8 best affordable leather sofas to upgrade your space on a budget

Dimensions: H 90cm x W 158cm x D 94cm 

If you like a leather sofa with a charmingly battered look, Habitat’s offering promises to age beautifully over time. The Salisbury’s boxy, contemporary design belies its distressed, vintage-like finish. It’s upholstered in a semi-aniline leather and boasts comfy deep seating with a plush but supportive seat back. Sitting half way between slouchy and upright, its scroll arms and chunky wooden feet award it a more formal structure, while the cushioning is satisfyingly squidgy. Whether you choose the two-seater in black, chocolate or tan, at just £550, it offers serious bang for your buck.

Dimensions: H 80.5cm x W 119cm x D 73cm 

Mid-century design lovers will appreciate the Cuvier for its fuss-free shaping and its angular wooden frame. This one is made with a top grain leather and while the material is economic in coverage its decent quality is clear to see. The leather seat, whether in brown or green, boasts an attractive mottled patina. Its variations in tone give it a really inviting visual texture while its ash wood frame is equally texture-rich with a mid-toned and rustic finish. A stylish addition to any living space.

Dimensions: H 80cm x W 150cm x D 88cm 

With its strong masculine lines, this is one handsome black leather sofa, recalling laid-back Seventies style. Its deep buttoning on the cushions, seat backs and outer arms proves shrewd attention to detail – this is a sofa that looks great at every angle. We loved the taller than usual legs, which elevate the settee whilst giving the illusion of extra floor space in the living room. Foam and feather filled seats ensure a comfy sit and the angled back and low arm rests make it impossible not to relax in. Perfect for movie night.

Dimensions: H 93cm x W 209cm x D 98cm 

Cleverly, this stylish settee is upholstered in genuine soft leather in all the areas that count while the undersides are finished in a matching faux, keeping the price invitingly low. The low-sitting marlo is invitingly comfy, too, with its puffy seat back and its deep, wide cushions. Another mid-century inspired piece, the sofa features chic angled wooden legs and slouchy arm rests straight from the Seventies. We love the comprehensive choice of rich and earthy tones, from denim to chestnut to brandy. And in mustard, this one looks even more retro.

Dimensions: H 94cm x W 199cm x D 92cm 

Furniture Village’s offering is all about modern glamour with its streamlined silhouette and its boxy but gently curved form. Upholstered all over in genuine leather – save for the chunky dark wood feet – it feels as luxurious as it looks. This one comes in four neutral shades from anthracite to smoke, and boasts intricate stitch detailing for a super smart finish. The Serento is a great choice if you like a sofa with proper back support – the only slouchiness here is on the arm rests.

Dimensions: H 92cm x W 166cm x D 94cm 

This is a stylish leather sofa that recalls the best of 20th century Italian design. With its angled arm rests and reclined seat back, it cradles the sitter wonderfully, while offering ergonomic support. Its tapered wooden legs are another nod to mid-century style and in a soft buttery aniline leather, this one’s all about affordable luxury. We loved the extra cushioning on the arm rests as well as the neat stitch detailing that celebrates this settee’s craftsmanship. This handsome piece comes in a huge range of dyed leathers – from “hampshire espresso” to “Texas Bordeaux.”

Dimensions: H 84cm x W 163cm x D 101cm 

Timeless in design, this is a practical sofa guaranteed to fit into contemporary and traditional living rooms alike. It’s also a great choice if you want a future-proof piece that won’t be going out of style anytime soon. What we loved most about the New Houston sofa was its curved armrests, which invite you to sit back and relax. Add to that luxuriously deep cushioning and a soft but supportive high back rest and you have one seriously cosy sofa ideal for curling up in. Impressively, this one comes in a choice of 27 leathers.

Dimensions: H 99cm x W 216cm x D 94cm 

With its high back and mid-height armrests, this is a really striking modern settee, designed for comfort but also the freedom to stretch out. Upholstered in a smooth and supple leather with intricate stitching, its quality is clear to see. What’s not immediately apparent, however, is the three-seater’s hardwood interior frame – this is a brand that specialises in traditional craftsmanship and top-notch woodwork. Upright but with a nod to slouchy styles, this one’s got your back.