Which sofa is better for a small living room?

The 78-inch sofa. At 32 inches deep and 83 inches long it fits where the curved sofa's 45-inch depth would crowd the room.

Which is better for lounging and naps?

The curved sofa. Its 29-inch seat depth lets you stretch out, while the 78-inch sofa has a shallower multi-cushion seat built for upright sitting.

Which sofa lasts longer?

The curved sofa lists a solid wood frame against plywood for the 78-inch sofa, which usually holds up better over years of use. Chenille on the 78-inch sofa resists pilling better than the polyester on the curved sofa.

Is the curved sofa worth the extra size?

Only if you have the floor space. It adds 7 inches of length and 13 inches of depth, so measure the room and doorways before buying.

Which has better back support?

The 78-inch sofa. Its 18-inch seat height and tufted tight back sit higher, while the curved sofa's 9.5-inch back height is very low.

Do both hold the same weight?

Yes. Both list a 900 lb maximum weight capacity.

Christopher Knight Home 78" Modern Sofa with Chenille Upholstery vs Christopher Knight Home 87.4" Modern Curved Upholstered 3-Seater Sofa with Wide Armrest

Buy the 78-inch chenille sofa if you want a classic Chesterfield look with nailhead trim and tufting, a standard 32-inch depth, and a seat that fits a normal living room. Buy the 87.4-inch curved sofa if you have a large open space and want a sculptural low-profile piece with very deep seating. The 78-inch sofa has the stronger rating (5 of 5 from 1 rating) against 3 of 5 from 2 ratings for the curved sofa, but both samples are too small to lean on. No current prices were provided for either sofa, so compare store prices on this page before deciding.

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