The short verdict
KIVIK is a comfortable, practical family sofa for the money, with washable covers and a long warranty, built from the engineered materials you would expect at its price. It suits people who lounge rather than sit upright, homes with children or pets, and anyone who wants to change the look later with a new cover. It suits less well a narrow wall, since its wide arms take space that other sofas give to the seat.
Choose KIVIK if
- You want a deep, soft seat for lounging
- Spills, pets, or children make washable covers important
- Your budget is about $1,000 for a full-size sofa
- You like wide, low arms to lean or lie on
Look elsewhere if
- Your wall is short and every inch of seat counts
- You want a high back that supports your head
- You want a solid hardwood frame
- You sit upright and are shorter than average
How we reviewed it
This is a source-verified review. In September 2026 we read the IKEA US product pages for the KIVIK sofa, loveseat, sofa with chaise, 6-seat sectional, and ottoman with storage, all in the Gunnared beige cover. Prices vary by cover, so check the one you want. IKEA's star ratings are its own customer ratings on the day we checked. We have not sat on the sofa.
Dimensions, explained
IKEA lists the three-seat KIVIK at 89 3/4 in wide, 37 3/8 in deep, and 32 5/8 in high, with a seat 70 7/8 in wide, 23 5/8 in deep, and 17 3/4 in high. The arms are 9 1/2 in wide each.
Against the ranges in our sofa size guide, most sofas have a 21 to 24 in seat depth and a 17 to 19 in seat height. KIVIK's seat is near the deep end and in the middle for height: good for sitting back with your legs tucked up, and deep enough that shorter people sitting upright may want an extra cushion behind them. The back is low, at 32 5/8 in overall, so taller people will not rest their heads on it; the wide arms are IKEA's answer, and the listing suggests resting your head on them.
The width is the thing to check. With 9 1/2 in arms on each side, 89 3/4 in of wall gives you a 70 7/8 in seat. For comparison, the 88 in Room & Board Metro has a 73 in seat, and the Article Sven is 88 in with a deeper, higher seat.
Every configuration and price
| KIVIK (Gunnared beige) | Size, W x D | Seat width | Price | IKEA rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loveseat | 74 3/4 x 37 3/8 in | 55 1/8 in | $849 | 4.3 of 5 (424 reviews) |
| Sofa (three-seat) | 89 3/4 x 37 3/8 in | 70 7/8 in | $899 | 4.1 of 5 (549 reviews) |
| Sofa with chaise | 110 1/4 x 64 1/8 in at the chaise | Chaise seat 48 7/8 in deep | $1,349 | 3.9 of 5 (361 reviews) |
| 6-seat U-shaped sectional | 129 1/8 x 101 1/8 in | $2,699 | 4.3 of 5 (6 reviews) | |
| Ottoman with storage | 35 3/8 x 27 1/2 in, 16 7/8 in high | $349 | 4.6 of 5 (211 reviews) |
Two things stand out. The loveseat is only $50 cheaper than the sofa but gives you almost 16 in less seat, so if the three-seat fits your wall, it is much better value. And the sofa plus the storage ottoman ($1,248) costs less than the chaise version ($1,349) in this cover; our chaise vs ottoman comparison uses KIVIK to show how the two compare on space and comfort. IKEA also sells a KIVIK one-seat sleeper; for sofa beds, see our IKEA sofa bed comparison.
Cushions and comfort
IKEA describes KIVIK's seat cushions as pocket springs with high-resilience polyurethane foam (cold foam) at 2.2 lb per cubic foot and polyurethane foam at 2.0 lb per cubic foot, and the back cushions as polyester fibre balls.
- Pocket springs in the seat are individually wrapped coils that give a buoyant, even feel and help the seat keep its shape; IKEA presents them as the reason KIVIK stays comfortable for many years. Our cushion comparison explains how they age next to all-foam or down seats.
- Published foam density is a good sign in itself: many brands say only "high density". Density relates more closely to how foam lasts than firmness does, which is why our cushion comparison suggests asking for it.
- Fibre-ball back cushions are soft and squashy. Like any loose fibre fill, they flatten with use and need regular plumping to keep their shape.
Washable covers
KIVIK's cover is removable and, according to IKEA's care instructions, can be machine washed warm on a normal cycle, washed separately, not bleached, and not tumble dried. The cover in Gunnared is 100 percent polyester, at least 90 percent recycled. The sofa ships as two components: the frame and the cover.
That makes KIVIK unusually practical for its price. Spills, pet hair, and children's art can go in the washing machine rather than needing an upholstery cleaner, and IKEA sells KIVIK covers as separate items, so you can replace a worn or dated cover without replacing the sofa. Follow the care label exactly, and never tumble dry: a cover that shrinks is hard to refit. For stains on fixed-cover sofas, see our guide to cleaning a fabric couch.
Frame, warranty, and ratings
- Frame materials: IKEA lists fiberboard, plywood, solid wood, and particleboard for the back, seat, and armrest frames. That is normal at this price and fine for everyday use, but it is not a solid hardwood frame, and particleboard does not take repairs well. Our solid wood vs engineered wood comparison explains the difference.
- Warranty: a 10-year limited warranty, long for a sofa at this price. Read IKEA's warranty terms for exactly what it covers, since sofa warranties often exclude normal wear of the cover.
- Ratings: IKEA's own customer ratings were 4.1 of 5 for the sofa and 4.3 for the loveseat, from several hundred reviews each, and 3.9 for the chaise version. They are a rough signal, not a test result.
Who it suits, and who should skip it
- Children, pets, or frequent spills?A strong choice, for the washable covers.
- Wall under about 9 ft and you need three seats?Compare seat widths; slimmer arms give more seat.
- Tall, and want to rest your head on the back?Look for a higher back, or use the arm as IKEA suggests.
- Want a sofa to last decades and be reupholstered?A hardwood frame will serve you better.
Before ordering, tape the footprint on your floor and check it against your walkways with our furniture clearance guide.