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15 Best and Most Comfortable L-Shaped Sofas
The hard part will be not spending your entire life on it.
L-shaped sofas are the pinnacle of great furniture. They offer more space than a love seat or futon, but they don't take up a large amount of space like a sectional can. With a bit of a seat and a bit of a chaise, they're the best of both comfy-seating worlds.
Here we pulled 15 L-shaped sofas that do the job best. They vary in price—some luxury, some affordable. They vary in material—some leather, some linen. And they vary in size. Some are old-school; some are modern masterpieces. Some come with a chaise, like those from Castlery and Article, while others have more modular setups with an ottoman that you can clip on or leave separated, like those from CB2 and Burrow.
No matter what combination of traits they have, all these couches are incredibly comfortable. These couches also have some of the best materials, like soft, plushy velvet and stain-resistant performance fabrics. They're made to be lived on and last long—the differences all come down to personal preferences. We tested out a bunch of L-shaped sectionals to find the best ones. Buy from this list and you won't be disappointed.
Pros
Versatile
Mid-century modern design
Good for small spaces
Cons
Setup costs extra
Might be too small for a large family
Castlery's chaise is an excellent choice for many rooms, with a style and color combination that works with many tastes. Choose from a left- or right-facing L, done up in a neutral fabric color or a cognac leather. It fits three people comfortably.
Dimensions | 100" W x 66.9" D x 34.1" H |
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Fabric | Fabric or Leather |
Material Fill | Foam and Fiber |
Pros
Customizable configuration
Comes in fun colorways
Modern look
Cons
Doesn't come with pillows
Low-ground design not for everyone
Floyd home's modular sectional has a modern aesthetic and is great for outfitting a big space. Like all things Floyd, the construction is simple but with options for you to build out and add on at your leisure. The deep seat and wide arms are not to be missed.
Dimensions | 115.5" W x 88" D x 27.4" H |
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Fabric | Polyester |
Material Fill | Double-Layer Foam |
Pros
Budget-friendly
Ships fast
Minimal look
Cons
Sells out often
Time-consuming assembly
L-shaped couches tend to be on the pricier side, but they don't have to be. Case in point, this Williamspace sectional. It's comfy and roomy, and it transforms spaces from stilted to cozy.
Dimensions | 110.6" W x 68.9" D x 32.7" H |
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Fabric | Polyester |
CB2 Mattea Sectional Sofa

CB2 Mattea Sectional Sofa
Pros
Removable cushions
Super plush design
Deep cushions
Modern look
Cons
Pricey
Long shipping time
Cloudlike design has less structure
CB2's Mattea sofa has wide, low cushions that are both interesting to look at and extremely comfortable to sit on. This one is covered in a performance linen, which feels luxurious but isn't quite so precious as some other fancy fabrics tend to be.
Dimensions | 127.5" W x 37.5" D x 29.5" H |
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Fabric | Cotton, Poly, Linen Blend |
Material Fill | Foam Core Seat with Polyfiber and Feather Blend |
Sundays Movie Night Sectional

Sundays Movie Night Sectional
Pros
Perfect sofa for bingeing movies and TV
Plush cushions and pillows
Ottoman makes it really functional
Cons
A little too much sink-down for some
Upholstery is limited and all muted
For us, a big part of the L-shaped sofa equation is comfort, and we assume it's the same for you. With regards to comfort, we've never found anything better than the Sundays Movie Night Sectional.
Dimensions | 135" W x 90" D x 32" H |
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Fabric | 36% Polyester, 26% Cotton, 16% Linen, 22% Viscose |
Fill Material | Feather-Fiber Blend |
Soho Home Reya Chaise-End Sofa

Soho Home Reya Chaise-End Sofa
Pros
Phenomenal fabrics
Sofa is in a classic shape, easy to incorporate
Legs give the sofa some height, making your space feel more airy
Cons
High price tag
Only linen or velvet offered
When it comes to materials, especially upholstery, no one does it better than Soho Home. The linens are crisp and durable. The velvets pop with color. The performance fabrics work as advertised.
For the Reya sofa, Soho Home takes those amazing fabrics and sticks them on a simple shape. It makes a sofa that's elevated but easy to work into your current home decor.
Dimensions | 95" W x 63" D x 35" H |
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Fabrics | Linen or Velvet |
Pros
Nice and wide, great for lounging
Cushions are perfect—not too firm, not too soft
We really like this chenille fabric
Cons
Too large for some spaces
Only one upholstery option
If you want something wide and regal, Arhaus is our place for that. The brand makes great luxury sofas, and the Kaplan is one such example. Here we really love the extra-wide chaise. If you've got the space for it, it really takes movie nights to a new level.
Dimensions | 126" W x 72" D x 31" H |
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Fabric | Poly Chenille |
Fill Material | Foam |
The Citizenry Helm Sofa

The Citizenry Helm Sofa
Pros
Gives you the freedom to move the ottoman around
Beautiful look
Nice height, especially compared to modern low-slung sofas
Cons
Expensive
Buy ottoman and couch separately
Pair with the Helm Ottoman ($1999)
Yeah, yeah, this isn't an L-shaped sofa from the start. We just love this Citizenry sofa so much that we have to work it in. To be fair, it's L-shaped if you purchase the matching ottoman and use it to extend the couch to a chaise.
We love the feel of this couch, but it really is the look that wins us over. The walnut-wood frame paired with the muted fabrics looks so good.
Fabrics | Canvas, Linen, Velvet, and Performance Plush |
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Fill Material | Foam |
West Elm Haven Leather Sectional

West Elm Haven Leather Sectional
Pros
Durable
Develops a handsome patina over time
Simple shape
Options for vegan and traditional leather
Cons
A bit low-slung
More expensive because of the leather
We love a leather sofa. They are incredibly durable, and they look better with age. It's one of those things that's a classic for a reason.
As far as a leather L-shaped sectional goes, we like this one from West Elm. The leather is high-quality, and you can feel that when you're on it. Plus, the shape is simple, so the sofa looks great in any space you put it in.
Dimensions | 108" W x 89" D x 33" H |
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Fabrics | Leather and Faux Leather |
Fill Material | Down Alternative Around Foam Cores |
Article Abisko Plush Left Sectional

Article Abisko Plush Left Sectional
Pros
Easy to assemble
Comes in neutral and fun colorways
Great for small spaces
Cons
Better for seating two people
Known to sink over time
Article has been an Internet-favorite brand for quite some time, and it has really earned the right. It's always coming out with cool, mid-century-modern-twinged furniture that feels perfectly updated. We love the feel of this golden velvet couch, which is giving '70s in the good ways only.
Dimensions | 94.5" W x 28" H x 63.5" D |
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Fabric | Velvet or Fabric |
Fill Material | Foam |
Burrow Range 4-Piece Sectional Lounger

Burrow Range 4-Piece Sectional Lounger
Pros
Ottoman add-on
Stain-resistant fabric
Great for apartment living
Cons
Firm for some
Low-back design offers less back support
For a simple L-shaped couch that gets the job done and won't disappoint you in its comfort, performance, or longevity, get this one we've tried out from Burrow.
Choose from four neutral fabric colors (stone gray, heather charcoal, navy blue, or moss green) and three leg finishes (walnut, oak, or black metal). Plus, you can rearrange the four pieces as you wish and easily add additional cushions later.
Dimensions | 91.5" W x 60.5" D x 28" H |
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Fabric | Woven Stain-Resistant Olefin |
Maiden Home The Muir Sectional

Maiden Home The Muir Sectional
Pros
Built-in side table
Made with handcrafted wood
Long-lasting quality
Very chic look
Cons
Pricey
Wood design not for everyone
If you're okay with spending a whole lot of money on a couch, you can't go wrong with this stylized Maiden Home one. It's honestly more than a couch: Its detailed wooden frame makes it a piece of decor to build the rest of your room around. Of course, the cushions are extremely comfortable, too. An investment piece worth planning for.
Dimensions | Various Options |
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Fabric | Textured Linen |
Fill Material | Memory Foam with Down, Feathers, and Fiber |
Rove Concepts Milo Sleeper Sectional

Rove Concepts Milo Sleeper Sectional
Pros
Customizable
Great for small spaces
Offers an extra sleeping space
Classic look
Cons
Pullout couch awkwardly sized for sheets
Pricey
Rove Concepts makes an L-shaped sofa that turns into a bed with minimal exerted effort required. The couch is soft and comfortable, and there is a whole host of other similarly designed furniture that you can outfit a whole room with. The top cushions fold out to make for a spacious sleeping area.
Dimensions | 88" W x 69" D x 31.5" H |
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Fabric | Felt |
Fill Material | Polyurethane Foam |
Cushion Material | Foam and Goose Feathers |
Hay Mags Soft Low One-Arm Wide Sectional

Hay Mags Soft Low One-Arm Wide Sectional
Pros
Many (fun) color options
Trendy style
Soft cushions
Cons
Longer shipping times
Low design not for everyone
Hay's low, one-armed sectional has a modern, modular look with a nearly limitless selection of configurations and color options. There are more than 40 color and fabric combinations to make it look just how you want.
Dimensions | 109.5" W x 28" H x 53" D |
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Fabric | Fabric Upholstery |
Fill Material | Polyurethane Foam and Feather Cushions |
Latitude Run Gwendoly Sofa and Chaise

Latitude Run Gwendoly Sofa and Chaise
Pros
Under $1000
Works for small rooms
Deep, cozy cushions
Cons
Too small for some
Not the best quality but gets the job done
For an L-shaped couch that doesn't take up a lot of real estate, this sofa and chaise combo is a great option. The soft corduroy fabric is neutral but adds texture to the space.
Dimensions | 89.5" W x 33" H x 65" D |
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Fabric | Corduroy |
Fill Material | Foam |
How We Test L-Shaped Sofas

Don't just trust our picks. Take a look at our grading criteria.
Comfort: This is where we're different from other places. We're not just basing our opinions on Amazon reviews. We hit the showrooms and try these things out. To get a spot on our list of the most comfortable sectionals, a sofa has to be, well, comfortable.
Materials: This goes hand in hand with comfort: The upholstery needs to feel nice. Plus, it has to wear well, and the frame needs to be designed to last.
Price: We'll never recommend cheap stuff just because it's cheap, but we'll always hunt for a good deal. We like to find that balance.
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More practically, we hit the showrooms and we talk with brands. We've tried a bunch of these sofas in our homes. We've got good taste, and we know which materials and constructions are made to last the longest. We are your on-call Internet decorators.
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