12 Affordable Cloud Couch Dupes to Get the Trendy Look for Way Less

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You’re in good company if you’ve aspired to own Restoration Hardware’s Cloud Sofa, one of the buzziest pieces of furniture on the market. The sofa, also known simply as the Cloud couch, launched in 2015 to acclaim from the design community for its sleek aesthetic and unparalleled comfort, and has since gained a mass following, including celebrity enthusiasts like Kerry Washington and Kendall Jenner. The catch? The RH version can cost anywhere from $5,000 to a staggering $20,000, which is why shopping for the best Cloud couch dupes is often a more sensible way to get the look in your home.

Especially if you’re on a budget, it’s a no-brainer to opt for one of these alternatives priced at a fraction of the cost. Each dupe offers several features similar to the original, such as white performance fabric, deep cushions, and feather down filling. Additionally, like the RH Cloud Sofa, many of these couches have a modular construction that offers the flexibility to choose a size and layout that best suits your space. With dupe options starting at just over $1,000, you can potentially slash several thousand dollars off the total cost, and instead use that money to cover the costs of other great deals on home decor.

To find the best dupes, we scoured online reviews and consulted with Dianna Baros, who has run her blog, The Budget Babe since 2007 and specializes in finding designer looks for less. Read on to see the Internet's most highly rated cloud couch alternatives, as well as Dianna’s general tips and tricks to guide your search.

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Harmony Sofa

This modern sofa checks all the same boxes as the RH original and still comes in at under $3,000 even if you spring for the largest width and depth options. It’s handcrafted and hand-upholstered, and the back cushions are made with a blend of polyester fiber, duck feather, and duck down that give it that enveloping, cloud-like feeling. To top it off, West Elm offers complimentary white glove delivery service including assembly, for a high-end shopping experience from start to finish.

Dream Square Wide Arm Upholstered Sectional Sofa

All of the pieces in Pottery Barn’s Dream Collection feature modern designs and next-level comfort that rivals the RH Cloud. We love this sectional because you can choose between a left and right chaise configuration, as well as from dozens of fabrics and performance features. Also, unlike other dupes, the steel connecters holding the modular couch pieces together are hidden and won’t disrupt the clean silhouette.

Shelter Sofa

If price is at the top of your priority list when couch shopping, this West Elm take on the cloud sofa is your best bet. It offers plush cushions on all sides, a cozy deep-seated design, and hand-built frames with hand-finished upholstery, all for under $1,500 — more than 70% off the cheapest RH version.

Lotus Deep Sofa

With over 180 choices of fabric, and several width and depth options, this Crate & Barrel couch is the most customizable out of this entire list of dupes. It’s also earned high praise from reviewers who were impressed with the quality.

One happy customer wrote, "I’ve had my lotus sofa for about 5 months now and still looks like I got it yesterday! We just bought a new home and have had many compliments on how nice it looks and how comfy it is. Best purchase ever!"

Marcel Fabric Sectional Sofa

Dianna Baros recommends this Poly & Bark sofa, which scores high in terms of both craftsmanship and durability. Thanks to features like its engineered hardwood frame, high-resiliency foam core, and stain-resistant performance fabric, it's a piece that will stand the test of a time despite costing a small fraction of the RH version. It's also a great choice for those short on time, since it comes in a single color and fabric and can ship out faster than other options.

Feathers Sectional

This dupe comes from renowned Italian designer Mario Capasa, and has nearly 4,000 5-stars reviews from customers who were impressed with the excellent quality based on the price.

One customer wrote, "I was searching for so long to find a cloud couch dupe because I love the style of it but not the price! I kept going back to the feathers sectional for about 2 months until I decided to finally purchase it and let me tell you, I am so glad I did!"

Beach House Sofa

If you're prepared to make a substantial investment on a quality dupe, this Serena & Lily sofa stands out from the crowd with several features designed to last for generations. This handcrafted piece comes with double layered cushions made from a blend of premium down and feathers, as well as hand-tied steel coil springs for even suspension and maximum comfort.

Ramona Stationary Sectional with Ottoman

This spacious, four-piece sectional includes an ottoman and still rings in at well under $4,000, making it ideal for furnishing large living areas without maxing out your budget. It comes in 70+ fabrics to choose from, and one reviewer called it the "most comfortable couch I’ve ever sat on!"

Upcycled Wells Slipcover Sofa

This sustainable dupe will feel as good on your conscience as it does to sit down in. It’s upholstered with upcycled cotton-polyester sourced from The New Denim Project, a design studio that restores textile waste without sacrificing quality. Reviewers called it “stylish, cozy, and so so comfortable!”

Plush Cream Velvet Modular Sectional

This modular 6-piece sectional set can fit 4+ people comfortably, making it ideal for families or those who love to entertain. Choose the original U-shape or mix and match multiple pieces from Meridian Furniture's Plush collection for a custom shape. Made of a soft velvet material and with overstuffed down and feather-blend cushions, this one is aesthetically very similar to RH's Cloud couch. It comes cream, navy, and black fabric options.

Modular Corner Sectional

Dianna Baros and dozens of happy customers recommend this extra-deep (48 inch!) sectional from Sean & Catherine Lowe's Home collection. One particularly glowing review states that it's "genuinely one of the best purchases I've ever made in my life," and "so comfortable that I've had people choose to sleep on it rather than the bed in the guest room."

Berkshire 3-Piece L-Shape Sofa Sectional

You might spend just as much on this couch as you would on the Restoration Hardware version, but it's a solid alternative if price isn't a concern. Primarily, this sofa includes exceptionally resilient foam and engineered hardware that make it potentially more durable than the original. It's also GREENGUARD Gold Certified, which means it's been screened for over 10,000 chemicals to ensure it's as safe as possible for you and your family.

What to look for when when shopping for a cloud couch dupe

According to looks-for-less expert Dianna Baros, it’s important to do your homework when shopping for furniture dupes. Despite the understandable inclination to get the lowest price possible, she tells Woman’s Day: "You want to ensure you're still getting a quality piece of furniture," since "it's still a big investment." Her advice for making an informed purchase is to read plenty of reviews and to shop from reputable brands and stores. She adds that if an unfamiliar product or brand "sounds too good to be true, it probably is."

As you’re reading reviews, Dianna recommends going beyond "looks" and paying attention to "other factors like durability and craftsmanship to find that perfect piece for your home." You’ll almost always find details about the materials used and design process in product descriptions, and it pays to read the fine print.

A final pro tip from Dianna is to pay special attention to what top social media influencers are buying for their homes. You can easily browse through apps like LTK to find trusted sources who will be familiar with dupes as well as the Restoration Hardware original. She explains that, "If I can find someone who owns both the 'real' and the 'steal' (let's say, for the kids playroom or the basement or the game room) then I feel more confident with my purchase."

What makes the RH Cloud couch so special?

Restoration Hardware's Cloud sofa was brought to life by London designer Timothy Oulton, who set out to create the world's most comfortable couch. Despite the deceptively simple silhouette, Oulton told Architectural Digest that the interior of the Cloud is actually highly complex and took over seven years to design. The result was a sofa that combines many sought-after qualities. Design enthusiasts have praised the Cloud for being sleek yet full of presence, and incredibly comfortable while maintaining style.

What should I consider when shopping for a cloud couch dupe?

Since budget and/or space constraints might limit your search drastically, it's best to begin any search with those two factors in mind. These considerations also go hand-in-hand, since you can expect to pay a higher cost for sofas that are designed for larger rooms. If you do need to furnish a large space on a smaller budget, you can carefully compare the price, dimensions, and number of modular pieces included to find the perfect match.

Other things to consider while shopping for dupes is whether you want to customize the fabric to make your couch more pet or child-friendly, and whether you want to prioritize brands that produce their pieces sustainably. Lastly, if the thought of waiting a long period of time for delivery or having to assemble the couch yourself seems like too much of a hassle, you should look for fast shipping and white glove delivery service before making a final decision.

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