Recliners have a laid-back history — pun totally intended — which is why they’re such a staple.
Allowing you to sit back and relax while watching your favorite show off your smart TV, the popular built-in footrest was born around 1850, when the French military introduced the modern-day recliner that had 3-i-1 benefits: serving as a chair, a chaise lounge and a bed. (Related: best sleeper sofas).
While accent chairs are all the rage (and we love them all the same), there’s just something about a recliner that’s second to none. For a night of relaxation — perhaps with one of the best blankets we reviewed and a cup of tea — you’ll adore the chance to kick your feet up and simply relax.
Ahead, find the 15 best recliners of 2023 that we want to cuddle up in. Whether you’re preparing for your latest home reno or simply need another furniture piece, we’re inclined to say these recliners are the real deal.
1. COMHOMA Leather Heated Massage Recliner, $320, original price: $390
With a classic design that’s backed by more than 4,000 rave reviews, the COMHOMA Leather Heated Massage Recliner is well-priced at less than $400 and boasts reclining, rocking, massage, heated and swiveling features. Not to mention, you’ll find drink holders on each side. All features combined, it’s a wonderful value for the price.
With a stunning leather feel and slim back design, the Homall Leather Recliner Chair looks like it would cost upwards of $1,000 — but is luckily less than $200. In a wide range of colors, it’s easy to clean, features a thick high-density sponge interior and a footrest with thicker foam padding, both for durability and comfort.
What’s better than one recliner? Two, of course! Snag this duo for less than $1,000 — one of the best value sets you’ll find in a traditional design that’s bound to match any living area. Plus, its bonded leather exterior comes with a built-in USB port for charging your devices (#sold).
We love the cozy and chic look the Raymour & Flanigan Baylor Glider Recliner provides. It’s a fairly priced lounger, too, reinforced with corner blocks, heavy duty metal fasteners and glue for added strength and stability. Plus, we love its sink-in feel that’s easy to clean.
Doesn’t the COOSLEEP Oversized Lazy Boy Recliner just look marshmallow-soft? For the comfort, it’s surely worth the less-than-$500 price tag, thanks to its simple, modern style and imitation leather feel. It’ll be your new favorite kick-back seat, for sure.
You can’t go wrong with the Ashley Furniture McTeer Power Recliner. In an assortment of match-all neutrals, it’s a winner in our books for its one-touch power control for reclining, high-resiliency foam cushions for durability and comfort and back support-conscious design.
7. Steelside Kaley Leather Recliner, $880, original price: $1,260
For an elegant touch to your home, there’s nothing better than an accent chair doubling as a recliner. The Steelside Kaley Leather Recliner is on a phenomenal discount right now, looks like it hopped off the board game “Clue’s” observatory room and has a premium look. It’s one of our favorites, without a doubt.
As a Pottery Barn best-seller, the Tyler Upholstered Square Arm Recliner is one that looks like it hopped off a coastal home decor magazine — but, even if you don’t live near the ocean waves, offers a traditional charm we can’t help but gloss over.
More specifically, it has a cool, calm and collected design that looks good from all angles, is expertly crafted of solid kiln-dried engineered hard wood and is customizable, depending on the fabric you prefer. Plus, it’s one of the best for small spaces.
We found a recliner that’s mod enough to function as a chic accent chair but useful enough to serve as a recliner: the Arctic Scorpion Linen Upholstered Recliner Chair. We can’t believe a style that looks this good is just a bit more than $300.
From its stunning brown frame to soft gray textured cushion, it’s the real deal if you’re a lover of all the neutrals. It’s also the signature example of contemporary style.
10. Rosdorf Park Harko Modern Pushback Recliner, $250, original price: $450
Hello, tufted details! We can’t stop staring at the Rosdorf Park Harko Modern Pushback Recliner — a fairly priced option that looks like it belongs in the set of “Gossip Girl.” It comes in a few other colors, too, and has a stain-resistant fabric coupled with a gorgeous look.
11. HomCom Faux Leather Reclining Chair with Swivel Base, $291, original price: $402
Sure, recliners are designed to sit you back some, but swiveling? Now that’s quite revolutionary. Head over to Overstock for a hidden gem we’re so glad we found — for less than $30 too. Not to mention, it’ll surely enhance your home office, should you decide to flaunt it in your work area.
12. Pottery Barn Kids Phoenix Power Swivel Glider & Recliner, $699 to $1,199, original price: $899 to $1,349
If you’re setting up a nursery, it’ll be even more complete with the Pottery Barn Kids Phoenix Power Swivel Glider & Recliner. It’s a worthwhile investment for your home, thanks to its ability to rock and recline (it’s like rock n’ roll, but better).
It’s also quite spacious for the size, allowing you to feel cushion-y soft with each sit.
13. Latitude Run Perrotto Upholstered Recliner, $450, original price: $520
When we discovered the tried-and-true recliner comes in a loveseat form — like the Latitude Run Perrotto Upholstered Recliner — our jaws nearly dropped. It’s the perfect solution for those who love the minimalist aesthetic but also want something practical.
Charming contemporary design aside, you’ll appreciate its button tufting and waffle stitching — thoughtful details that make all the difference in terms of style.
For the most modern recliner we’ve found, shop the Pottery Barn Tucker Upholstered Power Recliner. It’s a splurge, for sure, but comes in a wealth of fabrics to choose from to complement your space in the most customizable way possible.
Not to mention, this low-slung silhouette is clad with hidden-control buttons to maintain its cutting-edge sleek look.
For a simple, quality take on the recliner purchase you’ve been wanting to make, the Red Barrel Studio Kaytlyne Upholstered Recliner is a feel-good option that’s less than $450. It features stain-resistant fabric, a high-back design and rounded arms for both comfort and style.
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