Either/Or Convertible Sofa from Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters' new split-back Either/Or Sofa is inspired by mid-century daybed designs. You won't find a new sleeper sofa for much less than this...

At $480 (plus $115 shipping), it's an inexpensive option if you have a small space and you need a spot for guests to sleep. The back reclines at a couple of different angles to convert from a sofa to a lounge to a bed. The frame is steel, the upholstery is foam, and it comes in heather gray, orange, or sand. We haven't tried it in person, and it looks like it's currently only available for pre-order.

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I like the look alot (particularly the orange one) and have been looking for a similar type sleeper sofa for my den - But I'm afraid that at this price, I'm concerned that it's a) Made in China, or b) going to end up broken down and in landfill in a couple years...

posted by bepsf on April 1st 2008 at 10:51am
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This is really cute. I like all of the color options. It would have been perfect for my first apartment.

posted by kerri on April 1st 2008 at 10:56am
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i've been looking at this for a while now.. debating!! i love the gray..but i'm worried it's cheap construction.. anybody have one of these?

http://junoandpinkcarnations.blogspot.com

posted by animalhouze on April 1st 2008 at 10:59am
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As great as this looks, I've heard nothing but bad things about Urban Outfitters furniture. Buyer beware!

posted by suzy8track on April 1st 2008 at 11:16am
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animalhouze, We had a Good Question on AT:SF about this sofa -- take a look:

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/sf/seating-sofas-armchairs/sf-good-questions-how-comfortable-is-the-urban-outfitters-eitheror-convertible-sofa-045104

posted by leslie on April 1st 2008 at 11:18am
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same here suzy.

i'm thinking of it as a sofa only for my office that won't get much use, mainly will be occupied during meetings and when guests come to stay for a weekend. i'm thinking as a secondary sofa it could be a safe purchase. thoughts?

posted by TheVillageVegetable on April 1st 2008 at 11:51am
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they have them in some of the urban outfitters stores now (studio city). its very cute and easy to assemble.

posted by ltk on April 1st 2008 at 11:52am
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Yeah, the recent AT good question about this makes me scream "Don't do it!" You know where you can find a *nearly* new cheaper sleeper of much higher quality? Craigslist.

posted by Rosalyn on April 1st 2008 at 12:16pm
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Yes, I've been looking at this as well, but does anyone have any feedback on the Phoebe sofa by Chiasso? Is it comfortable?

http://www.chiasso.com/store/item.aspx?DepartmentId=36&ItemId=54007

Any information would be helpful!

posted by happymama on April 1st 2008 at 12:19pm
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This photographs well... And, the low price really frightens me. Buyer Beware!!!

posted by PlanItGirl on April 1st 2008 at 12:19pm
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I have a similar style sleeper from a company that makes a lot of futon frames and such. I have it in my office for those nights when I'm stuck there late or have a migraine and need a nap.

Ok, Ok, it's really for when I'm too hungover to work! ;)

posted by mscot on April 1st 2008 at 1:18pm
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I really liked the look of that, so I called Urban. Apparently it's not being shipped until mid June.

posted by Gwen on April 2nd 2008 at 6:30am
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You may want to check out overstock.com. They have a pretty large selection of futons and sofabeds, and you can read customer reviews...

posted by lulu77 on April 6th 2008 at 8:33pm
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