Best Recliner Chair

Last Updated: May 19, 2023 @ 2:09 pm.

Best for Home Theater: Yaheetech Recliner Chair

If you are setting up a home theater, you might need more than one recliner chair—and that can get pricey. One chair that was recommended by several of our readers is the Yaheetech—and we agree. This chair is a good-quality recliner at a price that doesn’t break the bank. 

What We Liked

• Comfortable!

• Best for smaller adults/teens.

• Quick assembly in 5 minutes.

• Polyurethane (faux) leather looks sharp.

• Footrest is adjustable.

What Needs Work

• Smaller size may not work well for larger adults.

• Push-back recline feature sometimes doesn’t keep chair reclined.

• Arm rests could be wider.

Best Massage Recliner: BestMassage Store Recliner Chair for Living Room

Yes, this massage chair just has lumbar vibration—but we liked it for its multiple (8) massage modes and easy-to-use controller. Also nice: the high-density foam is comfortable.

What We Liked

• Easy to assemble.

• Works well in small spaces.

• Lumbar massager is great.

• Comfortable foam seat.

• Faux leather looks nice.

• Great for businesses that need many chairs (nail salons, etc.).

What Needs Work

• Massage isn’t full back.

• Too small for bigger adults.

Best Budget-Friendly: FDW Store Wingback Recliner Chair Leather

What’s the best recliner chair for a kids’ room or rec room? We think the FDW Store Wingback recliner is a good choice, thanks its light weight and comfortable cushions—plus the price is easy on the wallet. We know, kids don’t need anything fancy . . . so this chair fills the bill without any fancy features (no massage, no heat, etc.).

What We Liked

• 8 colors to match different decor.

• Lightweight.

• Firm cushions are perfect for kids room—yet still comfortable.

• Waterproof fabric (polyurethane faux leather) is easy to clean.

What Needs Work

• Narrow leg rest.

• Some folks think the arm rests were too low to be comfortable.

Best With Heat & Massage: Comhoma Leather Recliner Chair

If you want an upgraded recliner, this chair is our pick when you want additional features like heat and massage. The Comhoma is also bigger (wider, deeper) than others we researched . . . and it has a 400-pound max weight (compared to other chairs in this article that top out at 265-275 pounds).

Here’s more:

What We Liked

• Comfortable seat.

• Heat function for lumbar is cozy.

• Massage has points on back, seat and back of legs—and works well.

• Easy to assemble.

• Cup holders.

What Needs Work

• Pricey.

• A bit noisy (may not be best choice for bedroom).

About the Authors

Denise & Alan Fields are consumer advocates and best-selling authors. The Fields have authored 12 books with three million copies in print, including the best-selling guide to baby gear, Baby Bargains.

The Fields have been featured and quoted in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Los Angeles Times.

As consumer products experts, the Fields have been guests on the NBC Today Show, Good Morning America and ABC’s 20/20.

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