The 10 Best Outdoor Ottomans
Special Honors
Lulu and Georgia YLVA Made with a durable olefin fiber, this vintage wooden stool will look at home in the house or outside. Lulu and Georgia offer other furniture pieces in the same style, which is useful if you’re looking to furnish an outdoor area from scratch. It’s available in two sleek colors. luluandgeorgia.com
Stardust Modern They wouldn’t fit in at your rustic cabin out in the woods, but these ultramodern ottomans from Stardust will add some flair to a contemporary outdoor space or a chic rooftop deck. While they’re certainly pricey, they’ll allow you to customize the style of the frame and the cushions to your preferences. stardust.com
Yardbird Outdoor Yardbird sells ottomans of various types, from those with classic wicker frames to more utilitarian models with heavy-duty aluminum legs. They’re all designed to withstand extended exposure to the elements, and they come with plush cushions that maintain their shape over time. yardbird.com
Editor's Notes
May 12, 2020:
Had to remove a few items due to quality concerns and a lack of availability. We looked into several plastic “pouf” style ottomans as potential new additions, but none seemed reliable enough to include on this list, as they tend to be fragile and break down after being subjected to harsh weather for a period of time.
Some folks seem to have trouble efficiently inflating the Kozyard Camp (which we’ve noted in the description), but it’s a nice value for a portable ottoman you can easily take along on trips and vacations. It’s available in an extensive array of colorful designs. It may irk some that it doesn’t come with a cushion, but the Keter Corfu is a simple, sturdy option that works well as an outdoor coffee table as well as an ottoman.
The Super Patio Rattan and Great Deal Malibu (both new additions) are quite similar in style, with attractive wicker frames and comfortable cushions. However, it would be nice if they offered internal storage. Those with high-end tastes will want to check out the Stardust Modern in the Special Honors section, which includes several trendy, contemporary options — one of which features a handy cutout on top for storing things like beverages, books, mobile devices or sunscreen.