Best Ottomans

Updated February 2019
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Best of the Best
Simpli Home
Avalon Rectangular Ottoman Bench
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You'll find extra seating and storage in this well-designed ottoman.

Pros

Rectangular design offers incredible storage space. Hinges hold the lid open for easy loading. Comes in several colors. Easy to assemble.

Cons

Plastic feet aren't up to the standard of the rest of the ottoman.

Convenience Concepts
Designs4Comfort Storage Ottoman
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A beautifully detailed ottoman that offers extra storage and seating.

Pros

Faux leather with tufted top, nail head beads, and wooden feet lend an expensive air to this affordable piece. Durable enough to offer extra seating.

Cons

A few units split at the top seams after only a couple of months.

Kinfine
Square Storage Ottoman
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Solid construction and good design make this ottoman a classic addition to any room.

Pros

Stylish look. Large enough to store a few blankets. Sturdy design makes it usable as extra seating.

Cons

The buttons on some units come off easily.

Best Bang for the Buck
Seville Classics
Foldable Storage Ottoman
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This ottoman provides storage space and doubles as a foot rest. It's not ideal for seating, however.

Pros

Inexpensive. Comes in several designs and colors. Collapses for easy storage when not in use. Easy to assemble.

Cons

Arrives with a strong chemical smell that some users are not able to get rid of, even after airing it out.

SONGMICS
Folding Storage Ottoman Bench
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A strong ottoman that provides the sturdy build needed for heavy use as seating.

Pros

Easy assembly. Folds down for easy storage when not in use. Holds more weight than some competitors. Comes in several colors.

Cons

Some users report an unpleasant odor that doesn't go away with time.

How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

63 Models Considered
7 Models Tested
1 Experts Interviewed
111 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

Why trust BestReviews?
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BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.

Ottomans have a combination of comfort and visual appeal that can make normal living spaces more enjoyable. With common circular, square, and rectangular shapes, there are many choices to find the perfect ottoman to fit the corresponding space and furniture. Different materials such as leather and vinyl will also offer different levels of comfort, durability, and style. Together, the material and color of the ottoman will largely determine how well it fits into the existing decor. For some versatility built into the ottoman, choose one that has some hidden storage underneath the top so you can keep small items tucked away.

The team that worked on this review
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    Melinda
    Web Producer
  • Melissa
    Melissa
    Senior Editor
  • Stacey
    Stacey
    Writer
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Convenience Concepts

Designs4Comfort Storage Ottoman

Convenience Concepts

Designs4Comfort Storage Ottoman

A beautifully detailed ottoman that offers extra storage and seating.
$104
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Kinfine

Square Storage Ottoman

Kinfine

Square Storage Ottoman

Solid construction and good design make this ottoman a classic addition to any room.

$44
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Seville Classics

Foldable Storage Ottoman

Seville Classics

Foldable Storage Ottoman

This ottoman provides storage space and doubles as a foot rest. It's not ideal for seating, however.
$19
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Simpli Home

Avalon Rectangular Ottoman Bench

Simpli Home

Avalon Rectangular Ottoman Bench

You'll find extra seating and storage in this well-designed ottoman.

$124
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SONGMICS

Folding Storage Ottoman Bench

SONGMICS

Folding Storage Ottoman Bench

A strong ottoman that provides the sturdy build needed for heavy use as seating.

$51

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