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Oct 19, 2024

26 Best Reading Chairs To Curl Up In

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.

These chairs are comfortable enough for you to read Infinite Jest in one sitting.

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Promising review: "I luuuvvv my comfy chair. It is so comfy. It was light enough to carry in the box upstairs. It took 15 minutes or less to assemble. I searched for months for the perfect chair that would meet my price point, style, quality, and easy assembly... and I found it. This is definitely a hit. Great quality. I finally found a perfect reading chair for my 2024 reading goal." —Dee

Get it from Amazon for $169.99+ (available in 32 fabrics).

Promising review: "These recliners are very roomy and super comfortable without taking up a lot of space. The recliners look great in the area I have them in and achieve the look I wanted. I love the fabric and the print. It was exactly what was pictured. They are just as described and I would definitely order them again. Assembly was super easy." —Kathleen

Get it from Wayfair for $324+ (available in 26 colors).

Promising review: "LOVE this chair! It’s perfect for my teenager! So comfortable and the desk inside is perfect for snacks and homework time! PLUS it gives an extra bed for all her sleepover friends." —Kim O. Arneson

Get it from Amazon for $289.98+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "I purchased the Park armchair and ottoman as a gift to myself. I wanted to create my own cozy reading nook. I got them both in olive velvet. The chair is very roomy and comfortable. I did a lot of searching for the perfect chair before I settled on Albany Park. I made the right decision!" —Sarah T.

Get it from Albany Park for $599+ (available in seven fabric colors and two leg colors).

Promising review: "if you’re thinking about buying this chair, do it! so comfy to relax in and read, watch shows, or play games! it folds back up so you can have extra space too. just a 10/10 for me." —Lauren Moore

Get it from Amazon for $94.04+ (available in 23 colors and with or without an ottoman).

Promising review: "We don't have kids or a nursery, but I've been searching for the perfect reading chair. This chair is very comfy, the fabric is nice and soft — incidentally we also discovered it's the perfect napping chair." —Emily

Get it from Wayfair for $299.99 (originally $891; available in four colors)

Sabai is a woman-owned small furniture business making affordable luxury pieces out of sustainable materials.

Promising review: "I'm so happy I found this company! I love that it is woman-owned and seeks to create usable and attractive furniture with a clear vision of sustainability. I appreciate that each piece is built as it's ordered and that there is care in how it's packaged and shipped (no plastic packing material). As I write this, I'm sitting in my new velvet chair, which is sturdy, super comfortable, and very pleasing to the eye. Assembly is straightforward (although a bit time consuming if one does it on one's own, as I did) but is doable and detailed clearly in the instructions. Grateful for my new chair!" —Monique

Get it from Sabai for $745 (available in 2 fabric styles, 13 fabric colors, and 2 leg colors).

Promising review: "Got this as an accent chair to go in my sunroom, and I’m super pleased with the purchase. I’m not a super small person, and I can sit in this chair with my legs up and crossed. Very easy to see myself spending hours visiting with friends or reading in this chair." —Elle

Get it from Amazon for $189.95+ (available in 17 fabric colors).

Promising review: "Was able to put this together in less than 10 minutes. Lightweight, easy to move. Nice color, brownish-gray. This chair is firm, might not be the best for all day sitting but very comfortable for watching TV or reading in the evenings." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $167.99.

Promising review: "Great chair! Very sturdy and beautiful. I was looking for a papasan chair online and was concerned by the reviews about them being easy to break and not high quality. I was so happy to find this chair, though! It has a sturdy metal frame that’s wrapped in a wicker material that looks really nice. I absolutely recommend." —Nicholas Miller

Get it from Amazon for $192.70+ (available in 14 colors).

Promising review: "I was pleasantly surprised by this chair and ottoman. I ordered it for my media room, where I will listen to music, read, and just relax after work. The chair is just 'funky' enough to go with my decor and is comfortable as it is stylish." —Green Eyed Lady

Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in three colors and with or without the ottoman).

Promising review: "Perfect accent chair, especially for reading. Hits all positive marks. Nice looking chair and ottoman, sturdy, and most of all, comfortable. Definitely worth every penny." —Dale McDonald

Get it from Amazon for $249.50+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "The chair does what it does. It’s comforting. You’re not sinking in the chair, nor is it too hard. It feels nice and cushioned, with no sharp edges or corners. It’s wide and long enough for all sizes and does its job. I currently use it for reading and studying." —Nick

Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in eight colors).

Promising review: "Absolutely delighted with the Bruneta Lounge Chairs! We needed two chairs for our living room but space is limited. We prefer mid-century modern so I was excited to find this chair. I’m nearly 70 and I was able to unbox and assemble the chairs with ease. Once the parts were laid out it took less than 30 minutes to assemble both. Happy to report they are as comfortable as they are beautiful. The online images are a true representation of the product (always a concern of mine)." —Jean

Get it from Wayfair for $304.41+ (originally $529, available in two colors)

Promising review: "Love this little chair for my book nook in our living room. Big enough to sit in comfortably but small enough to not take up too much space. Very soft, too!" —kaytlin

Get it from Amazon for $169.99 (available in seven colors).

Promising review: "This is the most comfortable reading chair you’ll find. Whether sitting up or laying down it’s got you totally supported." —Nina

Get it from Wayfair for $85.99+ (orignally $229; available in two colors)

Promising review: "I was looking for a comfortable accent chair for my reading nook, and I found this amazing one! There’s nothing I would like to change about this chair. It has perfect comfort, height, and dimensions. Love to spend my mornings on it while reading my favourite book or having a cup of hot coffee." —Priya

Get it from Amazon for $155.99+ (available in nine fabric options).

Promising review: "Very beautiful! Super easy to assemble and sturdy to sit in. I sit in it nearly every day. It’s part of my reading nook. I love the sophistication of it and how well it matches the aesthetic that I was going for when designing my room. Highly recommend. No stains, no nicks, no flaws! Just perfect!" —Janet

Get it from Amazon for $149.99+ (available in four colors).

Promising review: "I have been loving this chair and my cats are loving it too! It was easy to assemble, perfectly matched the blue accents in my living room, and is a great size. I like that it’s wider than a regular chair too so I can comfortable sit in different positions. This was definitely one of the more affordable accent chairs I found while searching for one, however I don’t think it lacks in quality. This has been the perfect chair to create my reading nook and I definitely would recommend it." —S Smith

Get it from Amazon for $163.99.

Promising review: "Beautiful color, firm seat, and heated massage. What more could one want in a reading chair?" —Jan Lundquist

Get it from Amazon for $155.99+ (available in 12 fabrics and pairs).

Promising review: "I spent a ton of time looking for a chair to go with my vintage glam decor that would also fit through a narrow doorway, and this was a great choice. The fabric is very soft to the touch, it was a breeze to assemble (just put the legs on), and it's quite comfy to sit in and read a book. I haven't had it long, but it feels pretty sturdy and like it will hold up well." —Gretchen

Get it from Wayfair for $186.99+ (available in 13 colors).

Promising review: "This is a great chair. It’s just perfect for reading and is very comfortable. My calico is a big 18-pound cat. When I’m not sitting in it, she is. Easy to assemble. The velvet is of a good quality. For the price you can’t find a better swivel chair and ottoman. Very pleased." —sandee

Get it from Amazon for $189.99+ (clip the copon on the product page to save $10; available in 12 fabric colors).

Get it from West Elm for $1,199+ (available in 14 leather options).

Promising review: "We love this chair! It was easy to assemble, is sturdy, looks beautiful, and is wide and comfy. A great addition to any room for a splash of color!" —Footballmama

Get it from Target for $209.99+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "I love this chair so much. Comfortable and beautiful. I have received so many compliments." —Tara C.

Get it from Article for $499 (available in four colors).

Promising review: "Very comfy! It’s smaller than I expected but my 6’5 husband sits in it just fine as well as my five year old. It’s great for the whole family." —Whitney

Get it from Wayfair for $69.18+ (available in five colors).

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