Best Sleeper Sofa in Canada: Customizable and Comfortable Sofas

A sleeper sofa is an inexpensive solution for guest rooms or for having your friends sleep over in your living room. Many sleeper sofas include a pull-out section that can hold a mattress, so you can convert your comfortable sofa into a cozy bed. The best sleeper sofas in Canada are compact, easy-to-use, and extremely convenient. We’ve put together this list of our favourites.

Sleep experts and our team of testers shine some light on:

• Sleeper sofas in Twin, Full, and Queen sizes
• Options that include a mattress and those that don’t
• Sleeper sofas that are customizable and modular, as well as fixed pieces
• Furniture to fit any living room or guest room
• Sofas that convert easily with the use of the pull-out section

Get right to the sleeper sofa reviews →

Testing Sofas in Canada

Scoring Process for Sofas

Each sleeper sofa gets a score for each area that we think is most important. We looked at materials, seating, customization options, and a host of other features to help determine how these sleeper sofas stack up. Our scores are pulled from hands-on evaluations, testing results, and the feedback from our in-home testing teams. We look for sleeper sofas that get the highest scores in these categories to market on our lists.

How We Test Sofas in Canada

We put each sofa through a range of tests to see how it performs in real-life conditions. We examine build quality, frame strength, and convenience specifically for sleeper sofas. If they include a mattress, we put it through some of the same tests that we use on the mattresses we review. These include testing for pressure relief and temperature control, but we aren’t too concerned about motion isolation on pull-out mattresses.

If the sofa’s cushion covers can be removed, we take them off, wash them, and put them through various wear resistance checks. Once these tests are complete, these sofas go home with our testers for more extensive at-home feedback.

Our Selection Process for Sofas in Canada

The sofas that we select for our lists are pulled from those that score the best, or those that perform best in our rounds of testing. We want to make sure that we are recommending options that will work for most Canadians. Each recommendation is based on several considerations, including testing performance, our tester feedback, look, feel, and quality.

The Best Sleeper Sofas in Canada: 3 Pull-Out Sofas Perfect for Guests

Editor’s Choice – Cozey Neptune

• Materials: Plywood, D35 High-Density Foam
• Seats: 2 to 9
• Colour Choices: 8
• Customization Options: Single, Full, Storage Only, 4-in-1 Ottoman and Chaise Selection, Headrests
• Assembly: Tool-free
• Warranty: 5 Years

Best Queen Sofa Bed – Ashley Altari Sofa Bed

• Materials: Foam, Polyfill, Upholstery, Steel Frame, Memory Foam Mattress
• Seats: 2
• Colour Choices: 2
• Customization Options: Colour Only
• Assembly: None
• Warranty: 5 Year Protection Plan Available

Best Mattress – Ashley Kestral Chaise Sleeper Sofa

• Materials: Foam, Polyfibre, Polyfill, Polyester, Steel Frame, Memory Foam Mattress
• Seats: 3
• Colour Choices: 1
• Customization Options: None
• Assembly: None
• Warranty: 5 Year Protection Plan Available

Editor’s Choice – Cozey Neptune

Our Editor's Choice
The Cozey Neptune stood out to us because of the number of customization options, including the size of the pullout.

• Materials: 8/10
• Colour Choices: 10/10
• Customization: 10/10
• Assembly: 9/10
• Modularity: 10/10
• Trials: 10/10
• Warranty: 10/10

Highlights

• Customizable base and pullout size
• 8 colour options across 2 fabric options
• 30-day trial and 5-year warranty

“The Cozey Neptune was a great choice for our living room. It’s so comfortable, and the Single pullout is perfect for when our grandson stays over.”

— Slumber.ca Verified Sofa Review (Cozey Neptune)

Materials and Construction

This Cozey sleeper sofa is made with a premium plywood frame. It’s study and durable, and even the section that you pull out of the base is comfortable. The seat and back cushions are both made with D35 high-density foam. This foam makes the cushions a little firmer than you might expect, which makes them perfect for use as a makeshift mattress. 

The two fabric options include Performance Fabric and Aquaforte. The Performance Fabric is 100% polyester and pet-friendly, as it can be easily machine-washed. Aquaforte is made with a water-resistant and stain-resistant fabric that can handle any abuse.

Mattress

The Cozey Neptune doesn’t come with a dedicated mattress. While some sleeper sofas have thin mattresses packed away inside the sofa, this one uses the sofa cushions laid flat on the pullout frame. This can lead to some discomfort, so Cozey recommends purchasing a Sleep Kit to make the pullout bed more comfortable.

Cozey’s sleep kits are available for every one of their sofas, so make sure to choose the Neptune Sleep Kit in the pullout size you chose. 

Customization Options

Before you can purchase the Cozey Neptune, you can choose a few different options for your sofa bed. You can choose whether you want a Single pullout section, a Full pullout section, or whether you want a sofa with storage seats instead. 

You can choose your configuration as well. There are a few available options, including sofas that are 2, 3, and 4 seats wide, as well as sectionals. Each sofa includes the pullout size you choose, and all other seats in the configuration are storage-only seats. 

Additionally, you can choose attachable 4-in-1 ottomans for your sofa. There are a few options available. Finally, you can choose whether you want all of your seats to have attachable headrests, or if only want 1 or 2 headrests.

Colour and Fabric Choices

The Cozey Neptune is available in 2 different fabric options (Performance Fabric and Aquaforte). Between these two options, there are 8 available colours. If you aren’t sure which colour works for you (or which fabric you want), keep in mind that you can always order free swatches from the Cozey website. You’ll be able to see the exact shade of each colour option and texture for the sake of comparison.

Here are the available fabric/colour option combinations.

• Aquaforte: Snowdrift, Basalt, Limestone
• Performance Fabric: Leaf, Latte, Slate, Fog, Mocha

Trials and Warranty

The Cozey Neptune is one of the only options on our list to have a trial and warranty attached to it. Without purchasing any additional plans, you’ll have a full 5-year warranty that protects against material defects and issues that arise during normal use. 

You’ll also have 30 days from the time your sofa arrives to see if it works for you. You can return it during this time if it doesn’t fit your lifestyle, but make sure you keep the original boxes just in case. 

Who is the Cozey Neptune Sofa For?

• Canadians with children. The option to include a single pull-out module makes this ideal for children, sleepovers, and weekend visits. 
• Those who want a custom sofa. There are so many things you can customize on this sofa.
• Users who prefer colour options. This sofa offers 8 colour options across 2 fabrics, more than the others on our list.

Who Should Avoid the Cozey Neptune Sofa?

• Those who want a dedicated mattress. Instead of including a mattress, this sofa uses the sofa cushions laid flat as a sleep space. 

Alternative Option

The Cozey Neptune is an extremely customizable option, but a comfortable sleeper pullout might require some work. If you want a ready-to-go sofa that requires no assembly or additional mattress purchases, the Ashley Altari or Ashley Kestral are better choices.

Best Queen Sofa Bed – Ashley Altari Sofa Bed

Best Queen Sofa Bed
While most sleeper sofas come with full pullouts, this option comes with a full Queen-sized bed.

• Materials: 8/10
• Colour Choices: 7/10
• Customization: 5/10
• Assembly: 5/10
• Modularity: 0/10
• Trials: 6/10
• Warranty: 8/10

Highlights

• Includes a breathable Queen mattress
• Comes in two colour options
• 1-Year warranty with 5-year extended plan available

“I love how this sofa looks in our room. We got a topper for extra comfort, but we appreciate the included mattress, too.”

— Slumber.ca Verified Sofa Review (Ashley Altari)

Materials and Construction

Every part of the Ashley Altari Sofa Bed is made with different materials, from the loose seat cushions to the attached back cushions, frame, and mattress. The pullout features a steel frame, while the rest of the sofa uses a corner-blocked frame. There are two decorative pillows included with the sofa, which are made with upholstery fabric and soft polyfill.

The cushions all use high-resiliency foam, which feels medium-firm. All fabrics are extremely durable, and all foams hold up over time. The exposed feet use a faux wood finish that adds to the sofa’s charm. 

Mattress

Inside the sofa is a bi-fold queen memory foam mattress. This mattress uses traditional memory foam encased in damask ticking, which helps provide better airflow. The mattress itself isn’t super thick, but is comfortable enough for occasional use. You can use a mattress topper if you find that the mattress isn’t thick enough for you as well. 

Customization Options

There are no customization options with this sofa. You can choose between two colours (discussed below), but there are no additional customization options like modular sofas have.

Colour and Fabric Choices

The Ashley Altari Sofa Bed comes in two colour choices. Both are made with a durable upholstery material that feels great and lasts for years. The two colour choices are Slate, a dark grey, and Alloy, a lighter, cooler grey tone. Both come with matching throw pillows.

Trials and Warranty

Ashley doesn’t typically offer a trial with their furniture. You’ll have 48 hours from the time your sofa arrives to contact them and initiate a return. There is a host of conditions that come with this return period, so make sure that you read about returns on the Ashley website before purchasing.

Ashley provides a 1-year manufacturer’s warranty on the sofa, which covers defects and material issues during normal use. You can also purchase a 5-year accident protection plan for an add-on fee of $299.99. This covers stains and accidental damage. If you don’t use the protection plan, Ashley currently allows you to put those funds towards a new purchase after the 5 years.

Who is the Ashley Altari Sofa Bed Sofa For?

• Those who need a mattress included. Unlike some sleeper sofas, this one comes with a mattress included.
• Canadians who want the full package. If you want a mattress, throw pillows, and more, this is the full package option for you.
• Users who want to try the sofa in-store. Ashley’s sofas can be tried in-store when you schedule an in-store consultation.

Who Should Avoid the Ashley Altari Sofa Bed?

• Those who want custom options. There are no customization options with the Ashley Altari, so you can only really choose the colour the sofa comes in.

Alternative Option

If you want more colour options or customization features, you should choose a sofa like the Cozey Neptune. This sleeper sofa has multiple customization options to make sure your sofa is exactly what you need.

Best Included Mattress – Ashley Kestral Chaise Sleeper Sofa

Best Included Mattress
The mattress included with the Ashley Kestral Chaise Sleeper Sofa is a comfortable, pressure-relieving memory foam that promotes airflow.

• Materials: 9/10
• Colour Choices: 5/10
• Customization: 5/10
• Assembly: 5/10
• Modularity: 0/10
• Trials: 3/10
• Warranty: 8/10

Highlights

• Ottoman creates a reversible chaise section
• One colour choice, so there’s no need to mess around with different choices
• Includes a comfortable mattress

“This sleeper sofa is a simple option, but it worked out so well for us. I loved that I didn’t have to think so much about it.”

— Slumber.ca Verified Mattress Review (Ashley Kestral)

Materials and Construction

This sofa uses a variety of materials, including a corner-blocked frame made of engineered lumber and mixed hardwood and a steel pullout frame. This sofa includes four decorative pillows that are made with upholstery fabrica nd filled with polyfill. The seat and back cushions are made with high-resiliency foam for long-haul comfort. The back cushions are attached, while the seat cushions are loose and removable. 

Mattress

The mattress inside this sleeper sofa is made with memory foam. It’s a bi-fold Queen mattress that uses high-quality memory foam that is encased in damask ticking. It’s comfortable and smooth. The mattress itself is thinner, but it does a fairly good job of relieving pressure. It also has good airflow for a memory foam mattress, which means that you’ll be a little cooler when sleeping on this mattress.

Customization Options

The Ashley Kestral Chaise Sleeper Sofa doesn’t use any customization options. You can’t choose the colour the sofa comes in, either. The only thing you can choose about the sofa is its orientation, which can be chosen after you get the sofa home. The ottoman that creates the chaise (and the cushion that extends the seat) can be moved to the other side of the sofa (or to the middle if needed).

Colour and Fabric Choices

There are no colour or fabric choices for this sleeper sofa. While your individual Ashley store may have different colour options, this one is only available in ‘Driftwood’, a light grey colour that feels universal for most decor options.

Trials and Warranty

Ashley doesn’t have a specific trial for their sofas (or any other pieces of furniture). Instead, you’ll have 48 hours from the time your sofa arrives to initiate a return. Make sure to check the Ashley website for more information about returns, as they may have specific parameters you must meet to get your refund.

The Ashley Kestra Chaise Sleeper Sofa comes with a 1-Year manufacturer’s warranty that covers minor issues with the sofa. You have the option of purchasing an extended 5-year protection plan through a third party. If you don’t end up using that protection plan, you may be able to use the price of the plan towards a future purchase.

Who is the Ashley Kestral Chaise Sleeper Sofa For?

• Those who want to change the orientation of their sofa. The ottoman that creates the chaise lounger can be moved to whichever position you need for maximum comfort.
• Users who want a dedicated mattress. This sleeper sofa comes with a dedicated mattress that folds into the frame.
• Canadians who don’t want colour options. This sofa comes in a single colour option, so it’s perfect for those who don’t want to mess around with choices.

Who Should Avoid the Ashley Kestral Chaise Sleeper Sofa?

• Those on a budget. This is one of the most expensive sleeper sofas on our list, though some of the larger configurations of the modular sofas may end up being more expensive.

Alternative Option

This sofa comes with virtually no choices to make at checkout. While this might be fine for some Canadians, others may want to have choices available to them. If you want to customize the colour, shape, or other aspects of your sleeper sofa, consider the Cozey Neptune.

Comparing the Best Sleeper Sofas in Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a sofa a sleeper sofa?

A sleeper sofa (or sofa bed, though they are slightly different) is a sofa that folds out into a bed. Sleeper sofas have a mattress and frame hidden under the cushions, which you can pull out to sleep on at night. Sofa beds, on the other hand, only house a frame under the cushions. You use the seat cushions to create the sleeping surface.

Which is more comfortable, a sleeper sofa or a sofa bed?

A sleeper sofa is generally more comfortable because it uses an actual mattress on a frame instead of sofa cushions. Many users think that the included mattress makes the bed more comfortable than using the sofa cushions alone.

Which of these options is a sleeper sofa?

Both of the Ashley models on our list are sleeper sofas (the Altari and the Kestral). These beds have mattresses included in the frame. In the case of these beds, it’s a bi-fold Queen memory foam mattress that is folded into the frame. 

Which of these sofas are considered sofa beds?

The Cozey Neptune is a sofa bed. There is no mattress included, but you can use the sofa cushions to create a sleeping surface atop the included pullout frame. You can also get a regular mattress in the same dimensions if you are going to be using the sofa bed often.

How long do sleeper sofas last?

A high-quality sleeper sofa can last between 10 and 15 years if you aren’t sleeping on it full-time. If you use the sleeper sofa for guests or occasional sleepovers, it isn’t going to break down as quickly. It’s a good idea to unfold the pullout regularly, even if you don’t use it; otherwise, the hinges may be stuck and freeze in place.