The Best Ottoman
We looked at the top 12 Ottomans and dug through the reviews from 8 of the most popular review sites including and more. The result is a ranking of the best Ottomans.
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Our Picks For The Top Ottomans
- The Best Ottoman
- 1. WoneNice Linen Organizing Ottoman
- 2. HomePop Plush Curved Legged Ottoman
- 3. YOUDENOVA Waterproof Organizing Ottoman Bench
- 4. Otto & Ben Folding Smart Lift Storage Ottoman
- 5. BIRDROCK HOME Lightweight Pouf Children’s Ottoman
- 6. Seville Classics Wood Frame Ottoman, 2-Pack
- 7. SONGMICS Collapsible Ottoman Storage Bench
- 8. HomePop Tapered Leg Button Tufted Ottoman
- 9. Nathan James Payton Easy Store Ottoman Cube
- 10. NISUNS Decluttering Compact Ottoman Cube
- 11. Ornavo Home Rectangular Spacious Ottoman Bench
- 12. Rotot Faux Leather Pouf Ottoman Cover
Most VersatileThis ottoman has a weight capacity of 220 pounds.
Super StylishThe lid on this ottoman lifts away to reveal plenty of storage space inside.
Budget-Friendly OptionIf you need added storage, but don't have a lot of money to spend, this ottoman is an excellent buy.
Compact SizeThis ottoman is great for small living spaces and it adds an extra seat along with some internal storage.
Why we recommend these ottomans?
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Our experts reviewed the top 12 Ottomans and also dug through the reviews from 8 of the most popular review sites including and more. The result is a ranking of the best of the best Ottomans.
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The Best Overall
WoneNice Linen Organizing Ottoman
Our Take
In addition to being used as extra seating, this ottoman also works to store blankets, toys or family photo albums. Homeowners will love that the ottoman has so many uses, including as a step stool or side table. It's constructed using a stylish faux leather and comes in a choice of blue, gray, black or beige to match your existing decor.
The Best Bang For Your Buck
NISUNS Decluttering Compact Ottoman Cube
Our Take
Add storage and an extra seat to your living room with this ottoman that can be easily moved around the room to wherever you need it as it helps store some of those items you can't figure out where to put.
Our Ottoman Findings
WoneNice Linen Organizing Ottoman
What We Liked: In addition to being used as extra seating, this ottoman also works to store blankets, toys or family photo albums. Homeowners will love that the ottoman has so many uses, including as a step stool or side table. It’s constructed using a stylish faux leather and comes in a choice of blue, gray, black or beige to match your existing decor.
HomePop Plush Curved Legged Ottoman
What We Liked: Plain this ottoman is not! It’s covered in a soft and beautiful velvet and constructed using a decorative tufted design. The ottoman is round in shape and made with solid wood legs that can support up to 250 pounds.
YOUDENOVA Waterproof Organizing Ottoman Bench
What We Liked: With this attractive ottoman, you’ll get 80-liters of storage for your blankets, clothing, games and toys. The ottoman also doubles as seating and is able to support as much as 350 pounds. Consumers will find the ottoman in a black, beige or brown faux leather.
Otto & Ben Folding Smart Lift Storage Ottoman
What We Liked: Store all your toys, blankets and anything else you might want out-of-sight in your living room with this ottoman. The large interior space of this ottoman lets you hold a lot of things while keeping them out of site.
BIRDROCK HOME Lightweight Pouf Children’s Ottoman
What We Liked: High-quality is the best way to describe this ottoman, which is hand knitted. It’s made with bean bag filling and is lightweight and easy to move from room to room. Adults can use the ottoman to give their feet a rest after a long day and kids can use the ottoman as seating when watching cartoons.
Our Ottoman Buying Guide
The ottoman is a piece of living room furniture that can accent your couch, sit nicely in the corner while storing your throw blankets or even act as a spare seat or a temporary coffee table when you need the surface space.
Ottomans are often lightweight so they can easily be grabbed and used where you need them. Maybe you’re on the edge of the couch and would like to rest your feet, you can move it to that position. A guest comes over and you need an extra seat for them in the living room, grab the ottoman and arrange it in a good position to sit on and offer them the comfy couch seat. Whatever it is that you end up using the ottoman for, you are sure to add value to your living room setup by adding one.
Ottomans will often be found with a removable lid that allows you to store things within them. This function is critical when you think of the fact that you always have some small amount of clutter that seems to find its way onto your coffee table or living room end-tables. An ottoman can hold some magazines or remotes, or maybe a few of your throw blankets that don’t have a home when they’re not draped on the back of the couch. If you have specific items you think you might store in your new ottoman, it’s a good idea to measure them and make sure the ottoman will be sufficiently large to do the job.
Cushioning and style are the next major categories for figuring out which ottoman is right for you. A tufted cloth ottoman can complement one style of the living room while a leather or faux-leather ottoman might suit another decor much better. If you have a small space and it seems likely that people will sit on the ottoman regularly, focus on more comfortable units that have good cushioning.
DWYM Fun Fact
As you might have guessed, the ottoman was originally found in the Ottoman Dynasty, where it was common to have low wooden structures in the main living quarters of a home that would be piled up with cushions and blankets to act as seating. This was in lieu of couches though, and the ottomans would often encompass all the exterior walls of the rooms so there was seating for many people and they would all be able to face inwards toward each other.
The Ottoman Tips and Advice
- Know in advance where your ottoman will live.
- Height matters if you are using it as a footrest or a seat. If your ottoman will sit in front of your lounge chair, be sure the height of the ottoman is equal to or even a slight bit higher than your chair-seat height.
- For ottomans that will be used as seats by children, you can go with a shorter model. If many adults will be sitting on it though, you might want to consider how awkward a short seat would be for some of them and err on the side of a taller model.
- If you have wooden flooring, put a product like a felt pad under the ottoman’s feet so it doesn’t scratch up your floor when you move it around.
About The Author
Russell Hinkle is a writer and engineer based in Longmont, Colorado. He has worked professionally in a capacity of facility and farm management, including oversight and application of gardening for aesthetics as well as food growth. He enjoys finding unique and creative DIY solutions to home improvement and landscaping. His wealth of knowledge in the home and garden area allows him to make critical reviews and decisions with confidence that only comes with years of experience.
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