The best budget sofa beds that multi-task for less

• Type: 3 seater, Clic Clac
• Dimensions: W 206 x H 64.5 x D 110cm (open)
• Colours: 2

Sure, it might look like the sort of thing that a city bro would have in the corner of his office in Canary Wharf — for sleeping off all those hangovers and such, if Industry is anything to go by — but Dusk’s Hudson Clic Clac Sofa Bed has an air of minimalist, chic cool about it that we can’t turn our noses up at. In keeping with European design philosophies, here’s a sofa bed that holds “less is more” close to its heart. But simplicity is versatile; you could imagine this fitting in nicely wherever you plonk it and it easily transitions to a small double bed. This chic little number has everything you’d want in something that you’ll both sit and sleep on, and will likely occupy one of the main rooms: it’s attractive, affordable, comfortable and compact. From £309. At dusk.com

• Type: 3 seater, Clic Clac
• Dimensions: W 188 x H 79.5 x D 121.5cm (open)
• Colours: 2

Whether or not this sofa bed is named in connection to Jimi Hendrix or a gin we'll never know - neither seems particularly relevant- what we do know is that this budget sofa bed is looking straight out of a luxury hotel lobby. The clic-clac Marks & Spencer double sofa bed is not only super easy to set up, but it also has cleverly positioned stitching to offer support for your guests back, lumbar and legs. £599 £419. At marksandspencer.com

• Type: 2 seater, Clic Clac
• Dimensions: W 163 x H 59 x D 185cm (open)
• Colours: 3

Ah, Dreams. Can’t go wrong with a bed company when it comes to stuff you’ll spend at least some of the time sleeping on, can you? We’re especially fans of the Hazel 2-Seater Pull Out Sofa Bed — it’s classic, it has a bit of retro verve, it’s spacious, with an easy pull-out mechanism. One for the lovers of space-age ‘60s decor, or just those who want their furniture to exude personality. Though at the tip-top end of “budget,” Dreams’ Hazel 2-Seater Pull Out Sofa Bed looks modern, comes in a variety of different colours — fitting any lounge space — and easily changes into a spacious double bed. From £999 £799. At dreams.co.uk

• Type: 2 seater, Clic Clac
• Dimensions: L 208 x H 84 x W 135cm (open)
• Colours: 2

It’s an… oversized grey whoopie cushion? A giant bean bag? No, you fools: it’s a very puffy double sofa bed courtesy of M&S, essentially formed of two big, comfortable pillows on top of a rigid base which can be folded out into a double bed. Another one for the minimalism fans out there — just keep the red wine well away. And you can probably forget about spooning too, unless you're happy to be in a little dip. Very comfortable though – just look at it. From £499. At marksandspencer.com

• Type: 1 seater, Chair Bed
• Dimensions: W 105 x H 87 x D 205cm (open)
• Colours: 1

John Lewis’ Chair Bed, which comes in a calming “cobble grey,” is a great option for minimalist spaces. It’s strong, sturdy, comfortable; a great pick for guest rooms which need to double up as your office in the day. It’s a Clic-Clac Chair Bed, so folds out very simply — you can also remove the legs whenever you need to move it. Oh, and the mattress is made out of memory foam. Great for backs across the nation and the Cobble Grey colour is lovely and contemporary too, allowing it to fit right into any snug corner you have available. From £349 at johnlewis.com

• Type: 2 seater, Clic Clac
• Dimensions: W 143 x H 80 x D 89cm
• Colours: 6
  
  Despite the name of the thing, Made prides its Haru Large Sofa Bed as a compact sofa bed ideal for smaller living spaces — so this is a great one for the spare room that you’ve neglected for the last decade and a half. It comes in a variety of colours too; pick whichever one best matches the wallpaper. All the colours are statement options too, from Smooth Velvet Tan Orange, to Butter Yellow and Smooth Velvet Moss Green so there's bound to be at least one that matches your room. From £575. At made.com

• Type: 3 seater, Recliner
• Dimensions: W 213 x H 85 x D 83cm (open)
• Colours: 2

If modern glam is your thing – think mirrored chests of drawers and high white gloss literally everywhere – then we have found just the sofa bed for you. Its gold metal frame offers all kinds of bling vibes, while the velvet finish in either Platinum Grey or Opal Green are sure to catch your eye. The arms might make things a bit tricky if you have particularly tall guests, but there's a manual handle for easy and quick reclining and it comes with two “Toss Pillows”, which we are all for. Saving on a bed and decorative pillows with this one, what a win. £599 £530. At wayfair.co.uk

• Type: 1 seater, Chair Bed
• Dimensions: W 90 x H 82 x L 190cm (open)
• Colours: 4
  
  This is a cool one: Habitat’s Roma Velvet Fabric Chairbed is a chic option that’ll inject your living space with a bit of retro cool. Stick it in the reading nook, decorate it with a few bright cushions, and you’ve got a quirky little piece to impress your guests. And what’s more: when you want to lay down, you can fold it out easily into a comfortable single bed. Great for guests and those evening consuming page-turners that you just can’t put down. From £230. At habitat.co.uk

• Type: 2 seater, Futon
• Dimensions: W 135 x H 75 x D 195cm (open)
• Colours: 12
  
  Dunelm’s Mito Double Futon comes in a variety of colours — from sophisticated, muted shades to gaudier blasts of neon — so you can customise it to the space you’re furnishing. This minimalist option is perfect for those who believe that less is more, with eleven different colour options to choose from. It’s a versatile piece; it’d look just as good in your lounge as it would in your guest bedroom. Pair it with a nice lamp and some big cheese plants for the look that says: “You don’t have to worry about me, mum and/or dad! I’m an adult now!”. It’s a simple futon: just fold it out for a spacious double bed, though it may be a little too big for the smallest living spaces. From £209. At dunelm.com