Best Outdoor Storage Seats

A rugged and attractive storage bench that can hold up to 5 cubic feet of toys, lawn tools, and other items.

Sturdy resin construction, with an attractive wood and stone-like look. 5 cubic feet of storage in all. Long lasting. Comes in 7 parts that are easy to assemble. Seats up to 2 adults, for a total maximum weight with storage of 400 pounds. 53 inches long.

Mocha Resin Wicker Storage Seat

Storage space is not waterproof. Lid is not hinged or attached to the rest of the bench, and in some instances can warp over time.

Best Bang for the Buck

Suncast

Affordable, easy to assemble, and very rugged, but you shouldn't store anything in it that you wouldn't want to get wet or eaten.

For indoor or outdoor use. Made from a long-lasting resin styled like wicker. Lightweight yet durable. Easy to clean. Dimensions are 15 x 15 x 20 inches. Has a 22-gallon capacity. Inexpensive. Customer service available for help with tool-free assembly.

Outdoor Storage Bench & Deck Box

Reports that some of these show up either missing parts or with the wrong parts. Not water, squirrel, or mouse proof.

Barton

A durable choice that looks great, although some had problems assembling it.

Seat and storage can hold up to 400 pounds of weight. Dimensions are 40 x 17 x 19 inches. Has a stylish, contemporary look. Comes mostly assembled. Material holds up well to sun, wind, and rain. Built-in handles for easy carrying.

Borneo Patio Deck Box & Garden Bench

Some felt that this arrived smaller than expected. The storage area is not waterproof. You may need a second pair of hands to put this piece together.

Keter

A durable and waterproof deck bench that stands out for its large storage capacity.

Has a 110 gallon storage capacity. Bench can hold 2 adults. Rattan-textured polypropylene plastic construction. Durable. External dimensions are 51 x 27.6 x 24.6 inches. Assembles in under 30 minutes. Waterproof.

Cubi Storage Bench and Deck Box

Some buyers say that this option arrived with defective or broken parts, while others found that it was missing the hardware to assemble it.

Landmann

Buyers love the real wood and galvanized hardware of this deck box, but it is not the most secure option thanks to its slotted design.

Crafted from solid Acacia wood. Features galvanized hardware, a slatted panel design, and a black steel weather-resistant seat. Comes with an assembly tool, and is generally easy to assemble. Rugged. Inner dimensions are 19 1/4 x 15 3/4 x 14 1/4 inches. Bottom panel comes out for easy cleaning.