With so many options on the market today, choosing the best sofa bed can be nothing short of overwhelming.
So, what are the best sofa beds available in Australia? Bedbuyer’s team of sleep experts give you their top picks in 2024!
Australia’s Best Sofa Beds
To help with your selection, we have discussed the key features of each product below. We have also included our exclusive discounts along with a direct link to the shop page.
Be sure to read to the end for some handy tips before you buy, and please leave a comment (at the bottom of this article) if you have any questions!
🥇 Best Sofa Bed
1. Koala Cushy Sofa Bed
From $1,691.50 (3-Seater, Queen)
The Koala Cushy Sofa Bed is available for delivery Australia wide and is one of the best, all round sofa beds on the market. It is comfortable, easy to assemble, and is reasonably priced.
This sofa bed makes up part of Koala’s popular product range that also includes the iconic Koala Mattress. It can be conveniently ordered online through the Koala website and offers the choice of 6 different colours, two of which make up a ‘luxe edition’.
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This product in ‘sofa mode’ has a comfortable, but supportive feel. We found it be more comfortable than many sofas that we have tested in the big retail stores.
It only takes a matter of seconds to transfer this product into ‘bed mode’. The sleep surface has a firm and supportive feel, but it should offer enough comfort for short-term or longer-term sleep arrangements. If you do share this bed, partner disturbance shouldn’t be a major problem.
This product from Koala is available in 3 sizes – a 1.5 seater (single bed), 2.5 seater (double bed), and a 3 seater (queen bed). It comes with a 120 night trial period, so you can return it for a full refund if you are not satisfied. Its 5 year warranty is also noteworthy.
2. Ecosa Rio
$1,386 (3-Seater, Queen)
The Ecosa Rio Sofa Bed is a practical sofa bed that is remarkably easy to assemble. It is available in 4 sizes and comes in several modern colours.
This product can be conveniently ordered online through the Ecosa website. It forms part of the Ecosa product range that also includes the popular Ecosa Mattress.
The Ecosa Rio Sofa Bed in ‘sofa’ mode is comfortable and supportive. The firmness levels of the arm rests and back support are spot on, and it is a lovely sofa in its own right.
Converting this product into ‘bed mode’ is easy. By simply pulling out the backrest, it converts into a handy bed in seconds. As with most sofa beds, the sleep surface in bed mode has a firm and supportive feel, and the mattress should accommodate people of all sizes.
This is a very neat product from Ecosa and would be a handy addition to most households. It comes with a 100 night trial period, so you can return it for a full refund if you are not satisfied. It also comes with a 5 year warranty.
3. Emma Sofa Bed
$1,213.92 (3-Seater, Queen)
The Emma Sofa Bed is a highly practical sofa bed that is available in a 3-seater (queen) size. It forms part of the popular Emma product range that also includes the prominent Emma Comfort Mattress.
This product can be conveniently ordered online through the Emma website. Delivery is free (Australia-wide) and Emma can do next day delivery to some metro areas. It is available in a trendy dark grey colour that should suit most decor themes.
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This product is very easy to assemble and only requires you to align the armrest rails and flip up the backrest. It does not require any tools as part of the assembling process, making it one of the easiest sofa beds to assemble.
‘Sofa mode’ has a firm yet comfortable feel. The product depth, height, and armrest positions have been cleverly designed, so it should accommodate most people comfortably.
Transforming this device into ‘bed mode’ is straightforward and it converts into a handy bed in seconds. Its 100 night trial period also gives the buyer plenty of after-sale security.
4. Zeek Sofa Bed
$1,329 (3-Seater)
The Zeek Sofa Bed does not require any assembling, making it a breeze to set up. It is a available in a range of colours (silver, dark grey, or cobalt) so it should blend nicely into any interior colour theme.
This beauty from Zeek can be conveniently ordered online through the Zeek website. Delivery is free (Australia-wide) and delivery times will vary depending on your location. Delivery times to metro areas are typically between 5-9 business days.
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In terms of sizing, this product comes in a 3-seater size and a 1-seater size. The 3-seater opens up to a mattress size that is very close to a queen size mattress. Similarly, the 1-seater opens up to dimensions that are very close to a single size mattress.
As mentioned above, this sofa bed comes ready to use. So, once you remove the box and packaging, you won’t need to fit any pieces together or insert any screws or bolts. All other sofa beds that we have tested do require assembling of some kind.
Transforming this device into ‘bed mode’ is easy and it becomes a handy bed in seconds. The mattress portion has a firm and supportive feel, making it suitable for guests or temporary sleep arrangements.
5. Koala Stunner
From $1,946.50 (3-Seater, Queen Bed)
The Koala Stunner Sofa Bed is an excellent product and forms the flagship model in Koala’s popular sofa bed range that also includes the popular Koala Cushy Sofa Bed.
This product can be ordered online through the Koala website. It comes in 3 different colours and is available in a 3-seater (double bed) size and a 3-seater (queen bed) size.
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The Koala Stunner Sofa Bed does not require any additional tools as part of the assembling process. With that said, we would highly recommend that 2 people be available during the set up process.
In ‘sofa’ mode, it is nicely balanced with comfort and support. To convert it into ‘bed mode’, you simply pull out the storage drawers and bed portion of the sofa. This only takes a matter of seconds.
This product comes with a 120 night trial period, so you can return it for a full refund if you are not satisfied. This product is a first-class sofa bed that offers the flexibility of a comfortable sofa and a highly serviceable bed.
6. Zeek Snug Pod
$294 (Midi Size)
Although not a traditional sofa bed, the Zeek Snug Pod can be converted from a ‘bean bag style’ mode, to a comfortable mattress.
The Zeek Snug Pod can be conveniently ordered online through the Zeek website, and it will arrive at your door in a box. Delivery is free and the product can be shipped Australia wide.
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The Zeek Snug Pod has an outer cover that uses a child safe, zip mechanism. This cover encases the the ‘inner pod’ which is filled with shredded foam. In ‘bean bag’ mode, this foam moulds to the body beautifully and has a distinct ‘relaxation’ vibe.
The pod also cleverly converts into a mattress. This conversion involves unzipping the outer cover and shaking the inner pod until it forms into a flat shape. This can be used as a very serviceable spare mattress or even a kids pay area.
This convertible bean bag is available in 3 sizes and is a highly innovative lifestyle product. It comes with a removable and washable cover, and would be a handy addition to many homes.
Before you make your purchase, there are few important things to consider. Let’s take a look at a few things to keep in mind when selecting your new product.
What is a sofa bed?
As the name suggests, a sofa bed is a device that can be transformed from a sofa into a bed, and back again.
Sofa Beds have always been popular in Australia. This popularity has increased in recent times as more Aussies move into apartment style accommodation and space saving sleep options become more desirable.
Koala Cushy Sofa Bed (Paperbark, Luxe Edition)
These versatile devices are often used to accommodate guests, removing the need for a seperate guest bedroom. They are also handy for kids sleep overs, family movie nights, or a kids play area.
Price
As you would expect, there is a wide range of prices in this market. Prices start from around $500 (3-Seater) with some setting you back many thousands.
We would recommend spending at least $1,000 (3-Seater) on a sofa bed, with the $2,000 mark being the price point where quality is typically high.
Delivery
Sofa beds are usually delivered to your home in a number of boxes. Some of these boxes can be heavy, so we would highly recommend having at least two people be available to take delivery.
Many delivery companies are not authorised to place boxes into your home. So, you may need to carry these boxes yourself into the relevant room of your house.
Some products are easy to assemble, whereas others take a bit more time and effort. If you’re looking for a sofa bed that is easy to assemble, they don’t get much easier than the Emma or the Ecosa Rio.
Practicality and storage
Aside from the obvious practicality of having a device that converts to and from a sofa and bed, some products contain cleverly designed storage areas. These additional storage spaces will certainly add to the appeal of having a sofa bed in your home.
For example, the Koala Stunner has two spacious drawers underneath. These can be used to fit cushions, magazines, and other household times.
Another example of handy storage space is in the Emma Sofa Bed. The top of the armrests can be lifted up to reveal a handy compartment, perfect for cushions or other small items.
Sofa and bed sizes
It’s important to be aware that sofa beds come in a number of sizes. These size listings typically include a sofa size (e.g. 3-Seater) and then the size of the corresponding bed size (e.g. Queen size).
It’s important to know that the size of the sofa does not correlate to a specific bed size. For example, the Koala Stunner (3-Seater) opens up to a double size bed. In contrast, the Emma (3-Seater) opens into a queen bed.
Also, neither of the two sizes of the Ecosa Rio (3 seater or 2.5 seater) transform into a mattress size that does not match any Australian standard dimensions.
So you can see that there is no consistency when it comes to matching the size of the sofa and the size of the bed. This is relevant for knowing how much sleeping space you will have and knowing what size linen (and bedding) you will need.
It’s interesting to note also that some products come in multiple sizes (e.g. a 1.5 seater, a 2.5 seater, and a 3 seater), whereas some only come in one size.
So, make sure you check the sizes of both the sofa and bed so that you are fully aware of what space you have available for sitting and sleeping.
Colour and styling
As mentioned in some of the options above, many products come in a variety of colours. This allows the buyer to select a colour that will match the colour theme and decor of the interior surroundings.
Sofa beds are commonly used in a living area as a normal couch, so they form an important piece of furniture in the household. Make sure you that you choose your colour wisely so that your product blends in effortlessly into your living space.
How good is the bed?
The bed portion of many sofa beds is very serviceable. Most beds are relatively firm and many have low levels of partner disturbance.
As the mattress portion essentially is an extension of the sofa, it is typically made of fabric and foam. This is different to a traditional innerspring mattress that usually has a good level of bounce to it, often termed as ‘responsiveness’.
Many of these (sofa bed) mattresses can be used regularly, but for long term use, some may require the comfort of a good quality, innerspring mattress.
Nevertheless, with most products, mattress mode will be totally adequate for short or medium-term sleep arrangements.
So there you have it! If you have any questions about your purchase, please comment below or don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here to help!
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