Best Bean Bag Chairs
Top bean bag chairs ranked by transparent trust scores.
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9.4
Excellent
Big Joe Fuf XL Foam Bean Bag
Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
#1
9.4
Excellent
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Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Machine-washable removable cover
- Machine-washable removable cover
- Shredded memory foam filling
Cons
- Takes 3-5 days to fully expand
- Takes 3-5 days to fully expand
- Very large and hard to move between rooms
Don't buy this if…
- The foam arrives heavily compressed and produces a strong chemical odor that takes 2-3 days to dissipate in a ventilated area.
- The foam arrives heavily compressed and produces a strong chemical odor that takes 2-3 days to dissipate in a ventilated area.
#2
9.2
Excellent
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Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Child-safe locking zipper
- Child-safe locking zipper
- Double-stitched seams for durability
Cons
- Extremely heavy to ship and move
- Extremely heavy to ship and move
- Filling flattens over time requiring refluffing
Don't buy this if…
- This bean bag will not fit through narrow doorways once fully expanded and should be placed in its final location before uncompressing.
- This bean bag will not fit through narrow doorways once fully expanded and should be placed in its final location before uncompressing.
#3
9.0
Excellent
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Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Stain-resistant corduroy cover
- Stain-resistant corduroy cover
- Inner liner keeps foam contained
Cons
- Smaller than competitors at this price
- Smaller than competitors at this price
- Corduroy attracts pet hair
Don't buy this if…
- The 4-foot size is best for users under 5'8" as taller adults may find it insufficient for full-body lounging.
- The 4-foot size is best for users under 5'8" as taller adults may find it insufficient for full-body lounging.
#4
8.7
Excellent
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Ranked #4 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Built-in back and arm support
- Built-in back and arm support
- Water and stain resistant SmartMax fabric
Cons
- Bead filling is less plush than foam
- Bead filling is less plush than foam
- Smaller footprint limits lounging positions
Don't buy this if…
- The UltimaX bead filling cannot be replaced or supplemented and the chair will gradually flatten over 2-3 years of daily use.
- The UltimaX bead filling cannot be replaced or supplemented and the chair will gradually flatten over 2-3 years of daily use.
#5
8.5
Excellent
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Ranked #5 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Versatile as chair, couch, or bed
- Versatile as chair, couch, or bed
- 20+ color options
Cons
- EPS beads compress and need replacement yearly
- EPS beads compress and need replacement yearly
- Premium price compared to foam alternatives
Don't buy this if…
- Replacement bead refills cost $40-60 and are needed every 6-12 months with daily use to maintain proper support.
- Replacement bead refills cost $40-60 and are needed every 6-12 months with daily use to maintain proper support.
#6
8.3
Good
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Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Very affordable entry point
- Very affordable entry point
- Lightweight and easy to move
Cons
- Only 3-foot size is quite small for adults
- Only 3-foot size is quite small for adults
- 200 lb weight limit is restrictive
Don't buy this if…
- This is sized for children and teens and will not provide comfortable seating for most adults.
- This is sized for children and teens and will not provide comfortable seating for most adults.
#7
8.1
Good
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Ranked #7 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Flotation-like ergonomic support
- Flotation-like ergonomic support
- 300 lb weight capacity
Cons
- Very expensive for a bean bag
- Very expensive for a bean bag
- Takes getting used to the unusual shape
Don't buy this if…
- Moon Pod is significantly firmer than traditional bean bags and some users find it uncomfortable if expecting a plush sinking feel.
- Moon Pod is significantly firmer than traditional bean bags and some users find it uncomfortable if expecting a plush sinking feel.
#8
7.9
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Ranked #8 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Converts to a full-size bed
- Converts to a full-size bed
- Machine-washable corduroy cover
Cons
- Very heavy and bulky at 65 lbs
- Very heavy and bulky at 65 lbs
- Bed conversion requires removing the outer cover each time
Don't buy this if…
- The converted bed sits directly on the floor with no frame, which may not be suitable for users with mobility issues.
- The converted bed sits directly on the floor with no frame, which may not be suitable for users with mobility issues.
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