Best Recliner Chairs
Top recliner chairs ranked by transparent trust scores.
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9.4
Excellent
La-Z-Boy Greyson Power Rocker Recliner
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
- iClean stain-resistant fabric
- iClean stain-resistant fabric
- Independent power back and leg rest
Cons
- Heavy at 95 lbs making it hard to move
- Heavy at 95 lbs making it hard to move
- Limited color options at this price point
Don't buy this if…
- Requires proximity to a wall outlet as the power recline mechanism needs constant power to operate.
- Requires proximity to a wall outlet as the power recline mechanism needs constant power to operate.
#2
9.2
Excellent
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Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Power lift assists standing up
- Power lift assists standing up
- Dual-motor independent controls
Cons
- Faux leather may peel over time
- Faux leather may peel over time
- No built-in lumbar support adjustment
Don't buy this if…
- The lift mechanism makes a noticeable motor sound that may be disruptive in quiet environments.
- The lift mechanism makes a noticeable motor sound that may be disruptive in quiet environments.
#3
9.0
Excellent
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Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Stylish mid-century modern design
- Stylish mid-century modern design
- No visible lever mechanism
Cons
- Manual push-back only with no locking positions
- Manual push-back only with no locking positions
- Lower 250 lb weight capacity
Don't buy this if…
- This is a push-back recliner without a footrest that pops out, so your legs rest on the seat extension only.
- This is a push-back recliner without a footrest that pops out, so your legs rest on the seat extension only.
#4
8.7
Excellent
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Ranked #4 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Built-in cup holders and side pocket
- Built-in cup holders and side pocket
- Reclines to 150 degrees
Cons
- PU leather gets hot in warm weather
- PU leather gets hot in warm weather
- Seat cushion compresses after a few months
Don't buy this if…
- The assembly instructions are poorly translated and most users recommend watching video tutorials instead.
- The assembly instructions are poorly translated and most users recommend watching video tutorials instead.
#5
8.5
Excellent
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Ranked #5 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- 8-point vibration massage
- 8-point vibration massage
- Built-in lumbar heating pad
Cons
- Massage is vibration-only and not deep tissue
- Massage is vibration-only and not deep tissue
- Remote control is wired and can get tangled
Don't buy this if…
- The heating function has an auto-shutoff after 30 minutes for safety that cannot be overridden.
- The heating function has an auto-shutoff after 30 minutes for safety that cannot be overridden.
#6
8.3
Good
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Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Classic design with nail-head trim
- Classic design with nail-head trim
- Smooth rocking and reclining combo
Cons
- Very heavy at 85 lbs for delivery
- Very heavy at 85 lbs for delivery
- Manual lever mechanism only
Don't buy this if…
- The nail-head trim is decorative plastic rather than real metal on models under $500.
- The nail-head trim is decorative plastic rather than real metal on models under $500.
#7
8.1
Good
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Ranked #7 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Lay-flat 180-degree recline
- Lay-flat 180-degree recline
- Steel reinforced frame at 330 lbs
Cons
- Takes up significant space when fully reclined
- Takes up significant space when fully reclined
- Motor is audible during adjustment
Don't buy this if…
- The lay-flat position requires at least 15 inches of clearance behind the chair from the wall.
- The lay-flat position requires at least 15 inches of clearance behind the chair from the wall.
#8
7.9
Good
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Ranked #8 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Compact 34-inch width for small spaces
- Compact 34-inch width for small spaces
- Stain-resistant microfiber
Cons
- Not suitable for taller users over 6 feet
- Not suitable for taller users over 6 feet
- Thin seat cushion compared to premium brands
Don't buy this if…
- The footrest does not lock in intermediate positions and only stays fully extended or fully retracted.
- The footrest does not lock in intermediate positions and only stays fully extended or fully retracted.
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