The Comfiest Chaise Sofas That Invite You to Kick Back and Relax

When it comes to finding the perfect centerpiece seat for your living room, there are so many different couch styles out there, from sectionals to Chesterfields to sleeper sofas. However, if you want the best of all worlds in terms of comfort, shape, and size, then getting a chaise sofa is always a smart move.

This relaxed, L-shaped couch design practically encourages you to kick back and take a little snooze, no ottoman necessary. Plus, the elongated chaise section also fits nicely into a corner, allowing you to arrange a room however you'd like.

The Best Chaise Sofas

What to Consider

Sofa Dimensions

Your main consideration for choosing the best chaise sofa for you is to make sure you have the correct measurements of the couch and your space. It's a good idea to outline the perimeter of your chosen chaise sofa on your floors in painter's tape before you buy. This helps you to see at a glance how it will affect the flow of the room and how comfortably everyone in your household will be able to sit together.

We've denoted the sofa's total width and the length of the chaise for each product in our guide, so you have a jumping-off point.

Chaise Orientation

Another important factor is figuring out which side of the sofa the chaise should be on. Sofas with reversible chaise sections are especially great because you're free to move the chaise to the other side if desired. Some sofas are also completely modular and can be taken apart or added onto if you want a whole new living room setup without having to buy a new set. We've included a couple of these types in this guide.

However, some sofas will have a fixed chaise position, which lacks stylistic flexibility. This may not be an issue for you, but it's a consideration if you're an apartment dweller who isn't planning to live in the same space forever.

Ease of Assembly

Depending on the brand you choose, your chaise sofa may also be eligible for white-glove delivery. This is convenient for those who don't have the time nor the ability (nor the patience!) to assemble a sofa themselves. However, this may result in an added expense — we've denoted below what to expect if you choose this option.

But because sofas-in-a-box are so popular these days, many chaise sofas are assembly-only and will be completely up to you (plus any helpful hands around your household) to put together. Luckily, these products typically include all of the tools you'd need to snap them together and aren't too challenging to do. We've only included options that reviewers attest to be straightforward assembly projects.

Without a doubt, choosing between chaise sofa styles is the most challenging part — once it's in your home and all set up to enjoy, your only concern will be deciding on which shows to stream while kicking back here. Read on for our guide to the best chaise sofas you can buy right now.