Best Easy-To-Assemble: Patio PE Wicker Couch – 3-Seat Outdoor Brown Rattan Sofa

When we asked our parent readers for their thoughts on outdoor sofas, one comment came up time and time again: ease of assembly. Some sofas are just easier to assemble than others—and that might be a deal breaker for folks who are looking for an affordable piece of furniture.

After looking at several options that were recommended by our readers, we decided Waroom’s Patio PE Wicker Couch is the best bet for ease of assembly. And it is very comfortable to boot! Here’s more:

What We Liked

• Durable fabric.

• Sturdy.

• Assembly is very easy.

• Affordable.

• No-slip adjustable feet.

• Includes 2 lumbar pillows.

• Also includes a furniture cover—great for keeping dust/dirt off the sofa.

What Needs Work

• Back is low. That makes this sofa a bit uncomfortable for taller folks.

• Cushions arrive squished—it takes some time for them to fully fluff up.

Best Budget Friendly: Outdoor Couch,3 Piece Outdoor Couch, Brown PE Rattan Wicker Patio Furniture Sofa Couch with Dark Grey Cushion

Outdoor furniture can be very pricey, but we thought Sunvivi Outdoor Couch was a great example of how you don’t have to break the bank to get quality furniture. This couch is a reader favorite and we’d agree: it is very well made, yet easy on the wallet.

What’s best about this piece: the three pieces aren’t attached to each other. That means you can arrange it in multiple ways (as a loveseat with seating for two, for example). That’s great flexibility, especially if you have a smaller space.

Here’s more:

What We Liked

• Very comfy!

• Aluminum frame is durable, yet lightweight.

• Height-adjustable feet in case your patio is uneven.

• Great size.

• 3″ back and seat foam cushions.

• Cushions have non-slip rubber mat on bottom to keep them in place.

What Needs Work

• Assembly could be easier. We see a few user reports that glitches can make this couch a bit tricky to assemble (example: holes not aligning properly.)

• The instructions could be clearer.

Best Outdoor Daybed: M&W Patio Furniture Outdoor Daybed

If you’ve ever been on vacation to one of those tropical beach resorts, you’ve seen these daybeds arranged around a pool or beach. And wow, are they comfortable. To recreate that resort feel, we’d recommend this outdoor daybed by M&W. Yes, it is a bit pricey, but we loved the comfort and canopy.

What We Liked

• Comfortable!

• 4″ thick cushions.

• Hook and loop attachments keep cushions in place.

• Great for a pool.

• Canopy provides shade.

• Center pops out to be used as a footstool or snack table!

What Needs Work

• Pricey.

• Takes a while to assemble.

• Canopy can be tricky. If you don’t assemble it correctly, it may have issues staying up.

Best Outdoor Sofa Set: JOIVI Patio Conversation Set

We loved the bang for the buck with this sofa set by Joivi—you get a couch with chaise lounger on one side and a square coffee table with glass top. Our readers loved this set, especially for more compact spaces. Another bonus: it is easy to assemble.

Here’s more:

What We Liked

• Chaise lounge can be set up on either side of couch.

• Comfy cushions.

• Coffee table has tempered glass top.

• Easy to assemble.

• Affordable.

What Needs Work

• Sits low to the ground. This might bother taller folks.

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