{"id":7707,"date":"2018-01-15T18:17:38","date_gmt":"2018-01-15T18:17:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.darlingsofchelsea.co.uk\/blog\/?p=7707"},"modified":"2025-08-01T11:23:44","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T10:23:44","slug":"snuggle-chair-shootout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.darlingsofchelsea.co.uk\/blog\/snuggle-chair-shootout","title":{"rendered":"Snuggle Chair Shootout"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a snuggle chair?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Snuggle chairs, sometimes also known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darlingsofchelsea.co.uk\/love-chairs\">loveseats or cuddle chairs<\/a>, are large armchairs; incredibly comfortable for one person to curl up in, \u00a0or large enough for two people to sit together. Unlike a sofa, they generally just have one cushion, and sometimes have distinctive round shapes, with large arms making for a cosy and inviting place to sit.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7711\" style=\"width: 670px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7711\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-7711 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/d1s8n1udmr3gbj.cloudfront.net\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/fama-file-5a5ce5c5cb9e0-Mynest-03-e1516039955303-671x433.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"426\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7711\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Isabella Swivel Chair<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">But when you\u2019re choosing a piece of furniture, how does a snuggle chair stack up against all the other options out there?<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snuggle chair vs. armchair<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">The great advantage of a snuggle chair over an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darlingsofchelsea.co.uk\/armchairs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">armchair <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">is the fact that a snuggle chair can sit two people comfortable, whereas very few armchairs can. That means a snuggle chair offers a lot more flexibility for being able to entertain guests or watch a movie with a friend or partner. Even when only occupied by one person, the extra size of a snuggle chair means you can easily curl up in them with a book, or in front of the television. Both of these points make snuggle chairs a great option over an armchair when used as the sole piece of furniture in a dorm room, studio or bedsit, for example.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-7688 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/d1s8n1udmr3gbj.cloudfront.net\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/fama-file-57597d09cd61d-opera_coleccio_n_2016-_156_-671x387.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"381\" \/>Hollie Love Seat &amp; Footrest<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Of course, the obvious disadvantage of a snuggle chair is that it\u2019s a bit bigger than an armchair, so takes up more room and can be harder to move around. When used as part of a larger set of furniture, a snuggle chair can be more awkward than an armchair to position, and may sometimes end up being \u2018wasted space\u2019 when occupied by only one person.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snuggle Chair<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">++ Cosy way for two people to sit together<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">+ Comfortable and flexible for one person<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">&#8211; Takes up more space, and may often only be occupied by one person<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Armchair<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">+ Smaller and easier to position and move<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">+ Doesn\u2019t waste space when only occupied by one person<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">&#8211; \u00a0Can only seat one person<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snuggle chair vs. recliner<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">When you\u2019re looking for a comfortable piece of furniture to relax in while reading or watching television, a recliner seems like an obvious choice. However, a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darlingsofchelsea.co.uk\/snuggle-chairs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">snuggle chair<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\"> can also be a versatile option, with more space for a single person to sit in whatever position they find comfortable while reading, and of course allowing two people to sit together if they choose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7709 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/d1s8n1udmr3gbj.cloudfront.net\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/fama-file-5a5ce368f2371-Moonrise-XL_Colecci\u251c\u2502n_2016-43-671x447.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">While a recliner is undoubtedly incredibly comfortable to relax in, snuggle chairs have the advantage of offering flexible seating on all kinds of occasions, including when entertaining guests.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Above all though, it\u2019s worth bearing in mind that some snuggle chairs are available in a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">reclining version<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">, giving you the best of both worlds.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snuggle Chair<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">+ Available in reclining variants, for maximum flexibility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">+ Suitable for entertaining, as well as reading and watching television<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">&#8211; \u00a0Non-reclining snuggle chairs aren\u2019t quite as luxurious and comfortable<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recliner<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">+ Can be repositioned into the most comfortable position<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">&#8211; \u00a0Can usually only seat one person<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">&#8211; \u00a0Unlikely to be used as a recliner when entertaining, so less suitable for formal rooms<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snuggle chair vs. two seater sofa<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">A lot of people buying a snuggle chair, especially if they\u2019re doing so for quite a small space, might ultimately be deciding between a snuggle chair and a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darlingsofchelsea.co.uk\/small-sofas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">small two-seater sofa<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">. So what\u2019s the best option?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">A snuggle chair takes up much less space, and is also a lot easier to transport and to move in and out of rooms. This makes it ideal for small rooms and temporary accommodation like a university dorm or a short-term let.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7712\" style=\"width: 670px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darlingsofchelsea.co.uk\/chelsea-1-5-seater-chair\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7712\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-7712 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/d1s8n1udmr3gbj.cloudfront.net\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chelsea-1.5-picture-671x387.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"381\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-7712\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chelsea 1.5 Seater<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">On the other hand, a snuggle chair does only seat two people who are happy to sit very close together, so that can make it less suitable for more formal entertaining, and less comfortable if you are having friends over, so if there is space for a two-seat sofa that may be a better option.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snuggle Chair<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">+ Takes up much less space<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">+ Easy to transport and much easier to move into a building, especially if it requires multiple flights of stairs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">&#8211; \u00a0Can only seat two people if they are happy to sit very close together<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two-seater sofa<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">++ Comfortably sits two people who don\u2019t want to be squashed together<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">+ May even be able to seat three at a squeeze<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">&#8211; Takes up more space, and can be awkward to transport and move in and out of buildings<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snuggle chair vs. chaise longue<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">chaise longue<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\"> falls somewhere between a sofa and an armchair; a long piece of furniture with a back and side only at one end. They are very comfortable for one person to sit or half-lie on with their feet up, or can accommodate multiple people side by side.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7713\" style=\"width: 670px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7713\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-7713 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/d1s8n1udmr3gbj.cloudfront.net\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/juliette_chaise_014-671x387.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"381\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7713\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Juliette Chaise Longue<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Like a snuggle chair, a chaise longue is very comfortable for one person to sit on with a book, and potentially to watch television although their length can make them awkward to face towards a screen comfortably.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">Because of their bench-like shape, a chaise-longue can also flexibly seat quite a few people, although most will not have a back to lean against, so it\u2019s not necessarily the most comfortable option.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snuggle Chair<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">++ Very comfortable for one person<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">+ Easy to position in a room, and easy to move around<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">&#8211; \u00a0Can only seat two people maximum<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chaise Longue<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">+ Comfortable for one person to sit or lie on<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">+ Can seat several people side by side, although in less comfort<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">&#8211; Takes up more space, and can be awkward to transport and move in and out of buildings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 300;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">&#8211; Can be hard to position, for example facing a television<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is a snuggle chair? Snuggle chairs, sometimes also known as loveseats or cuddle chairs, are large armchairs; incredibly comfortable for one person to curl up in, \u00a0or large enough for two people to sit together. 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