Couch Comparisons

Joybird vs Fülhaus: Who Has Better Couches?

Ever wondered which brand, Joybird or Fülhaus, rules the couch kingdom when it comes to style and comfort? Join us on a thrilling adventure through the land of cozy seating to uncover the ultimate victor.
Alex Back | Couch.com CEO & Founder
Joybird vs Fülhaus

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    The couch conundrum continues as we pit Joybird against Fülhaus in the ultimate competition of comfort and style. Get ready to witness the clash of these couch juggernauts as we uncover which brand truly deserves a spot in your living room.

    Side By Side

    Features
    Joybird
    Fülhaus
    Made to Order Lead Times 4-8 Weeks
    Free Shipping Option
    White Glove Delivery Option $129-$299
    Return Option
    Warranty Included
    Financing Option Affirm
    Assembly Required
    Large Fabric Selection
    Free Swatches Available
    Manufacturing Origin Mexico
    Avg. 3-Seat Couch Price $$$

    In the realm of couches, Joybird stands out for its various styles, durability, sustainability, and value, providing a broad range to suit different tastes and needs. On the other hand, Fülhaus excels in modern design trends, innovative AI-integrated services, and functional furniture solutions, appealing to those in the rental property market with a keen eye for style and practicality.


    BRAND #1: Joybird

    A teal-colored bird logo with the word "JOYBIRD" in uppercase letters to the right of the bird. The bird is standing on two legs with a raised tail. The design appears on a white background.

    Joybird was launched in 2013 and instantly charmed the world with their Instagram-worthy couches. They've since cemented themselves as one of the top online furniture brands. They are currently owned by La-Z-Boy.

    Joybird | Brand Summary

    Joybird has stood the test of time and firmly cemented themselves as one of the best online couch retailers at their price point. They have a professional-yet-fun presentation, offer great quality products for the price, and allow customers to pick from dozens of beautiful fabrics.

    I have a few minor gripes with the website shopping experience and I’d encourage everyone to thoroughly examine the shipping and return policies, but overall there’s very little to criticize. Dare I say that Joybird sparks joy? I do dare.

    Couch Potato Note: Joybird is almost always on sale for up to 30% off. For this review, their price point is assumed to be 30% off the listed price. You should always wait for a sale before you buy a couch from Joybird (and you won’t have to wait very long). For all intents and purposes, their sale price is their actual price.

    Joybird | PotatoMeter Rating:

    Online Shopping Experience Score 90%
    Durability and Quality Score 92%
    Shipping and Lead Time Score 88%
    Vibe Check Score 91%
    Customer Focus Score 88%
    Overall PotatoMeter Rating 90%
    Read Our Joybird Brand Review

    Joybird | Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Huge fabric selection
    • Very fast lead times
    • High quality materials for the price
    • Tons of couch styles and sizes
    • Lifetime warranty on sofa frames
    • Has some brick-and-mortar locations
    Cons
    • Couches made in Mexico, not USA
    • No free delivery option
    • Returns can be costly
    • Fabrics have different grades/prices

    Joybird presents itself as a fun, trendy, and flashy brand. And for the most part, their couches deliver on that promise. But there are a few aspects that might detract from their appeal. Their couches are all made in Mexico, which also means that their lead times are not quite as good as other brands. Pricey white glove delivery and potentially costly returns might make ordering online feel like a gamble. And while Joybird has a huge fabric selection for their custom couches, choosing certain fabrics can add hundreds of dollars to your order.

    On the flip side, Joybird furniture has many brick-and-mortar locations in major metropolitan areas, allowing you to test out their couches in person. This is rare for an online couch company but is a major perk. Like Apt2B, Joybird has a large selection of stylish couches in a huge range of sizes and configurations. They offer loveseats all the way up through large modular sectional sofas. Joybird also has a great selection of affordable sofa beds and sleeper sectional sofas. They also back their high-quality couch frames with a lifetime warranty as well as a 1-year warranty on their top-tier upholstery craftsmanship. If you want it, Joybird has it.

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    BRAND #2: Fülhaus

    The image shows the word "Fülhaus" written in a bold, serif typeface. The letter "ü" is styled with an umlaut, and the overall design is clean and simple on a white background.

    Fülhaus | Brand Summary

    Fülhaus is all about cutting-edge design trends. Most furniture brands that cater to rental properties are a hot mess of institutional and bland looking furniture and decor. Fülhaus helps with getting your rental property looking good, functional, and ready for guests with minimal fuss. Ludwig, their AI, streamlines the design process like nothing I've seen before. And their whole end-to-end service seems like a lifesaver for busy hosts and rental property owners who'd rather be booking guests than assembling furniture. Check out our exclusive interview below and read the full scoop HERE

    Fülhaus | PotatoMeter Rating

    Online Shopping Experience Score 89%
    Durability and Quality Score 87%
    Shipping and Lead Time Score 84%
    Vibe Check Score 87%
    Customer Focus Score 87%
    Overall PotatoMeter Rating 87%
    Read Our Fülhaus Brand Review

    Fülhaus | Pros & Cons

    Pros
    Cons
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    And the winner is...

    In the clash of couch champions, Joybird emerges victorious, offering an unparalleled blend of style, quality, and sustainability. With its diverse range of styles, high durability, and excellent value, Joybird proves to be the ultimate choice for discerning buyers looking to elevate their living spaces.

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    Alex Back
    Couch.com CEO & Founder
    Alex Back is the founder and CEO of Couch.com. Previously, he was the co-founder and COO of the popular furniture brand, Apt2B, which was acquired by a large US retail furniture chain in 2018. He worked to integrate Apt2B, one of the very first online furniture retailers on the Shopify platform, into the operations of the 100 year old larger business entity and was deeply immersed in the business operations of both online and brick and mortar retail for 4 years before leaving in 2023 to start Couch.com. Working in various parts of the furniture industry since 2004, he has 20 years experience in retail sales, e-commerce, marketing, operations, logistics and wholesale manufacturing and distribution. He has worked extensively with partners such as Costco, Bed Bath and Beyond and Amazon and his work has been highlighted in many publications such as Forbes, CNN and HGTV, among others. Alex is delighted to bring his experience and authority on couches and the furniture industry to this platform, along with many of his industry colleagues who are helping him keep the Couch.com audience informed and engaged on a daily basis.
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