Buy the Furniture with Shopia: Shortlist Explained

This is probably the most frequent question after a generation: "great, but where do I find this couch?" That is where Shopia stands out. Here is how to buy the furniture with Shopia, which merchants you find, and how to make the most of it.

How does the Shopia furniture shortlist work?

When you generate a result, Shopia automatically analyzes every piece visible on the image. Then the algorithm matches each piece to one or more real similar products available at real merchants. In practice, you see the product name, its price and a direct link to the merchant page. As a result, all you have to do is click to order.

You find it all in the "My shortlist" tab of the results page, where you can also explore other suggestions and refine by budget.

Buy the furniture with Shopia: from which merchants?

Shopia covers the most popular retailers. For example:

• IKEA: The leader in affordable Scandinavian furniture.
• Wayfair: Wide catalog across every style, with fast delivery.
• West Elm: Mid-century modern and contemporary design pieces.
• And many more: The list grows regularly based on the results generated.

In other words, whatever your design style, you will find pieces that match what Shopia imagined for you.

New, second-hand or craft: pick your furniture

This is one of the real strengths of Shopia. You are not limited to new. Thanks to built-in filters, you can steer your shortlist toward:

• New: The major classic retailers (IKEA, Wayfair, West Elm, Crate & Barrel).
• Second-hand: For a more eco-friendly and often cheaper purchase. Ideal if you are looking for a piece with character.
• Local craft (Etsy, Wayfair Handmade): For unique pieces made by artisans. Perfect if you want to support independent makers.

Concretely, the same couch spotted in your result can send you to a new version at IKEA, a vintage version on a second-hand marketplace, or a handmade creation. It is up to you to decide based on your budget, values and preferences.

Pick your furniture well: our tips before you buy

To get the most out of the shortlist, here are our recommendations:

• Compare options: Shopia often offers 2 to 3 alternatives per piece. Take the time to pick based on your budget.
• Test the filters: New, second-hand, craft: switch filter to find options you would not have thought of.
• Check the dimensions: Before ordering, always check the exact dimensions on the merchant page against your space.
• Start with the hero pieces: Buy the couch, bed or table first. Accessories come later.
• Check delivery times: Indeed, some bulky pieces require several weeks of delivery.

Do I need a paid plan to buy the furniture with Shopia?

Yes. Shopia gates the furniture shortlist with buy links to paid plans. On Freemium, you see the visual result but you do not get the merchant links.

To unlock this feature, two options are available:

• A credit pack from €4.90: Ideal for a one-shot project on one room, with no commitment. On top of that, your credits stay valid for 12 months.
• A subscription from €14.90/mo: For regular use with full access to every feature.

For the full plan breakdown, see our page Shopia Pricing.

The Shopia team. Published April 12, 2026.