Hideaway Bed Couch: Fold-Out Picks for Small Rooms

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A hideaway bed couch is a sofa that converts into a bed, so a small room or guest space does not need a separate bed. The COMAX is a low 59 in floor couch that opens to 59 in by 71 in, while the tri-fold model opens to about 89 in by 60 in and is sold as queen. The Erament is a 53 in loveseat with a 25.6 in seat height, the highest of the three. All three are boneless foam seats rather than full mattresses, so they suit occasional guests better than nightly use.

Quick compare: the products in this guide

Sizes come from the Amazon listings as we read them; check the product page for the current details before you buy.

Product	Listed details	Link
COMAX Boneless Futon Sofa Bed, 59″ Small Low-Profile Floor Couch, Black	59.1 in x 35.4 in x 11.8 in folded; 220 pound maximum	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
Erament Loveseat Boneless Convertible Sofa Bed, Folding Floor Futon Sleeper…	53 in x 33.8 in x 26.4 in; 500 pound maximum	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
Convertible Sofa Bed Queen,5-in-1 Tri-Fold Boneless Couch with Removable…	60 in x 27.6 in x 23.6 in folded; opens to 89 in x 60 in	See details on Amazon Affiliate link

What “hideaway” means in these listings

Traditional hideaway beds hide a metal frame and a thin mattress inside a sofa body. The three here use another idea. They are layers of foam, with a cover, that fold flat to make a bed or fold up to form a seat and a back. No frame has to be pulled out, so you need no floor space for a mechanism, only for the open bed.

This changes the trade-offs. Boneless couches are light and easy to move, and they arrive in a box. They are also low, and the seat is soft rather than firm. If your guest needs to get in and out easily, check the seat height.

What to check before buying

• Folded size. This is the footprint of the couch in its sofa shape.
• Open size. The bed must fit the floor around the couch. Listings often show this in the description rather than the dimensions field.
• Seat height. The three differ widely: 11.8 in, about 15 in and about 25.6 in.
• Weight limit. Stated limits differ, from 220 to 500 pounds.
• Cover. A removable, washable cover saves a lot of trouble for a bed that doubles as a guest sofa.
• Expansion time. The COMAX ships vacuum packed and the listing says to allow 24 to 72 hours for the foam to expand.

Worked example: a 10 ft by 10 ft studio

Imagine a studio of 120 in by 120 in, with the couch against one wall and you want to keep 36 in clear for a walking path (the US Access Board minimum for a clear route, used as a yardstick).

• COMAX, folded 59.1 in wide by 35.4 in deep. Floor use: 59.1 x 35.4 = 2,092 sq in, or about 14.5 sq ft. Opened, it is 59 in by 71 in, so it is 71 in out from the wall if the long side runs out from the wall. The room then keeps 120 – 71 = 49 in, which is more than the 36 in you wanted.
• Tri-fold queen, folded 60 in by 27.6 in. Opened, it is about 89 in by 60 in, so the bed runs 89 in into the room if placed with its length out from the wall. That leaves 120 – 89 = 31 in, which is less than 36 in. Place the bed along the wall instead, so its 60 in width is the depth, and you leave 120 – 60 = 60 in.
• Erament, 53 in wide by 33.8 in deep. The listing gives no open length, so check it before ordering. Allow for a bed of about 53 in by 75 in or more, which is a full-length mattress size (see the Banner Mattress futon chart in Sources), and the room keeps 120 – 75 = 45 in.

So in a 10 ft studio, all three fit if the bed is placed with some care, and the tri-fold only fits lengthwise along the wall.

Three models compared

All numbers come from the listings.

COMAX boneless futon sofa bed, 59 in

The listing gives 59.1 in wide, 35.4 in deep and 11.8 in high folded, with a weight of 39.7 pounds and a maximum weight of 220 pounds. The seat height is 11.8 in, which the listing compares with a standard boneless seat of 17 to 19 in. It opens to 59 in by 71 in, which the listing describes as full-size, though a standard full mattress is 54 in by 75 in, so it is wider and about 4 in shorter. The corduroy cover is removable and machine washable. It needs no assembly, and it ships compressed.

Erament loveseat boneless convertible sofa bed, black

The listing gives 53 in wide, 33.8 in deep and 26.4 in high, a weight of 21.32 kg and a maximum weight of 500 pounds. The seat height is given as 25.6 in, which is the highest of the three and the easiest to sit on. The frame material is listed as metal, with high density memory foam fill, and the listing says it arrives fully assembled. The seating capacity is two. The listing does not state the open size in the dimensions, so ask or check.

Convertible sofa bed queen, 5-in-1 tri-fold

The listing gives 60 in wide, 27.6 in deep and 23.6 in high, and a size of 89 in by 60 in for the queen. The seat height is 15 in. It has removable L-shaped armrests and the listing says five positions are possible. The filling is high density foam and memory foam, and the cover is corduroy. No assembly is needed. The listing gives no weight limit, so do not assume one.

Using it as a sofa and a bed

Use it as a sofa most days, and unfold it only when you need it. A foam bed rolls into a small shape for storage, but it does not hold up like a frame bed when it is folded every night.

• Add a mattress topper for a guest, because thin foam can feel firm on a hard floor.
• Leave the floor clear. The open bed needs the full open size, plus a little space to climb in.
• Keep a sheet set that fits a 54 to 60 in wide mattress.
• Let it breathe. A foam couch shut away in a closet for weeks needs airing before use.

Sofa shape versus bed shape

The most useful way to compare these three is to picture each in both modes.

• Low floor couch (COMAX). In sofa mode it is a lounger close to the floor, with an 11.8 in seat. It suits a playroom, a dorm or a corner for reading. In bed mode it is a wide mattress, 59 in across, which two small people can share for a night.
• Loveseat (Erament). In sofa mode it looks the most like a regular couch, with track arms and a seat at about 25.6 in. It seats two, and it is the best of the three for people who want to stand up easily. In bed mode it is the narrowest, so it suits one adult.
• Tri-fold (queen style). In sofa mode it has removable L-shaped arms and a 15 in seat. It can sit as a wide chair, a couch or a lounger. In bed mode it is the longest, at 89 in by 60 in, so it is the one for a taller guest.

The pattern is simple: a higher seat means easier sitting, and a longer open size means a better bed. No model here wins on both, so decide which job matters more for your room.

Cleaning and care

A corduroy cover hides small marks but holds crumbs in its ridges. Vacuum the seams once a week if the couch gets daily use. For the COMAX, the listing says the cover is removable and machine washable, so follow the care label. Do not tumble dry a foam cover on high heat, since the lining may shrink. Let the foam air for a few hours after washing before you put the cover back on. If a stain soaks through to the foam, blot it, because soaking foam can take days to dry.

Who should buy a hideaway bed couch

• Studio dwellers who need a sofa and a sleeping spot in one room.
• Hosts with an occasional overnight guest.
• Parents who want a play area that becomes a sleepover bed.

Who should skip one

• Anyone who sleeps on it every night. Foam layers are not built for that.
• People with back or knee trouble, especially on the 11.8 in model.
• Anyone wanting a firm frame. These have no hard frame to give support.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Measuring the folded size only. The open bed needs far more floor.
• Ignoring the seat height. A very low seat is hard to stand up from.
• Assuming “queen” or “full” means a standard mattress. The listings use their own sizes.
• Skipping the expansion time. Compressed foam needs a day or more to fill out.
• Forgetting the weight limit. The numbers range widely, and one listing gives none.

Keep reading

These guides cover related picks and sizing checks for a small space.

• Daybed Sofa Couch: Fold-Flat Picks for Small Rooms
• Fold Out Sofa Bed: Open-Space Planning Guide
• Fold Out Desk: 3 Folding Desks Compared

Frequently asked questions

What is a hideaway bed couch?

A sofa that folds or unfolds into a bed. The three here use foam layers rather than a pull-out frame.

Is a boneless couch comfortable to sleep on?

For a night or two, usually. It is softer than a mattress and thinner than many guests expect, so a topper helps.

How much floor space does it need?

The COMAX needs about 59 in by 71 in when open, and the tri-fold needs about 89 in by 60 in.

How long do I wait for it to expand?

The COMAX listing says 24 to 72 hours after you unpack it. Check the others.

Can it hold two people?

Weight limits differ, so check the listing. One states 500 pounds, one states 220 pounds, and one states none.

Products worth checking

We have not tested these products. Sizes and features come from the Amazon listings as we read them; where a listing does not say, we say so.

Sources checked

• Banner Mattress, Futon Mattress Sizes
• US Access Board, Chapter 4: Accessible Routes

Specifications come from the Amazon listings as we read them for this guide. Product details and availability can change, so confirm on the product page before you buy.

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