Quick delivery sofas – these are the retailers that can guarantee delivery before Christmas

Sofas are notorious for their long delivery lead times – I had to wait three months for mine to arrive earlier this year. But if you find yourself in need of a new sofa in the run up to Christmas - which, let’s face it, is where we find ourselves at present - you will need to get one from a quick delivery sofa brand which can guarantee a Christmas delivery.

Whether you need a new best sofa for your living room to fit your entire family that's coming over for Christmas dinner or you have to accommodate overnight guests and therefore need to invest in the best sofa bed, these are all legitimate reasons to update your home’s seating arrangement in time for Christmas.

And to take the guesswork out of an already stressful task that is Christmas hosting, I’ve rounded up 9 places where to buy a sofa that guarantee prompt delivery before Christmastime, boasting anywhere from a next-day delivery to a mere 4-week lead time.

Quick delivery sofas – where to shop for pre-Christmas delivery

• Argos: Habitat sofas and sofa beds with 24-hour delivery
• Barker and Stonehouse: sofas with 7 to 14-day delivery
• DFS: sofas and sofa beds with 7-day delivery
• Furniture and Choice: sofas with 3 to 5 working day delivery
• Furniture Village: sofas and sofa beds with 7 or 21-day delivery
• John Lewis & Partners: sofas and sofa beds with 7-day delivery
• Oak Furnitureland: sofas with 7-day delivery
• ScS: sofas and sofa beds with 1 to 5 week delivery
• Swyft: sofas and sofa beds with 24-hour delivery

9 of the best places to buy a sofa in time for Christmas

If you’re after some more in-depth living room sofa ideas, then there’s plenty of inspiration in your living room hub. But I’ve also included some of my top picks of sofa designs from these brands to go for – as most of the time, only selected styles will be available for quick delivery, rather than the retailer’s entire range.

1. John Lewis & Partners | 7-day delivery

The Ideal Home team can’t get enough of the furniture at John Lewis. With styles and price points to suit every home and budget, it’s a great all-rounder. The brand also has a good selection of sofas with delivery by Christmas available, including options that could be with you in just 7 days. And if you need a sofa that can work a little harder to make guests comfortable this festive season, then there are plenty of sofa beds you can buy in time for Christmas, too.

Whether you have a big family or you just want to spread out while you eat mince pies and watch Christmas films, a corner sofa is always a good shout - and we have a feeling that this Barbican 5+ Seater Corner Sofa should do the trick. The retro aesthetic will make a statement in any living room, and you’ll be happy to know that it’s been designed with comfort in mind, thanks to the fibre-wrapped foam seats.

2. DFS | 7-day delivery

DFS is one of the nation’s favourite places to get their sofas – and for good reason, the retailer blends style with affordability really well. While the selection of sofas with guaranteed Christmas delivery near the big day is limited, there are some great options, especially if you’re looking for larger-sized sofas like the Skylar Express Corner Sofa. This three-piece design, along with the other two styles, will take only about a week to arrive. But to guarantee Christmas delivery, the retailer’s order cut-off date is 13th December.

3. Furniture Village | 7 or 21-day delivery

You probably don’t need us to tell you that Furniture Village is the place to go when you want high-quality furniture. With a huge selection of sofas – and sofa beds – available in just 7 or 21 days, sofa shopping at Furniture Village allows plenty of time to get seating sorted before the family descends for some festive fun. And that just gives you more time to plan the Christmas games you’ll (attempt to) win.

If you need any more proof that Furniture Village sofas are super stylish, just look at the Legend Classic Back Fabric Corner Sofa. With more than enough space for the whole family, this corner sofa even comes with an additional footstool so you can configure your living room to suit your needs. With countless fabric and leg options, you can also tailor this sofa to your specific tastes.

4. Barker and Stonehouse | 7 to 14-day delivery

Looking for a need-it-quick sofa that still delivers on style and quality? Barker and Stonehouse has got your back. Its ready-to-deliver sofas can be with you in just one or two weeks, so you can treat yourself to a contemporary velvet three-seater, stylish scalloped cocktail sofa or statement leather Chesterfield well before the big day. The choice is yours… although it might be a difficult one with so many incredible options.

The bouclé furniture trend is here to stay, which is why we’re adding the Paloma 3 Seater Sofa to our basket immediately. Offering the softness of bouclé with curved edges and wooden legs, this sofa is the epitome of style. Plus, with space for three people, there’s more than enough room for a friendly (or unfriendly) game of Monopoly on this sofa during the festive period.

5. Habitat at Argos | From 24-hour delivery

Are you just as obsessed with Habitat and Argos as we are? Offering on-trend furniture at a budget price, this brand is perfect for those who want to save money but still impress their relatives this Christmas. While 24-hour sofa delivery is available, delivery time is determined on a case-by-case (or should we say couch-by-couch) basis, with some taking a couple of weeks to reach your door. However, all of our favourite options below are available for delivery before Christmas.

Our top pick at Habitat just has to be the super popular Kota sofa bed which is the perfect sofa bed option that works perfectly if you’re hosting guests this festive period. We love the curved, cushiony design and easy-to-work clic clac function.

6. ScS | 1-5 week delivery

ScS is one of our favourite sofa brands out there, and one look at their website will explain why. Offering stylish and affordable sofa options, you’re bound to find one that suits your needs perfectly. And while you'll need to move sharpish, ScS currently has a selection of sofas available for pre-Christmas delivery, including budget-friendly options. You can even shop the Ideal Home x ScS sofa edit for affordable seating that's big on style if you really want to make your annoying cousin jealous.

But if you are working with a small budget, the affordable Hoxton should be your first port of call, considering its £499 price tag. And even though it's super affordable, it doesn't sacrifice on style as we love the mid-century modern shape of this design.

7. Oak Furnitureland | 7-day delivery

If you’re looking for a solid and sturdy sofa that will survive potential family feuds and very important games of Twister, Oak Furnitureland will no doubt have a sofa option for you. With a wide selection of sofas available for delivery in just 7 days, this brand offers everything from compact two-seaters to three-seaters, chaise options, and modular corner sofas that have room for all the family this Christmas.

The Milner 2 Seater Sofa is undoubtedly a very attractive sofa, but what we love most about it is the fact that it’s so versatile. No matter whether your living room is decked out in a Scandi theme or you’ve opted for a more retro style, this sofa will complement any colour and theme. Of course, we love the granite colourway for its flexible nature - but it’s safe to say that the mustard is a close second.

8. Furniture and Choice | 3-5 day delivery

Although Furniture and Choice offers everything from dining room tables to bedroom furniture, its sofas are a particular favourite of ours. Stylish but perfect for those on a budget, this brand is currently offering a good selection of sofa models with delivery in just 3-5 working days. Prices are also super affordable, with two-seater sofas starting from just £399, three-seaters from £499, and recliner sofas available for under £650 – perfect for kicking back after Christmas lunch.

You probably don’t need us to tell you why we picked the Loren 3+2 Seater Sofa Set for our star pick - but we’ll tell you anyway. It’s not often you’ll find a 3-seater and 2-seater set for under £800, making this offering an absolute steal. But while the price is cheap, the quality isn’t. Made from classic plush fabric, this set will be super soft and comfortable for you and your guests this Christmas.

9. Swyft | 24-hour delivery

Swyft is all about sofas - and that’s exactly why we love this brand. But while this brand is perfect for year-round purchases, it's particularly popular during the festive period. Yes, if you choose from Swyft’s core colour range, you’ll be able to pick a delivery date within 24 hours if you order before 3pm. But even if you prefer one of the made-to-order fabrics, you’ll only have to wait two weeks for delivery. A major bonus is that all of Swyft’s models are also incredibly attractive.

Swyft’s Model 03 is a fan-favourite at Ideal Home, and we’ve previously raved about this sofa in our review of the popular model. This modular sofa lets you make the rules, allowing you to mix and match everything from the main sofa to the additional ottoman sections. You can seat anywhere between two people to ten people - making it the perfect sofa for a busy Christmas period. With over 55 fabric choices, you basically get to design your own bespoke sofa.

We have no doubts that at least one of these sofas will make Christmas even more special, but remember to get your sofa measurements right if you want it to be perfect for the festive period.