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Sofa sales: where to shop for cheap sofa deals
Our experts hand-pick some of the best deals on popular sofa brands, including John Lewis and Next
A new sofa is a big investment, so finding a good deal can save you a lot of money.
As well as picking the right sofa for your space, you'll also want to get a great deal on the most comfortable, highest-quality and longest-wearing sofa you can afford.
That's why we scour the retailer sites to bring you the best sofa deals.
Best sofa deals
We’ve already found your favourite sofa brands on the market. In our July 2023 survey of sofa brands, we asked over 4,000 of our members to rate their sofas on factors including comfort, durability and quality.
All the sales we recommend here are from brands that did reasonably well in our survey, but you'll have to visit our best sofa shops to find out which ones came out top.
Note: Discount percentages and ‘before’ prices stated are according to the brands
Our pick: 20% off home furniture at Argos
Sale dates: While stocks last
We like: Huge savings available
We don’t like: Not many leather sofas in the sale
Argos is offering 20% off its home furniture ranges, including its sofas with code FURN20, .
There are plenty of types on offer, including modern and traditional sofas, recliners, and accent chairs. You can expect to pay around £1,000 for a two-seater sofa.
This is a great sale if you are looking for a larger sofa on a medium budget.
To find out how John Lewis and other popular brands did in our survey of sofa owners, see our guide to the best sofa shops
Best mid-range and budget sofa deals
Clearance sale at Next
Sale dates: While stocks last
We like: Huge savings available
We don’t like: Only certain sizes available for most ranges
Next currently has huge savings available on clearance sofas. Most only come in one or two sizes, so this is a great sale if you aren't too picky on design.
Both two-seaters and large corner sofas are available for £1,000.
Sale on nkuku armchairs at John Lewis
Sale dates: While stocks last
We like: Delivery is within two weeks
We don’t like: Only armchairs available
John Lewis has slashed the price of its nkuku armchairs by 20%, while stocks last.
These rustic-style armchairs come in striped or green linen fabric and would be a great addition to any homely or earth-toned living room.
However, even after the discount, they aren't cheap - they still cost around £900 in the sale.
Need more inspiration? Check out our sofa buying guide
Best luxury sofa deals
Himolla sale at Lucas Furniture
Sale dates: Ongoing
We like: Discounts on 17 premium sofa ranges
We don’t like: Himolla make a specific style of sofa which might not be for everyone
Lucas furniture is offering between £500 and £1,300 off its Himolla sofas.
Himolla makes leather sofas in mid-century and modern designs. The sofas are expensive - starting at around £2,000 for a leather recliner armchair.
However, if you are looking for an investment sofa, and you are willing to search around for an offer that works for you, this sale is worth checking out.
Best sofa bed deals
Spring sale at DFS
Sale dates: Ongoing
We like: Fold-out sofa beds available
We don’t like: Only two ranges available
It's not a great time to buy a sofa bed if you are looking for a bargain - the best sofa bed sale we could find was at DFS, which currently has two sofa beds on sale.
Their Lorella (£1,049) and Orlby (£849) sofa beds are both fold-out beds, which have separate mattresses. These tend to be the most comfortable sofa beds, as they most closely mimic the sensation of sleeping on a proper bed.
See our sofa bed buying guide for more advice
When is a good time to buy a sofa?
You might think that the Christmas and Black Friday periods are a great time to buy a sofa, but this isn’t always the case. In fact, our analysis of 208 discounted products at eight major home and tech retailers found that only 2% of items were at their best price on Black Friday.
Check out our full report for more information.
Instead, try looking for discounts during these key sales periods:
- End-of-season sales: before the start of a new sales period, brands often want to get rid of old stock, so this can be a great time to grab a bargain
- Summer: people tend to focus on home improvements more in winter, so you can often find good promotions running at the opposite time
- Late winter: after the Black Friday rush, many brands will continue to offer great savings
Remember that a lot of stores will run sales for a large portion of the year, so it might be worth tracking an item you want for a few weeks – or months, if you can wait – to see what happens to the price.
How much do I need to spend to get a good sofa?
The answer really depends on the brand.
In our customer survey of more than 4,000 Which? members, we found some cheaper brands that really shone, and some expensive brands that were rated poorly. Don’t just take the price or brand name as an indicator of quality.
The price also depends on the material you want, and any additional extras. You can get a great-quality fabric sofa for much cheaper than a great-quality leather sofa.
Finally, make sure that you consider the longevity of your sofa. In our survey, we found that readers with a faux leather sofa were significantly more likely to report that their sofa was damaged compared with other materials.
Buying a cheaper sofa might cost less initially, but if you want to keep it looking newer for longer (or you have kids and pets), it might be worth spending a little more.
You can read more about this investigation, and our tips for buying a durable sofa, in our guide to why you shouldn’t buy a faux leather sofa.
What happens if I’m not happy with my sofa when it arrives?
Most sofa shops offer a cooling-off period, during which you can return your sofa – provided you haven’t used it, and it’s still in the original packaging.
This means that if your sofa comes and you decide that you don’t like it, or it doesn’t fit in your room, you can return it.
These periods generally range between 14 and 30 days.
Check out our guide to cooling-off periods for more information.
Bear in mind that this doesn’t always apply to bespoke items or sales items (especially clearance sales), so check before you buy.
You can find out more in our guide: What are my rights when I shop in a sale?
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