Best Double Duty: YOUDENOVA 30 inches Storage Ottoman Bench

If you need a storage ottoman that also doubles as a bench or coffee table, this would be our pick: YOUDENOVA. 

This one was recommended by several readers who loved the grey linen-like material, tufted with buttons. Many folks used this as a coffee table that stores blankets. We liked the overall quality and design.

What We Liked

• Easy to assemble.

• Sturdy—holds 350 lbs.

• Great for the end of a bed or coffee table.

• Nice looking linen-like material.

• Tufted buttons.

What Needs Work

• Not as comfortable as others we tested as a place to sit.

Best For Foot of Bed: SONGMICS Folding Storage Ottoman Bench Storage

After trying out several storage ottomans that are designed for the foot of a bed, we picked Songmics as the best bet for most folks. 

This one was also recommended by our readers. We liked the longer length (43″), which makes it better suited for the foot of a bed than smaller cube-like storage ottomans.

What We Liked

• Easy to assemble.

• Looks more expensive than it is.

• Sturdy.

• Great for dorm room or apartment.

• Comfy seating area.

What Needs Work

• Odor. When it first comes out of the box, this ottoman has a chemical smell—you may need to air it out for a bit before assembling.

Best Budget-Friendly: YOUDENOVA 15 inches Storage Ottoman Cube

If you need a compact cubic storage ottoman, this choice offers good quality at a price that doesn’t break the bank: YOUDENOVA’s model OT01404.

This smaller size is perfect for a dorm room or apartment—or anywhere you want a foot rest and don’t need a large bench-like ottoman.

What We Liked

• Great for shoe storage.

• Compact size.

• Easy to assemble.

• Affordable.

What Needs Work

• More padding, please? The seating area for this ottoman could use a bit more padding, in our opinion.

Best Round Design: HomePop Large Button Tufted Round Storage Ottoman

Yes, this storage ottoman is more pricey than others we researched, but we think it is a worthy splurge. Note the wood feet and impressive tufted fabric . . . this would go nicely in a living room

What We Liked

• Great storage.

• No assembly required except attaching the legs.

• Sturdy.

• Comfy seating area.

What Needs Work

• Pricey.

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