Is the Rannis good for nightly sleeping?

It is built for occasional guests. The twin memory foam mattress is thin, so most owners use it for a night or two rather than every night.

What size mattress does it take?

It uses the included bi-fold twin memory foam mattress on a steel frame. Replacing it means sourcing a twin-size folding mattress that fits the frame.

Does it fit in a small apartment?

Yes. The compact sofa footprint is the main selling point, and it opens to a twin bed without needing a separate guest room.

How does it compare with a dedicated sleeper sofa?

Dedicated sleepers usually have thicker mattresses and sturdier mechanisms. The Rannis trades some of that for a smaller footprint and simpler setup.

What is the upholstery?

Polyester fabric over high-resiliency foam cushions, with a corner-blocked frame and exposed faux-wood feet.

Does the mattress sleep hot?

Memory foam retains heat, and some sleepers find it warm. A mattress pad or cooler room helps.

Signature Design by Ashley Rannis Sofa Sleeper

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Signature Design by Ashley Rannis Sofa Sleeper

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Our take on the Signature Design by Ashley Rannis Sofa Sleeper

The Rannis is a twin-size sofa sleeper from Ashley's Signature Design line. It pairs a clean-lined contemporary sofa with a bi-fold memory foam mattress on a steel frame, so a small living room can double as a guest room. The corner-blocked frame, high-resiliency foam and polyester upholstery are typical of Ashley's entry-level upholstery. Against dedicated sleeper sofas it trades mattress thickness and long-term durability for a compact footprint and simple pull-out setup.

Best forApartment and small-space livingGuest room or multi-use roomOccasional overnight guestsShoppers wanting a sofa and bed in one piece

Pros

Sofa and twin bed in one compact footprint
Memory foam mattress included, no separate purchase
Corner-blocked frame adds structural rigidity
Attached backs and loose seat cushions are easy to keep tidy
Contemporary look with exposed faux-wood feet

Cons

Twin mattress is thin and best for occasional use
Memory foam sleeps warm for some users
Polyester upholstery and foam are entry-level materials
Sleeper mechanism adds weight and limits placement

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What reviewers say

Owner feedback on Ashley's Rannis sleeper is limited, but buyers of similar Ashley sleepers generally find the sofa comfortable for sitting and the pull-out adequate for occasional guests. Complaints tend to center on mattress thinness and firmness.

What people mention

Mattress comfortMixedOwners say the included twin memory foam mattress is fine for a night or two but thin for regular sleeping.
FootprintPraisedBuyers like that it fits apartments and small guest rooms where a full sleeper would not.
SetupPraisedThe bi-fold mattress and steel frame are reported as simple to pull out and fold away.
Cushion supportMixedSeat cushions are comfortable at first but soften with daily use.
Sleep temperatureCriticisedSome sleepers find the memory foam runs warm overnight.

About the Signature Design by Ashley Rannis Sofa Sleeper

The Rannis is a twin sofa sleeper with a clean-lined, contemporary look. Its small footprint suits apartments and multi-use rooms. A built-in mattress lets it serve as seating by day and a bed at night.

The frame is corner-blocked, with attached backs and loose seat cushions. The cushions are high-resiliency foam wrapped in thick poly fiber, and the upholstery is polyester. Exposed feet have a faux wood finish.

The included bi-fold twin memory foam mattress sits on a supportive steel frame. The memory foam allows better airflow for a cooler night's sleep. It is encased in damask ticking.

Type: Twin sofa sleeper
Frame: Corner-blocked frame with supportive steel frame for the mattress
Upholstery: Polyester
Cushions: High-resiliency foam wrapped in thick poly fiber; attached backs, loose seat cushions
Mattress: Included bi-fold twin memory foam mattress with damask ticking
Feet: Exposed, faux wood finish

Questions and answers

Is the Rannis good for nightly sleeping?: It is built for occasional guests. The twin memory foam mattress is thin, so most owners use it for a night or two rather than every night.
What size mattress does it take?: It uses the included bi-fold twin memory foam mattress on a steel frame. Replacing it means sourcing a twin-size folding mattress that fits the frame.
Does it fit in a small apartment?: Yes. The compact sofa footprint is the main selling point, and it opens to a twin bed without needing a separate guest room.
How does it compare with a dedicated sleeper sofa?: Dedicated sleepers usually have thicker mattresses and sturdier mechanisms. The Rannis trades some of that for a smaller footprint and simpler setup.
What is the upholstery?: Polyester fabric over high-resiliency foam cushions, with a corner-blocked frame and exposed faux-wood feet.
Does the mattress sleep hot?: Memory foam retains heat, and some sleepers find it warm. A mattress pad or cooler room helps.
Where is the Signature Design by Ashley Rannis Sofa Sleeper cheapest?: At Esmeralda's Furniture, for $86.01, as of our latest check.