Have been trying to find something in store and online, but the only option I found was to configure a la-z--boy sectional and its coming to 7k+ which is out of my budget which around 2-3k.

Hi all, I’m looking for a sofa (or loveseat, but ideally a sofa) based on the following:

1. I live in Austin, TX.

2. Budget = $5000

3. Size = 84 in or less

4. Style = I’m looking for a reclining sofa with an adjustable headrest so the sofa has the look of a lower back sofa when no one is using it, but is supportive of my back and neck while sitting in it.

I originally was going for a Japandi sofa, but all the models weren’t very supportive of my bad back and neck since they had short or medium height backs, so I thought the reclining headrest could be the solution.

5. Where I’ve searched = The Stressless “Emily” style with wood in the arms is an example of the look I’m going for in my Japandi/minimalistic living room, but the Stressless Sofa is $10k and the loveseat is around $7k, so it’s out of my budget.

(I’ve also looked at Lazy-Boy but none of their models have reclining headrests. Palliser’s Armina has the reclining headrest but I’m wary on the brand based on online reviews.)

6. I would prefer the ability to sit in the item in person before purchasing, if possible, but I’m open to online only recommendations.

Thank you 🙏 for any recommendations! I’m starting to go a little crazy over this search.😆

So I've been in the market for a small sectional couch, looking for something like a 4 piece (1 wedge, 2 end pieces, and 1 armless piece), trying to find an affordable quality option with power reclining and power headrests. The big box stores seem to have options for $2300-3000, smaller stores have options like flexsteel, but reviews say flexsteel isn't much better than those and I'm getting $4500-5500 quotes for those models. Are there any quality brands out there and what do I have to spend realistically for something quality? If $4500-5500 isn't enough for a quality small sectional, then I'm kind of scared of the cost of furniture, but hoping someone can help point me in the right direction as most of these furniture stores hide pricing completely, making it near impossible to know what stuff costs without talking to a sleazy salesman and wasting lots of time. Thanks in advance for any help.