Best sectional couches under $300

Start with the LLappuil 108" Sectional — the strongest all-rounder here: a full-length left-chaise sectional with the best owner feedback of the group, so it's the safest bet for a main living-room couch.

Who the others suit:

• Tight budget, big footprint: the EASE MOOSE modular seven-piece — rearrange it into an L, a U or a straight run.
• Small rooms or apartments: the Walsunny convertible with reversible chaise, or the Tornama convertible — both flip sides and fold out for guests.
• Soft, low-slung "cloud" look: the Hanherry or OMNIBERG boneless modulars.
• Seats the most people: the Garaneeds U-shaped sofa.

Two things to weigh before buying: most of these are fabric modulars that arrive flat-packed, so expect assembly and a firm-then-softening seat; and check the shipping charge, since a few listings add a hefty freight fee on top.