Is the howcool 73 good for sleeping every night?

It is better for occasional guests. The foam bed is thinner than a real mattress, so most people would feel the frame after several nights.

How firm is the seat?

Firm. The foam filling has little give, and the 18.6-inch seat depth suits upright sitting more than lounging.

Assembly is simple and mostly slots and bolts on the metal frame. Two people make folding and positioning easier.

Yes. The sections are light and separate, so it moves through tight halls more easily than a one-piece sleeper sofa.

Spot-clean with a mild upholstery cleaner and vacuum regularly. The cover is not described as removable or machine washable.

It is lighter and cheaper to build, with no metal mattress mechanism to break. A pull-out sofa gives a thicker mattress and deeper seat.

At Walmart, for $199.99, as of our latest check.

$199.99at WalmartChecked Nov 8

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