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Whether you opt for a modern design or a vintage-inspired silhouette, a leather sofa is a great way to elevate your living room design. Leather couches can lend an elegant, luxurious style to any room and can last for years if you invest in the right furniture brands.

That said, there are endless options to sort through — many of which can be very expensive. To help you narrow your search, our home design experts have rounded up the best leather couches that are stylish, comfortable and well worth the investment.

On this list, you'll find a comfortable sofa for every style and price point (including our top pick for a more affordable faux leather couch). For large living rooms, we've included spacious sectionals as well as easy-to-clean options for families with pets. If you're working with a small space, you'll also find compact leather loveseats that don't skimp on comfort or style. For people who frequently host overnight guests, we've also included some leather sleeper sofas, futons and couches with recliners.

To compile this list, our home design editors scoured online reviews and consulted our textiles experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute. Read on for our reviews of the best leather couches — and keep scrolling to find expert shopping tips for choosing the best couch for your budget and needs at the bottom of this guide.

Harmony Modular Leather Sofa

With pillowy-soft down cushions that are wide and deep, the Harmony sofa is one of the most comfortable sofas you can buy, according to our Good Housekeeping Institute pros and our panel of consumer testers.

This modern sofa is rated a 1 on the brand's softness scale (5 being the firmest), because of its plush, cloud-like feel, and it is available in genuine top-grain leather or animal-friendly vegan leather. You can choose from a range of shades, and there are plenty of coordinating pieces in the collection, including a sleeper sofa, reclining sofa and modular sectional. Although it's on the expensive side, this sofa is built from quality materials, including a kiln-dried hardwood frame and springs for added support.

Sven Charme Loveseat

With a tufted bench seat, feather-filled back cushions and round bolsters at either end, this chic sofa offers a ton of value for the low cost and is ideal for small living rooms. Choose from four soft leather fabrics: chocolate, tan, black or blue. According to online reviewers, the sofa — which has a 4.8 star customer rating — is comfortable, beautiful and delivers fast. One writes: "I did my research to find a good quality leather couch at a reasonable price and this hit the mark." And if you love the style but have a larger space, no worries: This pick is also available as a full sofa (91 inches wide) and a sectional.

Turner Square Arm Leather Sofa

While pricey, this square arm sofa exudes a timeless style and is constructed from quality materials, like a kiln-dried hardwood frame and top-grain leather upholstery. It's available in five different sizes, ranging from apartment to grand sofa — so you can find the right measurements to maximize your space. The high, supportive back and plush, down-filled cushions also make this pick feel comfortable and appear chic.

Wells Leather Apartment Sofa

Measuring only 72 inches wide, this small leather leather sofa packs a lot of comfort and style. The popular Wells collection is defined by its slim frame and plump cushions filled with high-resiliency foam and down-fiber — so even though it's small enough for apartment living, it still feels sink-worthy. Choose from five neutral top-grain leather fabrics, including three in-stock options. If you're having a hard time choosing a color, the brand allows you to order free swatches. Of course, you can always shop this sofa in larger sizes if your space permits it.

Park Sofa

Showcasing a timeless style, the Park sofa has deep cushions, tapered legs available in black or gold and vegan leather upholstery. It's a great choice for apartments or tight houses, since it ships in easy-to-carry boxes and doesn't require any tools for assembly. On top of that, shipping is fast and free!

Online reviewers tend to be impressed by the style and quality, with one saying: "I’ve received many compliments on this sofa! It’s beautiful, very comfortable and was easy to assemble." Just note that this sofa — and the Park Sectional Sofa— are available in a number of fabrics, but only one leather color.

Dorian Reclining Sofa

La-Z-Boy is known for its comfortable and affordable reclining sofas, and it offers a number of styles in fade-resistant leather fabrics. This manual reclining sofa has plush cushioning and an oversized scale to accommodate taller individuals. There are hundreds of fabrics to choose from, so you're sure to find a shade to pair with your aesthetic — to help you decide, the brand offers three free fabric swatches.

Block Nomad Sofa

The Nomad leather sofa is both chic and customizable; choose from three leather fabric colors, six leg colors, three arm styles, plus the option to add a chaise, ottoman or bolster pillows. Online reviewers report that it's comfortable, stylish and durable. One claims, it's "completely dog-proof. My dogs are wild and they have not been able to scratch it, and hair wipes right off."

This five-star rated sofa also earned the title of best couch in a box from the Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab, because it arrives in an easy-to-carry box and you can set it up yourself. Added bonus: There's a built-in USB charger and power cord!

Pacifica Leather Sofa Sectional

Stylish and designed with sink-worthy cushions, this compact chaise sectional has a deep profile but is sized for small living spaces. It features a kiln-dried engineered wood frame, round removable legs and no-sag steel sinuous springs for added cushion support. Choose a variety of top-grain leathers, including camel, tobacco and taupe — there's truly a hue for every home style. Plus, you can order free swatches. Important to keep in mind: This pick is made to order and may take upwards of 12 weeks to deliver.

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Eliot Leather Sofa

Beautiful enough to make a design statement, this well-rated leather sofa has a clean, minimal look and buttery-soft leather upholstery. It's available in many shades of leather, so you can customize the couch to pair with your style (or you can shop a ready-to-ship style for faster delivery).

With a 4.6-star rating, this sofa has earned the praise of many online reviewers who appreciate the style, quality and comfort. "I love this sofa," writes one reviewer. "It's the perfect size and the leather is beautiful. It already looks worn in and soft in the best possible way." Hint: There are many customer review photos that prove the sofa looks just as beautiful in real life.

Andes Leather Futon

Futons are often perceived as looking cheap or childish, but this modern option is designed with thin arms, a slim seat deck and tall cast metal legs. It's not only stylish, it's functional from day to night. The back easily folds flat to transform the leather sofa into a bed, spacious enough to comfortably sleep two. It features a solid wood frame and comes in a range of top-grain and vegan leather upholsteries — just note this style is made-to-order and may take about six weeks to deliver.

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Freddie Chesterfield Sofa

Designed with rolled arms, button tufting and an antique, Chesterfield-inspired silhouette, this leather sofa adds a classic style to any space. It's available in a number of genuine leather upholsteries, including white, gray and shades of brown and black. According to online reviewers, the vintage-inspired sofa — which has a 4.8-star rating — appears high quality, feels comfortable and looks beautiful. Many pleased customers also praised the delivery process and brand's customer service.

Lothan Leather Queen Sleeper Sofa

In addition to the buttery smooth leather upholstery and classic style, this spacious leather sofa features a pull-out, queen-size memory foam mattress to accommodate overnight guests. Choose from 10 leather fabrics, including neutrals like black, beige and gray, as well as bolder hues like white, blue and red. According to online reviewers, this pick is comfortable and delivery was simple.

What kind of leather is best for couches?

When it comes to deciding on the best leather sofa, there's no perfect answer — it depends on your budget and lifestyle.

✔️ Genuine leathers may be more expensive, but they typically last longer and are more durable for households with children or pets.

• Full-grain leather is the highest quality leather available. It's comprised of the outer layer of the hide, which means it features natural grains and textures and can develop a natural patina over time.

• Top-grain leather: Behind full-grain leather, top-grain leather is the second highest quality leather available. The top layer of the hide has either been sanded, buffed or shaved, leaving the material thinner than full-grain leather but often more affordable.

✔️ Vegan and faux leathers can be quite durable and cost significantly less, but they still may not last quite as long as a splurge-worthy genuine leather sofa. Vegan leather is usually made of PVC or polyurethane, which is animal free but not necessarily eco-friendly.

Why trust Good Housekeeping?

As Good Housekeeping's associate lifestyle editor, Alyssa Gautieri covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she worked for various home publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com and Unique Homes Magazine, in addition to brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries. She covers home and furniture brands on a daily basis and is constantly hunting for fresh, unique and highly-rated products.

To help determine the picks featured in this guide, Alyssa consulted the experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab, who have extensive experience vetting and evaluating the best sofas, the best sectionals and the most comfortable couches on the market. Many of their top picks are included in this roundup.

Jianna Faux Leather Sofa

If you're shopping on a budget, consider this simple and modern sofa that comfortably seats three. Everything ships in one box and online reviewers agree it's compact, lightweight and assembly is "really easy." Overall, online reviewers were impressed by the low price, quality and appearance. One writes: "This was so easy to assemble and it really looks high end! It’s very comfortable and affordable." Choose from three faux leather options: gray, black or saddle brown.

Bladen Full Sofa Sleeper

For under $1,000, this spacious leather sofa also features a pull-out, full-size mattress to accommodate overnight guests. The faux leather upholstery has a distressed texture that resembles genuine leather, plus pillowy cushions for added style. Overall online reviewers have given this faux leather sofa a 4.6-star rating, with many commenting on the comfort and convenience of the pull-out mattress. "Beautiful, comfortable, opens out and folds back up easily," comments one customer.

Speers Faux Leather Sectional

Stylish and spacious, this affordable sectional offers a ton of value for the price. It features an engineered wood frame, short tapered legs, foam-filled faux leather upholstery and springs for added support. Online reviewers love that this sofa delivers fast (and for free!) and is super easy to assemble — one claims it took less than 15 minutes to build. Its compact size also makes it a great choice for small living rooms or apartments. Important to keep in mind: This pick is made from faux leather, which is typically not as durable as real leather over time.

RELATED: 14 Best Sectionals for Small Spaces

Aiden Mid-Century Modern Sofa

Deemed the best couch on Amazon by our textiles experts, this mid-century modern sofa features a tufted bench seat cushion, plush back cushions, tapered wood legs and bolster pillows. It arrives fast and ships for free, and then can be assembled in under 15 minutes, according to Amazon.

Most online reviewers found this couch comfortable and durable, with one writing: "I’ve had this couch for 5 years and it has gone through three moves. It has gone through 5 years of children jumping on it, spilling things on it and dogs scratching it and it has held up so well."

Faux Leather Chesterfield Sofa

Designed with rolled arms, button tufting and an antique, Chesterfield-inspired silhouette, this faux leather sofa adds a classic style to any space. It's spacious enough to comfortably seat three — impressive given the low price. Online reviewers agree it's comfy, complementing the deep seats and soft faux leather upholstery. One writes: "We are absolutely obsessed with this couch. It is so deep and comfy to sit on." To complete your living room design, this affordable pick is available in two shades of brown.

Lashann Futon

Available in black or brown faux leather, this memory foam futon is an affordable option for small spaces, whether a living room, dorm, home office or playroom. It features pillow-top cushions, tapered legs, adjustable arms and a spilt-back design, so you can fold the sofa flat into a bed (great for last-minute overnight guests).

Online reviewers found this pick to be a nice sofa given the low price point and claim that it's super easy to assemble. One writes: "This is a fantastic take on a futon. Assembly was as simple as attaching legs and screwing a few things together, took less than 15 minutes."

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