Homebody’s Luxe collection looks like a modern lounge sofa, but it’s built around a modular system with hidden recliners and adjustable cushions. The seats are deep, the styling is clean, and the performance fabrics are designed for everyday spills and stains.
To see whether it earns its premium reputation, we tested Homebody’s core Luxe configurations—the Luxe Sofa, Chaise Sofa, L-Shape Sectional, and U-Shape Sectional. After multiple sessions and scoring the lineup across comfort, setup, cleaning, durability, cooling, layout practicality, and value, Homebody earned an overall 9.5/10.
What stood out most was how the recline is integrated (without turning the sofa into a bulky power piece), how much the cushion inserts let you fine-tune support, and how practical the covers feel in real life. The trade-offs are the footprint and the price, especially once you add recliners or expand the layout.
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Product Overview
| Sofa Name | Score | Price | Pros | Cons | Best For |
| Luxe Sofa | 9.5/10 | From $5,690 | Adjustable cushion feel, optional hidden recliners, easy-care fabrics | Premium price, needs front clearance when fully reclined | Everyday lounging with the option to recline |
| Luxe Sofa Chaise | 9.3/10 | From $6,820 | Extra lounge depth, customizable cushions, streamlined look | Chaise depth can overwhelm smaller rooms | Relaxed layouts and chaise-first lounging |
| Luxe L-Shape Sectional | 9.4/10 | From $9,560 | Big seating area, modular layout flexibility, great for groups | Large footprint, longer setup with multiple modules | Families and entertaining |
| Luxe U-Shape Sectional | 9.2/10 | From $11,840 | Wraparound seating, social “everyone fits” layout, strong comfort | Not ideal for small rooms, can feel warm in some fabrics | Movie nights and large living rooms |
Testing Team Takeaways
Marcus Reed’s biggest takeaway was the cushion system. Being able to adjust the inserts noticeably changed support, and the deep seat stayed comfortable through longer sit tests without feeling like you were stuck in one position.
Mia Chen focused on the recline. The “hidden” design keeps the sofa looking clean when it’s upright, and the Zero Gravity position felt meaningfully different from a standard power recline—more like a true reset for your back and legs.
Jenna Brooks paid the most attention to everyday mess. In spill checks, liquid tended to bead instead of soaking in right away, and the removable covers (especially in linen and the pet-friendly fabric) felt more realistic for day-to-day upkeep than dry-clean-only upholstery.
Ethan Cole called out the trade-offs: the modules are bulky, the boxes are heavy, and the cost rises quickly as you add recliners or build out a larger configuration. Assembly is tool-free, but it’s not a one-box, one-person job.
Homebody Sofa Comparison Chart
| Sofa | Best For | Comfort & Feel | Fabric & Cleaning | Recline Option | Size Notes |
| Luxe Sofa | 3 Seat | Small-to-medium living rooms, daily lounging | Deep seat with adjustable inserts; plush but supportive | Linen/pet-friendly covers are removable and washable; velvet needs spot care | Optional hidden wall-hugging recliners | No clearance needed behind; plan front clearance when reclined |
| Luxe Sofa | 3 Seat Chaise | Anyone who prioritizes chaise lounging | Same adjustable system; chaise side adds serious sprawl | Linen/pet-friendly washable; velvet spot clean/dry clean | Optional recliners; chaise seat stays fixed | Depth varies by side—double-check walkways |
| Luxe L-Shape Sectional | 5 Seat | Families, hosting, corner seating | Roomy L-shape; balanced support across seats | Performance fabrics; removable covers on select options | Optional hidden recliners on select seats | Large footprint; measure doorways and turns |
| Luxe U-Shape Sectional | 6 Seat | Large households, movie-night seating | Wraparound lounge feel; best for groups | Easy-care fabrics but can run warm, especially in velvet | Optional hidden recliners; best for multi-user comfort | Biggest layout; best suited to large rooms |
How We Tested It
We evaluated Homebody’s Luxe configurations using a consistent scoring method focused on real-world use. That included comfort (seat depth and support), assembly and setup (how easily the modules connect and how manageable delivery feels), cooling and breathability, durability (materials and build), fabric care and cleaning, layout practicality (especially the recline footprint), and overall value based on pricing and policies.
Homebody Luxe: Our Testing Experience
The Luxe collection performed consistently across configurations. The core feel is the same: deep seating, plush cushions, and adjustable inserts that let you change support. The biggest differences come down to layout—how much space the sofa takes up, and how much lounge surface you want.
Luxe Sofa
Details
- Configuration: 3 Seat Reclining Sofa
- Dimensions: 125" W x 39.5" D x 37.5" H
- Seat height: 21"
- Arm height: 27"
- Weight capacity: 350 lbs per seat
- Price (tested configuration): $5,690
Pros & Cons
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Our Testing Experience
The 3-seat Luxe Sofa is the simplest way to experience what Homebody does well. It keeps a streamlined look, but still gives you deep seating and the option to add hidden recliners. The cushion inserts made a bigger difference than we expected—small changes noticeably shifted support, especially in the back cushions. The recline function felt integrated rather than bulky, and it works without forcing the sofa away from the wall, though you still need to plan for the reclined depth in front.
What we liked
- The adjustable inserts let you dial in support instead of settling for one fixed feel.
- The hidden recline design keeps the sofa from looking like traditional power seating.
- The fabric options are built for real-life use, especially for spills and quick cleanups.
Who it is best for
- Anyone who wants a clean-looking sofa that can also recline.
- People who like deep seating and a softer, lounge-forward feel.
- Rooms where you want wall placement but still want power recline functionality.
Where it falls short
- The price is high even before you add recliners or extra modules.
- You need front clearance for the full recline depth, so coffee table spacing matters.
- The modules are large, which makes moving and rearranging more work.
Luxe Sofa Chaise
Details
- Configuration: 3 Seat Chaise Reclining Sofa
- Dimensions: 125" W x (L) 39.5 / (R) 72.5" D x 37.5" H
- Seat height: 21"
- Arm height: 27"
- Weight capacity: 350 lbs per seat
- Price (tested configuration): $6,820
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Our Testing Experience
If you’re a chaise person, this is the configuration that will win you over. The lounge side is genuinely deep, and it makes the sofa feel more like a daybed for stretching out. Comfort is still adjustable the same way as the standard sofa, so you can fine-tune the back cushions instead of living with a one-size-fits-all plushness. The key trade-off is space: the deeper side changes how the room flows, and the chaise seat itself doesn’t recline.
What we liked
- The chaise depth makes it easy to fully stretch out.
- The adjustable inserts let you avoid an overly “pillowy” back feel.
- It keeps the same clean profile as the rest of the Luxe line.
Who it is best for
- People who regularly lounge sideways, nap, or sprawl out on the sofa.
- Rooms that can comfortably accommodate the deeper chaise side.
- Households that want a chaise layout with the option to add recline on other seats.
Where it falls short
- The chaise depth can crowd walkways in smaller layouts.
- Because the chaise seat stays fixed, not every seat has the same “feature” level.
- It’s harder to move around compared with the straight sofa.
Luxe L-Shape Sectional
Details
- Configuration: 5 Seat L-Shape Reclining Sectional
- Dimensions: 162.5" W x (L) 83.5 / (R) 39.5" D x 37.5" H
- Seat height: 21"
- Arm height: 27"
- Weight capacity: 350 lbs per seat
- Price (tested configuration): $9,560
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Our Testing Experience
The L-Shape is the sweet spot if you want a sectional feel without committing to a full U-shape footprint. It creates a clear lounge corner and adds more “everyone can sit together” space. During testing, we found the modular setup helpful for maneuvering pieces, but it still takes time to unbox, connect, and dial in the cushion inserts across multiple seats. If you’re adding recliners, the wall-hugging design helps with placement, but you still need to plan the recline depth into the room layout.
What we liked
- The corner layout adds lounging space without the U-shape scale.
- The modular design makes delivery and placement more manageable than a one-piece sectional.
- Recliners can be added to key seats without turning it into a “theater” sectional.
Who it is best for
- Families and households that host often and want more seating.
- Living rooms where a corner layout makes sense for traffic flow.
- Anyone who wants a modular sectional that still feels refined.
Where it falls short
- It’s a large piece, and the footprint demands careful measuring.
- Tool-free assembly is nice, but the multi-module setup takes time.
- The price can escalate quickly as you add recliners or expand the layout.
Luxe U-Shape Sectional
Details
- Configuration: 6 Seat U-Shape Reclining Sectional
- Dimensions: 162.5" W x (L) 83.5 / (R) 83.5" D x 37.5" H
- Seat height: 21"
- Arm height: 27"
- Weight capacity: 350 lbs per seat
- Price (tested configuration): $11,840
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Our Testing Experience
The U-Shape is the “movie-night” configuration: it’s the easiest way to fit a lot of people without anyone feeling stuck on an awkward extra chair. Comfort stays consistent, and the modular design keeps it from feeling like a single, immovable slab—though it’s still a major footprint commitment. This is also where the fabric choice matters most. With this much surface area, warmer-feeling fabrics are more noticeable during long sits, and the overall investment is significant.
What we liked
- The wraparound layout makes it easy for multiple people to lounge at once.
- Comfort feels consistent across seats, not just in the “best spot.”
- It’s the most natural setup if you want more than one recliner seat.
Who it is best for
- Large living rooms and households that routinely use every seat.
- People who host, watch movies, or want a true group lounge setup.
- Anyone who wants modular seating plus hidden recline functionality.
Where it falls short
- The footprint is large enough to eliminate it for many homes.
- Depending on fabric choice, it can feel warmer during extended lounging.
- It’s the biggest investment in the lineup, especially with add-ons.
Compare Performance Scores of These Sofas
Across the Luxe lineup, comfort and recline design scored the strongest overall. The bigger differences showed up in cooling and footprint practicality: larger layouts are harder to place, and some fabric choices can feel warmer over time. For most living rooms, the 3-seat Luxe Sofa and the 5-seat L-Shape landed as the most balanced options.
| Product | Comfort | Assembly | Cooling | Durability | Cleaning | Layout | Value | Overall |
| Luxe Sofa | 10 | 9 | 8.5 | 9.5 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9.5 |
| Luxe Sofa Chaise | 9.5 | 9 | 8 | 9.5 | 9 | 8.5 | 8.5 | 9.3 |
| Luxe L-Shape Sectional | 9.8 | 8.5 | 8.2 | 9.5 | 9 | 8.5 | 8.7 | 9.4 |
| Luxe U-Shape Sectional | 9.6 | 8.3 | 7.8 | 9.5 | 9 | 8 | 8.2 | 9.2 |
How to Choose the Homebody Sofa?
Start with your room plan. The Luxe line is built for deep lounging, and recline depth extends forward, so overall width isn’t the only measurement that matters. From there, the decision is mostly about how you want to use the space day to day.
- Choose the Luxe Sofa if you want the most straightforward setup with optional recline and a cleaner footprint.
- Choose the Chaise if you know you’ll actually use the lounge side and you have the depth to spare.
- Choose the L-Shape if you want corner seating for families and hosting without going all-in on a U-shape.
- Choose the U-Shape if you regularly need maximum seating and your room can handle the footprint.
- Pick your fabric based on how you live—washable/removable covers are the easiest day-to-day, while velvet typically needs more careful spot cleaning.
Limitations
The Luxe line isn’t built for tight budgets or tiny spaces. The modular setup is tool-free, but it takes time (and patience) to unbox, connect, and adjust cushion inserts across a larger layout. And while the fabrics are designed for easy care, some options can feel warmer during longer lounging sessions, especially in the biggest configurations.
Homebody Sofa Vs. Alternatives
Homebody’s biggest differentiator is the combination of modular design and hidden wall-hugging power recline. If that’s not a priority, you can find other modular sectionals with strong comfort at a lower price.
- Lovesac Sactional – A highly modular system with washable covers and lots of configuration options, but it doesn’t focus on integrated hidden recline in the same way.
- West Elm Harmony Modular – Known for a soft, lounge-y feel and strong style options, but it’s more about design than built-in recline features.
- Article modular sectionals – Typically more budget-friendly and simpler, but with fewer customization and recline-focused features.
Pro Tips for Homebody Sofa
- Measure your doorways, stair turns, and hallways as carefully as the room footprint.
- When planning recliners, allow 22" between a closed recliner and your coffee table so the room still functions.
- Plan ahead for power access if you’re adding recliner modules.
- Decide which seats should recline before ordering—adding recliners everywhere isn’t always necessary.
- Choose fabric based on your lifestyle: washable options are easier with kids and pets, while velvet usually needs more careful upkeep.
- Give yourself a few days to adjust the inserts; small changes can noticeably change firmness and back support.
- Order swatches if you can—color and texture can look different in your lighting.
- Use the wall-hugging design to place the sofa close to the wall, but still plan front clearance for recline depth.
- Consider upgraded delivery help if you don’t want to manage multiple heavy boxes.
FAQs
What makes Homebody sofas different from other modular couches?
The Luxe line combines a modular layout with optional hidden wall-hugging recliners and a cushion insert system that lets you adjust support. It’s designed to feel plush and lounge-forward without looking like traditional power seating.
How hard is Homebody sofa assembly?
Assembly is tool-free and the modules connect in a straightforward way, but delivery involves multiple heavy boxes. For larger configurations, two people make setup much easier.
Does the Homebody sofa need space behind it to recline?
No. Homebody uses wall-hugging recliners designed to work without extra clearance behind the sofa. You still need space in front for the full recline depth.
Are the cushion covers machine washable?
Many covers are removable, and Homebody’s linen and pet-friendly performance fabrics are designed for machine washing. Velvet typically requires spot cleaning or dry cleaning.
Is Homebody sofa pet-friendly?
The performance fabrics and removable covers help with day-to-day mess, especially if you choose a pet-friendly fabric option. That said, the plush cushions can still trap hair, so fabric choice matters if shedding is a concern.
Is Homebody sofa worth the high price?
If you want the hidden recline experience, deep seating, and adjustable cushion feel, the Luxe line can justify its cost. If you mainly want a simple modular sofa without the recline-focused features, there are less expensive alternatives.