IKEA Chairs You Would Never Want To Get Up From

So, youre looking for chairs. The chairs youll throw your coats on, the chairs youll have laughs on, the chairs in which you will fall asleep. You are in front of a long-term commitment and like everyone of us, you wouldnt want to settle for anything less than perfect for you. We moved in IKEA for a whole Saturday and took a sit on all the chairs who might, one day, wear our covers. Which ones are worthful? Which ones are just not enough? Scroll through the pictures and stop whenever something catches your attention, to find out our opinion, then end your visual visit with our top 10.

Stockholm Swivel Easy

At First SightThis cute little piece is something you feel like hugging. Reminding of the living room of the Jetsons, Stockholm looks like an average comfortable chair, perfect for a bachelors living room.

The TestAfter taking a seat on it, this futuristic 67 width chair did not disappoint. The back of the Stockholm keeps your own back in a comfortable position, while making rotating easy. Its 76cm height fits well with a coffee table, allowing a single gal who stays in on a Sunday night to order pizza and use this furniture-duet as a dining place.

Pros Comfortable Good-looking Flexible (swivel easy)Cons The towel-like velvet is bound to attract fuzz At $399 you cant really look at the price as an advantage

Stockholm high-back armchair

Ar First SightThe elder sister of Stockholm Swivel Easy is Stockholm High-Back Armchair. It looks like the baby of a grandmas chair and a kings throne. The sharp design is something that makes you go wooow, but it doesnt leave very high expectations regarding comfort.

The TestThe sitter is definitely a thing of fluffiness, but the back seems a little stiff. Still, it gains on a few points because of the headresting pillow with adjustable height, comfortable in its nature. The fabric has an interesting texture, but the model I tested in the store was starting to get fuzzy. Who knows how long it has been there and what it went through.

Pros Novel design, remarkable among other IKEA chairs It comes in four colors Comfortable overall, being a decent reading chairCons Armrests are rather too sharp The $499 price is pretty high (but the design is totally worth it)

Popptorp

At first sightYou have reached the year 2500. Humankind developed a more sustainable lifestyle that involves using smartly designed plastic furniture. No. Actually, you just reached a room where two Popptorps wait for you to try them out. Perfect to accomodate you during a short stay (coffee break), Popptorp is the reinvented plastic garden chair.

The TestIf it wasnt for the pillow, the Popptorps destiny would have been in the outdoors. Still, with the surprisingly comfortable back and a fluffy cushion one can consider placing it in the living room. Popptorp will be the perfect companion during the long nights with friends in your student apartment.

Pros Average cozyness for short-stays Strongly built OMG price ($70) You can remove the seat and use the space below to stock objects

Cons Rather industrial than premium-looking Highly uncomfortable for lounging or curling up

Arvika

At First SightDuring my visit at IKEA, most of the people passing by the Arvika felt like throwing themselves in it. And you find it hard to help it, due to the ergonomic shape. At the border between office and lounging chair, this piece of extravaganza is the killer item for a bachelors living room.

The TestArvika is even more comfortable than it seems. Its padding is soft and the curved back follows the natural position of a relaxed back. One thing that will clench your muscles will be the leaning function which has a very low stopping point. The good news is that, as I discovered later on, the tils is easy to adjust according to your preferrences.

Pros The leather-like tapestry has a quality look Comfortable arm rests Catchy design Adjustable tiltCons $499 for a chair is not actually an advantage (worth the money if you want to impress) The head rest has a weird position

Tirup

At First SightWere in the future again. The reason is this white (or black) leather chair with a cocoon-like shape named Tirup. It catches your eye, but the mysterious design keeps you quite reserved regarding comfort.

The TestSurprise! The wider part of the seat todether with the lack of arm rests helps Tirup win over Arvika. Imagine a night in, your knees doubled under you, your best friends sitting in a circle and endless phiosophical conversations.This chair will definitely deliver for this sort of occasion. Pros The leather looks easy to clean Comfortable for sitting in all sorts of positions Untiltable, yet solidCons High price again: around $500 Not ideal for watching a movie in it

Poang armchair

At First SightMister Poang (as the name makes us think about an old Vietnamese man) looks like a fellow who will make sure you feel comfortable no matter what. The slightly leaned shape promises to take care of keeping your back in good place, while the pillow rests your tense neck.

The TestWhat you see is what you get, because yes, the Poang is as comfortable as it seems. With its soft padding and the well-positioned pillow, Poang will accomodate you like a pro through the entire evening show, while offering you the flexibility to balance impatiently during commercial breaks. Though the armrests are not the softest thing in the world, they give you the impression you wont fall from the chair, which is enough.

Pros It comes in 11 colors At $69 offers excellent value for money The bent birch frame looks resistent to scrathcesCons The armrests arent very comfortable The design is not very innovative

Pello

At First SightThis less grandiose brother of Poang seems like the two-seconds-later-born twin. At a closer look, the difference is in the cloth of the cushion, which looks less durable in Pello.

The TestPellos height is slightly lower, buy even so, it keeps the same confy balance as Poang. The head rest is slightly fluffier and this you can feel while leaning on your back. The armrests are lower, which makes them fit a little better with the natural position of the sitted body.Pros Cheap, cheap, cheap ($49.99) Overall comfortable Easy-to-remove cushion for washing or replacingCons The fabric isnt the best quality It seems a little less solid than the Poang

Villstad

At First SightSomewhere between a communist waiting room chair and a 60s retro-futuristic design living room, Villstad is one head turner. A chair that no hipster home should lack. A chair that will make an impression to any guest entering your office. A chair that shouts My owner is a witty human being! The bulky cushion of Villstad make you want to throw yourself in it, but the iron structure warns you to be careful with that.

The TestVilstad is even more confy than it seems. And that is because the bulky cushions are firm enough to keep your body in the right position. On the other hand, the armrests make you feel a little awkward about your hands and where exactly you should keep them, because resting them on the iron mould is not a good idea.

Pros Take-my-breath-away design It comes in two colors A good compromise between comfort and estheticsCons Might seem pricey for some (around $300) Rigid armrests

Nolbyn

At First SightThe Nolbyn looks like an outdoors chair rather than an indoors one and destinated for office, rathen than for relaxation. The mesh-cushion combination gives you the impression that the designer got bored while thinking about the final touches. An optimist might find the design industrial, not careless. Its a matter of taste, afterall.

The TestYou cant lean on the Nolbyn like you do on the Poang, but the back is a pretty good deal. Even though the armrests beat the Poang from afar, the iron framing makes it uncomfortable to sit while placing one leg on top of the other. The mesh looks durable, but it keeps reminding of a socks-washing bag.

Pros At $59.99 its very affordable The machine-washable cushions make it family friendlyCons Design leaves you wanting more Unrecommended for long sits

Nolmyra

At First SightIf you take the upper part of the Nolbyn and add another few inches to the sides of the seat, youve got yourself a Nolmyra. Made from the same mesh as Nolbyn, you might think the lack of cushion means less comfort, but Nolmyra proves you wrong.

The TestThe fact that this chair is wider than Nolbyn, adds so much to the comfortability. The lack of armrests makes it so comfortable because you are left with a lot of freedom to move. You can sit with your knees doubled under you, you can nestle, huddle up, roll, coil. This chair will fit all your moods.Pros Chit-chat comfortable Easy to maintain A bargain ($39.99)Cons Not a spectacular design

Locksta

At First SightBecause of the simplistic design, Locksta looks like the kind of chair you would get in a temporary home. The flashy colors (green-grass green, electric blue, orange) scream I am interesting, even though I am simple!. It looks like the perfect chairs for a student apartment or a place you cant really invest in too much.

The TestWhen you sit on Locksta you hear a funny grr from the unflexible fabric that stretches under your thighs, giving you the impression it will soon fall to pieces. After a few minutes it gains your trust. The back though, makes you feel like something is missing, because of its height.Pros Easy to carry home/install Good price ($59.99)Cons Simplistic design Not the most comfortable chair in the world

Strandmon

At First SightMeet the Godfather. The Godfather sits next to the family. You might find him in the living room, in front of a fireplace accomodating a reader or a sleeping granny in front of the TV. Strandmon looks cozy and welcoming.

The TestSoft is a word that would fit Strandmon so well. Not So-Fluffy-I-Am-Going-To-Dye soft, but your back wont hurt if you fall asleep through the whole movie. The armrests are pretty ok, but the best part are the wings, which allow you to comfortably rest your head while reading, for example.Pros Nice design Comfortable Decent quality fabricCons Only three colors (It feels like it has potential for a green or a yellow) Makes for a pretty high invesment ($279)

Mellby

At First SightMellby looks averagely comfortabe with the average coming from the geometric armrests. With a deja vu design, this seem the kind of piece that will look good in your home 5 years from now, even though its lines are far from classic. Its just something universal about Mellby that seems to resist despite of fashion.

The TestTake a seat in the Mellby. Its comfortable, actually. More fluffy than you assumed. Slide to the left, curl, slide to the right. Put your feet over the armrests. Just dont expect to stay like that forever, they will get numb after 5 minutes. But you cant accuse Mellby of anything, since the armrests are made for arms, afterall.

Pros A design to last Pretty comfortableCons Rather pricey for some ($249) The fabric doesnt seem very durable

Ekenas

At First SightProbably because of the grey and the bulky shape, Ekenas has something that makes you think about the Stonhenge. Its design lays at the brder of avant-garde and classic. Its a vague style that incites. By looking at it you get the impression that you can throw yourself on it without getting bruises.

The TestExpectations confirmed. It feels soft and cozy and OMG-I-want-to-never-get-up. The fabric looks soft and also easy to wash. And congratulations to the most comfortable armrests so far. This chair makes its $299 price look like a bargain.

Pros Very comfortable Easy to wash fabric Nice designCons For some, the price might be a disadvantage

Ystad

At First SightThe price makes it the king of all chairs ($699). Serious, demanding, heroic, Ystad seems the kind of chair to fit a family villa. The leather might trick you intro thinking you will not be completely satisfied with its comfort.

The TestThe back and the armrests make you lose yourself in it. Because of the leather, you can easily slide in it and if you want to place your feet over the armchairs, you will have no problem hanging like that forever. The leather looks high quality and seems easy to clean.

Pros Comfortable A classic (worth a very long-term investment)Cons It comes in only one color Pricey Some might find the classic design a disadvantage

Skogaby

At First SightThis cute little thing is perfect for a minimalistic living room. It has something of the Ystad, but its definitely a young, more modern relative. And a cheaper one ($399). The added geometry makes it look more comfy than Ystad.

The TestIndeed, you notice a decline in comfort after having sat on the Ystad, but the armrests are lower and keep the hands in a natural position. Even though you dont feel like you want to get lost in it, its a pretty comfortable piece.

Pros Good design The leather feels very soft More than averagely comfortableCons Pretty expensive Poor color variety (only two dark colors)

Ekero

At First SightRetro-futuristic in a way, innovative in another, the Ekero waits for a young-hearted owner. It can perfectly fit an office, a living room or a waiting room. Pretty, but it makes you skeptical about how well your back will feel in it.

The TestYou have a not-so-soft padding, but the entire architecture of the chair just makes it work. The armrests are tall, but in a mysterious way, comfortable. The fabric looks practical (very similar to Strandomns). The price its practical too ($129).

Pros A design that catches attention Easy to fit in a small space Lightweighted, so its also easy to move around the houseCons Might not resist a child jumping on it for long Not the chair to fall asleep in

Muren

At First SightMuren is the thinking chair. Seems like it waits for a brilliant mind that will find revelatory conclucions about life while sitting in it. Otherwise, it is an old-fashioned fellow that makes all the other IKEA chair look like design extravaganza (some of them actually are). The TestWhen you get to sit on Muren, your expectations are crumbled. With three positions to choose from, the most surprising feature of Muren is the built-in footstool that comes out when you lean on your back. Confortable enough while unfolded and uptight enough when upright, Muren its the Jack of all trades in your livingroom.

Pros Soft armrests Goof quality fabric (something similar to denim)Cons It comes just in black and brown Not a low-budget option ($299)

Ektorp

At First SightEktorp is the defition of classic. Weve seen it in American sitcoms 10 years ago and we see it today in many homes. Regardless of the rather dull design, you know what to expect from this kind of armchair: heavenly comfort.

The TestUnfortunately, Ektorp dissapoints. Its not at all as soft as it seems and while sitting in it you feel your back in a rather weird position. You want to put your arms on the armrests, but all you get is a rigid feel.

Pros Stable and solid 12 colors to choose fromCons Rather unconfortable $399 is a high price for what it delivers

TULLSTA

At First SightYouve seen the Tullsta in your neighbourhood, in every coffee shop around the corner. Far from novel in design, this chair doenst promise you much. Not colorwise (only three colors), nor comfort-wise. But at least comes with a fair price: $99.

The TestThe averagely comfortable seat and the small size are to be considred if you cant invet very much right now. You can get a new cover or cushions that will spice up its look.

Pros Good price Averagely comfortable Keeps your behind in an ok position

Cons Dull design Keep the back rather stiff The actual cover looks a little loose

Weve seen and felt a lot of chairs, so its hard to pick the winners, but if we choose as criteria the value for money, here is our top 10 IKEA chairs:1. Poang2. Pello3. Nolmyra4. Strandmon5. Stockholm Swivel Easy6. Mellby7. Ekero8. Ekenas9. Villstad10. Ystad