RH Sofa Reviews (2026)

Across the lineup, two themes stood out: comfort-first sofas that make it easy to melt in, and structure-first sofas that keep your posture more honest. The Cloud delivered the quickest sink-in feel, but it also let posture drift the fastest during long sessions. Maxwell Leather felt the most stable under frequent shifting and was the simplest to maintain day to day. Belgian Track Arm was the most balanced option—supportive enough for upright sitting, still deep enough to lounge. Lancaster brought the biggest classic rolled-arm comfort, but its scale made it the easiest to slouch into a lower-back slump if you camp out for hours.

We rotated each sofa through the same testing routine—laptop blocks, TV nights, gaming sessions, short naps, and hosting a couple of guests. We scored assembly/setup, cooling, comfort, durability (cushion recovery and stability), layout practicality (room fit and posture versatility), cleaning, and value.

To pressure-test space sharing, we also repeated a two-person evening on each sofa to see whether cushions slid, seats formed a slope, or posture got awkward over time.

Our Testing Experience:

The Cloud is the quickest sofa here to relax your body. Within minutes, it has that shoulders-drop feeling that’s great for TV nights and quick naps. The tradeoff is alignment: after about an hour, we noticed hips drifting forward and the lower back flattening unless we reset or added a small lumbar pillow.

Mia treated it like a lounge nest—cross-legged, tucked in, then side-lying—and loved the softness, but on the deeper seat she often pulled a cushion behind her so her legs didn’t dangle. Marcus ran warm during long gaming sessions. For casual hosting it stayed presentable, and it was the easiest of the group for sprawling out without pressure points.

What we liked:

• True decompression for TV nights and short naps

• Easy to shift positions without feeling pinned

• Deep seat works well for taller loungers and side-leaning

Who it is best for:

• Anyone who prioritizes plush comfort over upright support

• Homes that treat the sofa as a second relaxation zone

• Taller users who want room to sprawl

Where it falls short:

• Lower-back support fades if you slide forward

• Heat can build during long, stationary sessions

• Harder to justify if you mostly sit upright

Pros & Cons:

Details:

• Starting price: $4,350 (member) / $6,215 (regular)

• Tested configuration: 7' 2-cushion sofa (40" depth)

• Overall dimensions (tested): 84" W × 40" D × 32" H

• Inside seat depth: 22.5"

• Seat height: 19"

• Inside back height to top of seat: 13"

• Deeper option noted: 45" overall depth (25.5" seat depth)

• Upholstery availability: also available in leather

• Cushion construction: feather and down around a foam core

• Warranty language: guaranteed for life

Review Score:

Our Testing Experience:

Maxwell Leather feels structured in a good way. Instead of an immediate collapse, you get a firm landing and then controlled give as you settle back. During laptop blocks, we stayed more stacked—hips under us, shoulders less rounded—because the seat didn’t form a soft trough.

Carlos focused on the shift from upright to reclined, and Maxwell handled it cleanly: he could lean back without his head being pushed forward. Jamal, with longer legs, liked that the depth supported him without forcing a deep slouch. Even with repeated posture changes, the sofa stayed stable and held its shape.

What we liked:

• Consistent support across posture changes

• Leather surface made day-to-day cleanup simpler

• Stable under heavier movement and frequent shifting

Who it is best for:

• People who mix upright sitting with casual lounging

• Households that work, snack, and watch TV on the same sofa

• Anyone who dislikes the stuck-in-the-cushion feeling

Where it falls short:

• Leather can feel warm in long sessions

• Not as instantly plush as the Cloud

• Expensive if you mainly want softness

Pros & Cons:

Details:

• Starting price: $4,850 (member) / $6,930 (regular)

• Tested configuration: 7' 2-cushion sofa (40" depth)

• Overall dimensions (tested): 84" W × 40" D × 34" H

• Inside seat depth (tested): 24" (luxe option listed at 46" overall depth with 30" inside seat depth)

• Seat height: 20"

• Construction callouts: FSC-certified wood frame language; mortise-and-tenon joinery; 8-way hand-tied springs

• Cushion callout: hybrid memory/latex foam with down/feather wrap; RH notes resiliency after 100,000 sitting cycles

• Upholstery availability: also available in fabric

• Warranty language: guaranteed for life

Review Score:

Our Testing Experience:

Belgian Track Arm landed in the middle of the lineup. It wasn’t as instantly plush as the Cloud, and it didn’t read as a structured leather chair like Maxwell. The back angle encouraged a neutral lean—relaxed enough to settle in, but not so much that we felt hips sliding forward.

Carlos did long laptop sessions and liked the mid-back support without his head being pushed forward. Ethan, who changes positions constantly, could move from upright to side-leaning without the seat feeling grabby. Mia liked curling into the corner, but on deeper settings she still preferred a pillow behind her to keep her feet planted comfortably.

What we liked:

• Balanced seat feel for mixed sitting and lounging

• Depth options made it easier to fit different body types

• Stable front edge for quick sit-and-stand moments

Who it is best for:

• Households that want one sofa to handle most use cases well

• People who like clean lines but still want real depth

• Mixed-height households that benefit from depth choices

Where it falls short:

• Fabric upkeep can become a recurring chore

• Not as plush for nap-first loungers

• Deeper settings can still invite slouching if you’re not mindful

Pros & Cons:

Details:

• Starting price: $2,995 (member) / $4,280 (regular)

• Tested configuration: 7' 2-cushion sofa (40" depth)

• Overall dimensions (tested): 84" W × 40" D × 34" H

• Depth options listed: 36" (petite), 40" (classic), 44" (luxe)

• Inside seat depth: 22" (classic); 26" (luxe)

• Seat height: 20"

• Construction callouts: kiln-dried wood frame language with mortise-and-tenon joinery; 8-way hand-tied springs

• Upholstery availability: also available slipcovered

• Warranty language: guaranteed for life

Review Score:

Our Testing Experience:

Lancaster is the classic big-sofa option: rolled arms, substantial presence, and enough room for two people to actually relax without negotiating elbow space. Jenna and Ethan did a full couple-night on it—snacks, movie, then a short doze—and the three-cushion layout made it easier to claim space without creating a shared slope.

Jamal used it for stretching and recovery, and the depth gave him room to extend without knees hanging off the edge. The downside showed up during longer, quieter viewing: the deep profile makes it easy to slide into a low recline that feels great at first but can tug at the lower back unless you reset.

What we liked:

• Big, classic lounge comfort with real hosting space

• Three cushions make shared seating feel less competitive

• Easy to stretch out without pressure at the edge

Who it is best for:

• Larger living rooms that can handle the footprint

• Couples and hosts who want true spread-out space

• Taller users who want depth for legs and lounge angles

Where it falls short:

• Deep profile can encourage a lower-back slump over time

• Takes up space; not apartment-friendly

• Value depends on whether you truly use the full scale

Pros & Cons:

Details:

• Starting price: $3,965 (member) / $5,665 (regular)

• Tested configuration: 8' classic 3-cushion sofa (43" depth family)

• Overall dimensions (tested family): 96" W × 43" D × 36" H

• Seat height: 20.5"

• Arm styling callouts: rolled arms; turned hardwood feet

• Inside seat depth: 26" (with back cushion); 33" (without back cushion)

• Depth options listed for the family: 38" (petite), 43" (classic), 49" (luxe)

• Upholstery availability: also available in fabric

• Warranty language: guaranteed for life

Review Score:

On the scorecards, Belgian and Maxwell were the steadiest all-around performers, with few weak categories. The Cloud still won on pure comfort, but it traded points in back support and repositioning once you’re fully sunk in. Lancaster was the best for sharing space and stretching out, but its depth rewards mindful posture rather than enforcing it.

Start with how you sit. If you spend hours upright on a laptop, prioritize back angle and seat stability—Maxwell and Belgian made that easiest. If your sofa is your nightly decompression spot, the Cloud delivers quick melt-in softness, but it helps to plan for lumbar support.

Then size depth to your body and room. Petite users often do better with shallower depth options; tall loungers can use classic or luxe depths without perching. Finally, match maintenance to your household: leather made daily cleanup simpler, while fabric requires steadier care. If two people regularly share the sofa, Lancaster (or Cloud) felt the most naturally spread-out, while Belgian was the best compromise for mixed sitting styles.

• Measure depth and walkway clearance, not just width, before you commit

• If your lower back is sensitive, keep a small lumbar pillow in your main seat

• On deep seats, use a throw pillow behind you so your feet can stay planted

• Rotate the main seats weekly to even out wear

• Vacuum seams and under cushions so grit doesn’t grind into fabric

• For leather, keep a soft cloth nearby for quick wipe-downs after snacks

• If you nap on the sofa, keep an extra pillow near the arm to support your neck

• When hosting, a firmer throw pillow behind the back can improve posture comfort

• If you run warm, pair the sofa with lighter, breathable room textiles to reduce heat buildup