The 10 Best Reclining Sofas That Actually Look Great

That mid-life crisis will look a whole lot less sad and a whole lot more classy when you're perching on a sofa completely upholstered in leather. Leather, as a fabric, is the most durable and easiest to clean. West Elm's Enzo leather recliner sofa is all top-grain, and its design is not too bombastic: simple sharp lines and geometric composure to complement your otherwise busy room. There's also some neat feature, like storage spaces hidden within the armrests for organizing remotes, books, small gadgets, or hiding your... you know.

*Also available in non-leather and sectional styles

This whole category is occupied by some of the most comfortable sofas on the market. So for something to win the most comfortable award here, that means it's special. Homebody's recliner does it as a result of a combination of factors.

First, we've got the shape. It's not too upright, nor too laid back, and the mid-rise armrests are just right for people of most proportions. Then, the seats. They're wide and plush, giving everyone enough space to spread out and sink in. Lastly, the customizable reclining. You can choose between just one, two, three, or more recliners (!), which is a great compromise.

A "Best Overall" category on a sofa seems a bit funny, given how subjective interior design can be. But for the combo of looks, price, and comfort, nothing is really going to beat this option from Z Gallerie. It looks good—simple and contemporary, able to fit any aesthetic. At juuuust under $2,000 it's not exorbitantly priced. And the two wide recliners are some of the most comfortable we've felt. It's everything you could need.

If you've got a particularly massive living area, that same sofa comes as a massive five-piece sectional with three power recliners. If you want a sectional, but don't have enough space for the five-piece showstopper, a more standard four-piece sectional is also available.

Hey, just because you're buying a recliner doesn't mean you can't really go for it. Want a modern-looking centerpiece that also reclines? West Elm's got it. The Leo blew our minds. Up until the moment I saw it in person, I wasn't ready to believe this was a recliner. But let me tell you, it looks even better in the flesh, and it's so damn comfortable.

For pure looks, we really like this option from Crate & Barrel. The armrests are straight and slim for some visual interest, but the actual seating area is pretty round and organic. Pair that with a neutral upholstery in a tactile bouclé fabric, and you've got a great looking sectional. Another plus on the practicality of this sectional: The back and footrest recline independently, with separate controls. You can really fine-tune an exact seating position that works for you.

Sectionals, the big-budget holdouts of luxury furniture, have even succumbed to the recliner. This Pearce sectional from Pottery Barn looks lovely, with an inoffensive shape. Since you can fully customize the shape of this sofa, and Pottery Barn has a massive catalog of swatches, it can work for many tastes and setups.

Never again accidentally dump a packet of honey mustard or a bottle of Mountain Dew all over your lap while attempting to get through jump scares in The Conjuring. Just put them in a cupholder, just like you'd do in an AMC theater recliner. Though, as a manual reclining sofa, the Evelina loveseat lacks a cool touchscreen control panel, as long as it can give you some room to wiggle, put down your popcorn and beverages, and squarely focus on can't-miss moments happening in the silver screen, it's worth a buy. This loveseat is also plush all around to bring you support and comfort.

Sometimes, you've got to put things into perspective to see the beauty of it. Like for the Southgate, a standalone front shot of it against a white background just doesn't do the recliner couch justice. Actually placing it in a styled, organized room against a beige or warm-color wall will let it shine. The sofa also works great, with plumpness all over the place in feathery chenille fabric to make your time spent napping or lounging on it divine.