
• Sturdy wooden frame
• Distinctive rounded design

Cons:

• Self-assembly required, so you'll need to set aside some time to build it

7. LPD Brighton Orange Fabric Sofa Bed

Best for: a small room that needs a pop of colour

Sizes available: one size (H76cm x W180cm x D85cm, unfolds to W180cm x L100cm)

Colours available: orange and grey

Materials available: soft velvet upholstery

The Brighton features piped detailing and curved chrome legs that give it a contemporary shape, while the click-clack mechanism keeps the transformation from sofa to bed straightforward. The vibrant orange finish makes it a stand-out choice if the rest of your décor is on the quieter side.

Pros:

• Bright and neutral colour choices
• Simple click-clack mechanism
• Chrome legs add a modern touch

Cons:

• No armrests reduce support if used as everyday seating

8. Toward Chaise Sofa Bed

Best for: an open-plan or L-shaped room with a little extra length to spare

Sizes available: one size (H88cm x W95cm x D166cm, extends to H47cm x W95cm x D184cm)

Colours available: olive and navy

Materials available: chenille upholstery

The Toward moves between three positions: sofa, recliner, and bed, and its pop-up section extends the chaise for stretching out or adds further sleeping space overnight. The chenille fabric is soft to the touch and easy to keep looking good, making this a flexible pick for studio living or a multifunctional room.

Pros:

• Three usable positions
• Pop-up section adds flexibility
• Durable chenille fabric

Cons:

• The chaise section needs a bit more room length than a straightforward 2-seater. Read our guide to measuring a sofa to check if it will fit in your room.

Whether you need a slimline click-clack sofa bed for a narrow flat, a footstool bed for a room with barely any space to spare, or a 3-seater with storage tucked underneath, there's a sofa to make the most of what you've got. If you're still weighing up styles, our best sofa beds guide and small bedroom ideas offer more advice on utilising small spaces. Or browse our full sofa beds range to compare everything in one place.