Cindy Crawford Home Salento Sofa Review (2026)

The Salento is a strong choice when comfort, seating capacity, and built-in convenience matter more than a compact footprint. The channel backs stay supportive through a full movie, and the powered footrests make small position changes easier than a manual mechanism. The console earns its space with storage, removable cupholders, and a USB port. It is less convincing for warm rooms, tight layouts, or anyone who wants simple furniture with fewer powered parts.

• Best for: households that recline most nights, host several people at once, and have enough room to preserve comfortable walkways around an oversized 122-by-140-inch sectional.

• Skip it if: you tend to overheat on leather, want a light visual footprint, or would rather avoid the added maintenance risk of motors, switches, and wiring.

• Buying note: this review covers the gray 7-piece configuration. Availability appears to vary by region, so confirm the piece count, dimensions, price, and delivery terms before ordering.

We used the Salento for upright sitting, laptop work, reading, gaming, and full-length movies. Our review process covered assembly and setup, cooling, comfort, durability, room fit, cleaning, and value. We also timed the recliners, measured cushion compression, tracked surface temperature over a one-hour sit, and cleaned a small water spill around a seam. That combination showed not only how the sectional felt at first, but how its size, upholstery, and powered parts affected routine use.

The Salento feels structured before it feels plush. Upright, the channel back supported the shoulders without pushing them forward, and a mild recline relaxed the lower back without letting the hips slide. After 120 minutes, comfort still landed at 4.0 out of 5: supportive enough for a long movie, though not the loose, sink-in feel some shoppers expect from a back-supportive sectional.

The seat also held up well under pressure. At the center, the cushion compressed about 2.0 inches under load; the front edge compressed 1.3 inches, so it stayed stable when standing up. Within one minute of getting up, the cushion recovered to within 0.2 inch of its starting height. The recliners averaged 11.6 seconds to extend and 10.2 seconds to close, with enough control to stop comfortably between upright and fully open.

Heat was the clearest weakness. The contact surface rose from 72.6°F to 80.4°F during a one-hour sit and cooled to 75.3°F ten minutes after the seat was empty. That warmth was noticeable through lightweight clothing and is an important difference when comparing fabric and leather sofas. Cleaning was easier: a small water spill came off in two passes with a damp cloth, and no ring remained after the area dried. The seams still need attention because crumbs and dust settle into the channels.

• What we liked

  • The powered footrests move smoothly and make small comfort adjustments easy.

  • The lift-top console, removable cupholders, and USB port are useful during long viewing sessions.

  • The channel backs and firm seat edges provide steady support without feeling rigid.

• Who it is best for

  • Families with a large room and several people competing for comfortable seats.

  • Movie and sports fans who use reclining positions regularly rather than occasionally.

  • People who prefer a supportive, controlled sit over a deep, cloud-like cushion.

• Where it falls short

  • The leather contact surfaces hold noticeable warmth during long sessions.

  • The 122-by-140-inch footprint can dominate a room and narrow traffic paths.

  • Motors, wiring, and switches introduce more potential service points than a stationary sectional.

• Configuration: gray 7-piece power reclining sectional

• Listed dimensions: 122 in. W × 140 in. D × 37 in. H

• Capacity: up to six people

• Upholstery: top-grain leather where the body touches; polyurethane on the sides and backs

• Features: two power recliners, chaise, lift-top console, two removable cupholders, and built-in USB

• Availability and price: the reviewed configuration was not reliably available online when checked; verify local stock and current pricing

• Delivery: setup depends on the selected service; full-service delivery includes assembly for most furniture and may cost extra

• Online returns: request within 48 hours of delivery; delivery, restocking, or pickup charges may apply

• Warranty: one-year limited product warranty on most Rooms To Go items, subject to the retailer’s terms

Choose the Salento if you want a supportive reclining sectional for regular TV, gaming, or family use and have room for its full 122-by-140-inch footprint. The storage console and cupholders justify the extra section when they will be used every day. If you only recline occasionally, a smaller stationary sectional will cost less, leave more open floor space, and eliminate the motors and wiring.

Measure the entire layout, not just the two walls. Mark the sectional’s outline on the floor, extend the recliner zone, and preserve the routes to doors, vents, and nearby furniture. Also confirm that the delivered configuration is the same 7-piece version reviewed here; the 6-piece Salento has a different footprint and feature mix.

Size is the Salento’s biggest limitation. A sectional this deep can turn a generous seating plan into a cramped room if the chaise or recliner path overlaps a walkway. Heat is the second concern: the leather contact areas warm up more than a breathable fabric cover. Finally, the power mechanism makes everyday adjustment effortless but creates more parts to inspect and repair over the life of the sofa. Limited availability of the reviewed 7-piece version also makes it important to verify the exact configuration before paying.

La-Z-Boy Trouper Power Reclining Sofa with Headrest: The 85-inch Trouper fits a conventional three-seat sofa space and adds adjustable power headrests. It is the better option for a smaller room or for shoppers who want more upholstery choices and head-and-neck adjustment. The Salento seats more people, adds a chaise and storage console, and works better as the center of a large media room.

Gilman Creek Wylder Leather Power Reclining Sectional: The six-piece Wylder is smaller at roughly 116 by 129 inches yet adds three power recliners, power headrests, reversible orientation, a storage console, and more charging connections. Choose it when flexible layout and headrest control matter most. The Salento has the wider, more expansive family-room layout and a dedicated chaise.

IKEA KIVIK: The stationary KIVIK is much smaller and simpler, with removable machine-washable covers on current fabric versions. It makes more sense for buyers focused on easy fabric care, a lower visual profile, and fewer moving parts. The Salento is the clear choice when powered lounging, leather contact surfaces, and built-in storage outweigh those benefits.

• Mark the full footprint and recliner travel on the floor before delivery, then check every walkway with the footrests open.

• Use a breathable throw on the most-used seat if the leather feels warm during long viewing sessions.

• Recline in small increments; a mild angle often supports the lower back better than the fully open position.

• Wipe contact areas regularly and vacuum the channel seams where crumbs and dust collect.

• Keep the sectional clear of floor vents and leave access to power cords and connectors for inspection.

• Rotate favorite seats when possible so one cushion and mechanism do not take all the daily wear.