It’s one thing flopping down on the sofa after a long day; another level entirely when said sofa comes with all the digital upgrades that make it an even more comfortable place to be.
Smart sofas are here to revolutionise your living room and bring it into the smart era.
I'm talking heated seats, I'm talking integrated Bluetooth speakers. I’m talking lighting that flashes in sync with the blockbuster on your screen or whatever is pumping out of the speakers. Heated seats and power recliners! And snack holders and coolers that transform your lounge into a personal cinema.
These tech-packed sofas may not be to everyone’s taste, but if you’re into your gadgets or want to elevate your viewing experience, they’re worth the cost.
And with so many features involved, cost is considerably more compared to a standard sofa.
They're not exactly low-maintenance either: there may be potential glitches that need fixing, increased energy usage, parts that need replacing and limited customisation options. That said, it may be worth it for the incredible entertainment experience, outrageous levels of comfort and integrated USB ports or wireless charging to boost your devices.
If you’re willing to take the next step on your journey to making your home smarter, we’ve rounded up the best smart tech sofas to splash your cash on.
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World of Leather Relax Station Komodo 3 Seater Power Leather Sofa
Dimensions: 99 x 162 x 209cm
A leather sofa may have old school connotations, but World of Leather’s Komodo design brings things firmly into the 21st Century. Relax on the deep bucket seats and soft leather upholstery while recharging your devices through the built-in USB ports by the armrests.
The centre seat folds down into a mini coffee table complete with cup holders so you’re never in danger of working up a thirst and when it’s time to kick back, engage the recliners for a seat so comfortable you’ll have real trouble getting out of it.
We love the petrol blue hue, a refreshing change from the usual brown and black.
Buy now £1795.00, Furniture Village
DURASPACE Sleeper Chair 3-in-1 Convertible Chair
Dimensions: 185D x 101W x 87Hcm
Lounge smarter, not harder. Duraspace’s chair bed is made for boxset marathons, with a cup holder, USB ports and built-in side pockets to keep the ‘essentials’ (snacks).
Offering luxury cinema-tier features, it goes one better and converts into a fully flat bed making falling asleep in front of the box an altogether more appealing prospect.
Available in grey, dove grey and blue as well as this forest green.
Buy now £299.99, Amazon
Oak Furnitureland Iver Electric Recliner Armchair with Power Headrest
Dimensions: H102 x W102 x D96cm
A reclining armchair sounds comfortable as it is, but wrapped in leather upholstery means you're in a new state of bliss. There's no grasping for levers with this design as it offers electric reclining and a power headrest. Combined with adjustable upper and lower support, you'll soon some to understand where your money is going.
Extra touches like a control panel to adjust elements of the chair, a USB port round and that rich cognac hue round off the considered look. Prepare to fight over the most prized seat in the house.
Buy now £999.99, Oak Furnitureland
SQUEBILIFE Recliner Chair 2 Seater Sofa
Sharing is caring as they say. If you’re feeling charitable enough to extend reclining perks to one other, this two-seater is just the ticket. Separated by an armrest - featuring built-in cup holders no less - this design is made for movie marathons. Not only does it recline, but there's an angled leg rest too. Two USB ports allow you to plug in devices directly from the chair and there are side pockets to stash magazines and small snacks.
Buy now £399.99, Amazon
Sofology Lumiere collection
Dimensions: variable
This handmade sofa from Sofology takes at least 15 weeks to make, but it's worth the wait if you're looking to take your living space to the next cinematic level. Available in a range of colours and configurations from three-seaters to corner units, seats can recline and come with ambient lighting - even the dividing armrest, which doubles up as a drinks and snacks shelf - illuminates.
Prices start at around the £1699 mark, but financing options are available too.
Buy now £1699.00, Sofology
Furniture Village Jude 3 Seater Fabric Power Recliner Sofa with Smart Console Unit and Power Telescopic Headrests
Dimensions: H94 x D156 x W226cm
Say hey to Furniture Village's Jude model, armed to the eyebrows with clever features to elevate your leisure time. The power recliner is covered in cosy fabric upholstery and comes with power telescopic headrests for full-body support.
It's loaded with multiple charging points (including wireless charging) so you no longer have to fight over one power point. There are cooling cup holders to keep your drink at a refreshing temperature while the movie's on. There's even additional storage to squeeze in snacks, magazines or blankets.
Buy now £2295.00, Furniture Village
