The best budget sofas that won’t break the bank

We all love a bit of a vintage scallop moment, and this Sophia Sofa from Homebase can add a little touch of glamour to your interior. It comes in two classy colours, a timeless matte grey and a matte pink, all finished in a velvet upholstery. How can you resist?

Wayfair is a go-to for affordable homeware essentials, and this Farlow Faux Leather Armless Sofa Bed is no exception. Highly rated on the site, this two-seater converts into a sofa bed. Great for the guest room and a stylish pick at that.

Customer review: "This sofa bed was a perfect buy. Exactly what I was looking for - a sofa bed for the living room for my small apartment that doesn't take up much space and also a convenient way to host overnight guests. The length is smaller than I assumed. But overall it's great and easy to assemble."

If you're looking for a cheap corner sofa, this is the one. The Hykkon Mitzi Velvet Sofa is a popular one at Wayfair, and it's easy to see why, given its price point. The 2-piece sofa offers versatility as it works as both a right-hand corner sofa or a left-hand corner sofa, with attachable chaise section.

Customer review: "Very comfortable, easy to assemble and suits our apartment perfectly! Would definitely recommend especially for the price."

A bestseller, the Evie Fabric 2-Seater Sofa comes easy to assemble and compact enough to squeeze into small spaces. It's a classic design, decorated with back buttons and two plump cushions to boot. Not to mention, its colours of navy, grey and charcoal would work in just about any home with any décor. Mid-century vibes all round.

Customer review: "Brought it online came the next day. Was really impressed how easy it was to put together. It's very comfortable, came with 2 cushions which was a bonus. The colour dark blue goes well with my decor. Was so pleased with it bought another one."

Looking for somewhere to chill with yourself and a partner? Or looking to take up all the leg room by yourself? The Scandi Savannah Sofa from Homebase is one of the best affordable sofas that we could find, with some great colour choices that are very on-trend.

Customer review: "Lovely sofa for our snug, great colour and comfortable. Delivered quickly."

This three-seater loveseat from The Range comes upholstered in luxurious stain-resistant performance velvet. There's green, blue and grey to choose from, with an inviting design that you just want to sink into. It comes with deep cushions filled with high-resilience foam that retains its shape and two bolster pillows to add a touch of vintage luxury. Can you believe it's just £209?

Customer review: "Love these sofas a little narrower then I would have liked but we have purchased puffes and now they are perfect."

Still loving the velvet? You might love the Elodie Velvet Sofa Bed from Dunelm too. Not only is it stylish, in its classy moss green colourway, but it's also incredibly soft and really comfortable for sleeping on, according to reviews. It also comes in navy, which we love just as much.

Customer review: "I am very pleased with this sofa. It's very comfortable as a sofa and most sofa beds are not! It looks really stylish, it is very good quality and good value and the colour and fabric are beautiful."

If you prefer a different type of fabric for your sofa beds, this easy-to-convert design from Dunelm might just do the trick. The Kelly Sofa Bed uses a click-clack mechanism to lock into place, perfect for staying guests on a whim. Its square stitched design provides your space with a cool Scandi vibe, and it comes in grey, mustard and teal to choose from.

Customer review: "Lovely, soft and very comfy. I am loving it and it fits well in my study!"

Get the leather look on a budget with this Faux Leather 2 Seater Sofa from Dunelm. The Alfie Sofa comes with trendy bolster pillows and button-stitch cushions, perfect for adding to the office for somewhere to collect your thoughts. It's modern meets vintage, in the best possible way.

If you're loving the bouclé trend and want nothing more than to cosy up on a cuddly sofa at the end of the day, this one is for you. Homebase has the Tori sofa, which hugs you from all sides. A nice compact size, it's a great addition to spaces where you want to add a bit of warmth.

Customer review: "Bought this for the kids play room and it's perfect. Super comfy especially with the footstool and looks amazing. A perfect size for the room. Would certainly recommended."

We never thought we'd see a classic Chesterfield for £399. They're the epitome of class and style, so to see one for less than £400? We're snapping this up. The totally timeless design comes with button detail decorations to the cushions and is upholstered in green velvet fabric. Luxury if we ever saw it.