Koala Wanda Sofa Bed Review
The Koala Wanda Sofa Bed makes up part of the Koala product range that also includes the Koala Cushy Sofa Bed and the popular Koala Mattress.
✏️ Product summary
- 3.5 Seater (Queen Bed)
- 4 colour options
- 120 night trial
- Current best price is $2,360 (queen)
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Purchase and delivery
You can order the Koala Wanda Sofa Bed online (through the Koala website) and it will be delivered to your door.
This product comes in a choice of 4 natural yet modern colours – Blush Sunset, Paperbark, Penguin Parade, and Green Wattle. The sample that we tested was the Paperbark colour option.
Koala offers a number of delivery options. Standard delivery involves Australia-wide delivery with a typical fee of $85 to metro areas. ‘Room Service’ and ‘Premium Delivery’ options include placement of your product into a room of your choice.
For more information about delivery, see our Delivery information section further down.
The Koala Wanda Sofa Bed arrives in 4 heavy boxes so we would strongly recommend having two people available to take delivery and place in your home.
Removing the Koala Wanda Sofa Bed from its packaging should take around 10-15 minutes. As per the assembling video below, we found that it helps to position all of the components strategically before you start the assembling process.
Assembling this sofa bed is relatively straightforward, but again we would recommend two people be on hand to put this product together.
If you opt for the Premium Delivery Service (only available in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane), all of the packaging materials will be removed from your home.
If not, there will be a substantial amount of packaging (cardboard and plastic) to dispose of. So, some planning may be required along with plenty of bin space.
The Koala Wanda Sofa Bed comes with a handy instruction booklet which we found useful.
Dimensions
The Koala Wanda Sofa Bed is 251.5cm wide, 80cm tall, and 175cm deep (on the longer, chaise side). It has a total weight of 155.7kg.
The 3 images below provide a full set of product dimensions.
1. View from front
2. View from front on angle showing storage
3. View from front on angle showing bed mode
Based on the dimensions of this sofa bed, it should fit nicely into most living areas or spare bedrooms.
Product construction
1. Frame
The main from of the Koala Wanda Sofa Bed is made of steel, FSC®-certified poplar, MDF and LVL.
2. Seat Cushion
The seat cushions are made from CertiPUR-US® Certified polyurethane foam.
3. Backrest / Armrest Cushions
The backrest and arm rest cushions are also made from CertiPUR-US® Certified polyurethane foam.
4. Mattress Topper
The core of the mattress topper is made of polyurethane foam whilst the face fabric is made of 65% polyester and 35% Carbon-Zero TENCEL™ Lyocell
The other fabrics in the topper are made of 100% polyester.
5. Seat Platform
The seat platform is made of steel, FSC®-certified poplar, MDF and LVL.
6. Fabrics
The face fabric is made of 70% polyester and 30% recycled polyester.
7. Legs
The legs of the Koala Wanda Sofa Bed are made of FSC®-certified solid American ash.
Comfort and support
The outer fabric covers of this sofa bed feel durable and breathable.
In sofa mode, this product feels exceptionally comfortable and is well balanced with support and softness. It is possibly the most comfortable sofa mode that we have tested to date.
Converting the sofa to bed mode requires a little bit of strength, but should be manageable for most people. It involves the user pulling out the stored bed and pulling the cushion upwards.
Bed mode is completed by adding foam wedges and the mattress topper. This transformation is demonstrated well in the assembling video above.
Bed mode is supportive but comfortable. It should be very serviceable for guests or even medium to long-term sleep arrangements. Essentially, bed mode offers plenty of comfort and support on a nightly basis.
The finer details
The overall build quality of the Koala Wanda Sofa Bed is excellent. The quality of the foams and fabrics is of a high standard, as is the quality of the stitching and finishings.
One of the great features of this sofa bed is the ‘reversible chaise’. This means that you can choose which side you want the (long) chaise side, in sofa mode. The instruction booklet was very helpful in this regard.
Bed mode offers plenty of comfort and support on a nightly basis.
This sofa bed presents beautifully and gives off a modern, stylish look. In sofa mode, it has a nice depth but the seat cushions don’t sit particularly high.
The storage drawer adds even more practicality, and houses the mattress topper and foam pieces when in sofa mode. There is also some additional space for other small items.
It’s worth noting here that the foams used in the Koala Wanda Sofa Bed are certified as non-toxic by CertiPUR-US®. Additionally, The Koala Wanda Sofa Bed uses FSC®-certified poplar, and solid American ash.
Trial period and warranty
The Koala Wanda Sofa Bed comes with a 120 night trial period. This means that you can return the product for a refund if you are not satisfied (conditions do apply).
This product also comes with a 5 year warranty to cover any faulty materials or workmanship. This warranty duration is fairly typical of similarly priced products.
Available sizes
This sofa bed is available in a 3.5 seater sofa that opens up into a queen size mattress.
Here are Australia’s standard bed (mattress) sizes in 2024.
Final verdict
The Koala Wanda Sofa Bed is possibly the best sofa bed on the market. It offers comfort and style, and its reversible chaise design is market-leading. The 120 night trial period is also noteworthy.
Bedbuyer’s rating: 4.9 / 5
If you have any questions about the Koala Wanda Sofa Bed, please comment below.
Retail Prices
- 3.5 Seater (Queen): $2,950
Koala Payment & Finance Options
VISA, Mastercard, AMEX PayPal, AfterPay
Delivery information
1. Standard delivery
The best option if you need your furniture delivered fast. Standard delivery is recommended for smaller items that you can carry and assemble yourself.
Delivers to: Australia-wide
Services:
- Delivered to your front door
- Choose a specific date & time for your delivery (due to size, some products are only available with an all day delivery window)
- Saturday morning delivery for an additional $70
- If you’re not home, we’ll leave your order in a safe place
2. Room service
Opt for Room service if you would like your order delivered to a specific room in your home. Perfect for large orders like Sofa Beds and large size mattresses
Delivers to: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth
Services:
- Delivered to your room of choice in your home
- Choose a specific date for your delivery
3. Premium service
Enjoy your new purchase without needing to lift a finger. We’ll deliver to your room of choice, as well as take care of the assembly, rubbish removal recycling.
Delivers to: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
Services:
- Delivered to your room of choice in your home
- Assembly of all ordered furniture and mattress items
- Removal of all packaging for responsible recycling
- Does not include old furniture removal
Product information – Koala Wanda Sofa Bed
- Weight: 40kgs (Queen mattress)
- Height: 30cm
- Maximum Weight Limit: no weight limit listed
Certifications
1. Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
The Koala Wanda Sofa Bed uses FSC®-certified poplar, and solid American ash.
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is an international, non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting responsible management of the world’s forests.
2. CertiPUR-US®
The Koala Wanda Sofa Bed also uses CertiPUR-US® Certified polyurethane foams.
When you buy products containing certified foam, you can be confident that the flexible polyurethane foam inside meets CertiPUR-US® standards for content, emissions and durability, and has been analysed by independent, accredited testing laboratories.
Materials
1. Frame
Steel & FSC®-certified poplar, MDF and LVL
2. Seat Cushion
CertiPUR-US® Certified Polyurethane foam
3. Backrest / Armrest Cushions
CertiPUR-US® Certified Polyurethane foam
4. Mattress Topper
Core: Polyurethane foam
Face Fabric: 65% polyester, 35% Carbon-Zero TENCEL™ Lyocell
Other Fabric: 100% Polyester
*excluding trims
5. Seat Platform
Steel & FSC®-certified poplar, MDF and LVL
6. Fabrics
Face Fabric: 70% Polyester, 30% Recycled Polyester
7. Legs
FSC®-certified Solid American ash
How the Wanda Sofa Bed (Queen) Arrives to You
Box 1
Seat
- Dimensions: W119 × D93 × H44cm
- Boxed weight: 56kg
Box 2
Chaise & Backrest Cushions
- Dimensions: W171 × D92 × H44cm
- Boxed weight: 68.5kg
Box 3
Armrests & Topper
- Dimensions: W102 × D63 × H56cm
- Boxed weight: 37.5kg
Box 4
Backrests & Fittings
- Dimensions: W119 × D63 × H56cm
- Boxed weight: 37.5kg
120 Night Trial
1. Give our products a 120-night trial; if they don’t suit you, we’ll refund your purchase entirely.
2. Free returns available in major Australian metro areas.
3. For returns, simply disassemble furniture, fold mattresses, and keep original packaging for mattresses and upholstered items.
Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane metro customers can also select premium delivery that includes assembly and rubbish removal at an additional cost.
The following information is provided by Koala. It does not necessarily reflect our review above.
Wanda is the ultimate chaise sofa, daybed, and queen-sized bed — all in one.
Four reasons to love the Wanda Sofa Bed
Multi-use design
A versatile chaise, daybed and queen bed in one — ideal for lounging, naps or sleepovers.
Reversible chaise
A chaise that switches sides effortlessly to restyle your room, or move it with ease.
Hidden storage
Deep storage that’s perfect for blankets, pillows or gadgets, keeping your living space tidy.
Tool-less assembly
Just two gumnuts — that’s all it takes for easy, tool-free setup so you can relax in minutes.
What a Wanda-ful world.
Home. Your perfectly imperfect palace, and the sofa is its heart. So why settle? Meet Wanda. The sofa that does it all — a stylish chaise sofa for lounging, a daybed for relaxing, a queen-sized bed for sleepovers, and hidden storage to tuck away all life’s little surprises.
Style up your space
Wanda is all about the design details. From its smooth curves to its balanced proportion and flowing lines, every inch is crafted with style in mind. It’s the perfect blend of modern design with everyday comfort.
We know our sit.
Solo. Together. Legs up. Legs out. Half-half. However you sit, we take it seriously to deliver comfort in any position. With full-sized sofa proportions, deep seats and a reversible chaise for stretch-out-ability. Plus, seats angled perfectly for sink-back comfort.
Fold out. Drift off.
Turn your world upside down in just two steps. That’s all it takes to transform Wanda from a stylish sofa into a queen-sized bed, engineered with the perfect sleep angle. It also comes with a ‘comfort kit’ including a plush Kloudcell® topper for cloud-like support.
Fabulous fabrics
We designed Wanda to be as beautiful as it is comfortable. It comes in four stylish, contemporary colours inspired by the Australian landscape. And it’s upholstered in luxe demi-bouclé fabrics made with at least 30% recycled materials. Looks good, feels good, and does good.
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