What does a garden set cost? The honest answer: it depends on what you buy. Two sets that look alike in the photo can differ a lot in price, because one has four cushions and a larger table and the other doesn't. An average price therefore tells you little. This article explains which factors determine the price of a garden set with a dining table and chairs, what you get for each step up, which costs you may still face afterwards, and how to buy the set at a good price. We deliberately don't mention amounts: prices change every day. You can see the current price and the price history on the product page of each set.
In short: the price of a garden set is mainly determined by the number of people and table size, the material of the frame and tabletop, whether there are cushions included, and extra comfort such as an adjustable backrest. First decide what you will actually use, add the additional costs, and track the price with the price chart and a price alert. Not sure which type suits you? Take the budget test.
Why there is no fixed average price
A garden set is a table with a number of chairs, but within that there is a world of difference. A compact set for two on the balcony and a long table for eight both fall under the same heading. If you add those together and divide by the number, you get an average that doesn't suit any garden.
On top of that, prices move. Shops adjust their prices to the season, stock and promotions. A set that costs the full price in spring may be on offer after the summer, and the other way around. That is why on every product page we show the current price and a price chart with the lowest and highest price per period. That way you know not only what a set costs now, but also whether this is a good moment to buy.
So a more useful question than an average is: what am I actually paying for? Once you know that, you can judge for each set whether the price is right for what you get.
The price factors at a glance
These are the factors that make the difference between a affordable and a more expensive garden set. In the rest of the article you can read per factor what to look out for.
| Factor | Effect on the price | Where you see it |
|---|---|---|
| Number of people | More chairs, larger table | Number of seats |
| Table size and shape | Larger top, more material | Length and width |
| Frame material | Big difference per type | Material |
| Tabletop material | Stone and ceramic often higher | Tabletop material |
| Cushions | Included or sold separately | Cushions included, number |
| Comfort | Extra mechanism costs more | Adjustable backrest |
| Brand and finish | Design, details, service | Brand, colour, title |
| Warranty | Longer is often more expensive | Manufacturer's warranty |
| Delivery | Large package, delivery costs | Shop, delivery time |
Number of people and table size
The biggest price factor is simply how many people you buy for. Every extra chair costs money, and more chairs means you need a longer and often wider table. A good example is the Cosmo/Felini series: the same chairs and the same aluminium, but the set for 4 people has a table of 160x84 cm and the set for 6 people a table of 220x93 cm. Compare them on the product pages and you'll immediately see what two extra places cost.
Cosmo/Felini garden set 6 people with 220 cm table
For a large group, a picnic set is an alternative. The Bell picknick set is 280x178 cm, according to the specifications has 8 seats, and has a light teak Vironwood top on an aluminium frame. At 70.6 kg it is a set for a fixed spot, and such a large package may count toward delivery costs.
Bell picknick set 280x178 cm
The lesson: buy for the group that usually sits at the table. A set for six that is almost always used by four costs more and takes up more space. You can read how large your table should be in how much space do you need for a garden set, how to choose the ideal garden set for 4 people and how to choose a garden set for 6 people.
Material of frame and tabletop
The material determines not only the purchase price but also how much time and money you spend on maintenance afterwards. So look at the frame and the tabletop separately.
- Plastic: light and usually the most affordable. Fine for occasional use, but less sturdy and it can fade after years in the sun.
- Steel: sturdy and often affordable, but heavier. If the coating is damaged, it can start to rust.
- Aluminium: light, doesn't rust like steel and needs little maintenance. All garden sets available in this article are made of aluminium according to the specifications. What can still happen is described in can an aluminium garden set rust.
- Wood such as teak: warm and strong, and solid hardwood is usually in a higher price range. If you want to keep the colour, you need to maintain it; otherwise it turns grey.
The tabletop follows the same pattern. An aluminium top is light and simple. A wood-look top, such as Vironwood, gives the appearance of wood without oiling or sanding. A stone or ceramic tabletop is heavier and usually falls in a higher price range, but it is very scratch-resistant. Pay attention to the wording in the product information: "teak look" means a finish that resembles teak, not solid teak. You can read more about lifespan per material in which garden furniture is the most durable.
Don't just count the price on the label, but also the years you will enjoy it and the maintenance that comes with it. A set that you have to sand and oil every spring costs you time and materials too.
Cushions: included or separate?
Cushions are a factor that many people overlook. Two sets with the same table can differ because one comes with cushions and the other doesn't. A set without cushions looks more affordable, but if you want to sit comfortably, you buy them separately.
Oklahoma/Felini garden set 4 people teak look table 160 cm
The Oklahoma/Felini has the same table size as the Cosmo/Felini for four, but with a teak-look table, brown chairs and, according to the specifications, 4 cushions. The Parijs chairs with Terni table even come with 8, with a table of 160x90 cm.
Parijs garden chairs 4 pieces + Terni table 160 cm
If you compare a set with and without cushions, add the price of separate garden cushions to the set without them. Only then will you see which one is really cheaper. Also think about where you will store them: cushions should be stored dry during rain and in winter.
Comfort and finish
Extra comfort is often found in the chairs. An adjustable backrest requires more parts and mechanisms than a fixed back, and you see that reflected in the price. The Osaka/Felini set has, according to the specifications, chairs with an adjustable backrest at the same Felini table of 160x84 cm. No cushions are included.
Osaka/Felini garden set 4 people with adjustable chairs
Whether that extra is worth the money depends on how you use the set. If you like to sit outside for a few hours after dinner, you'll notice the difference every evening. If you eat quickly and clear up right away, you're paying for something you rarely use. The set is also available for six: the Osaka/Felini for 6 people with a table of 220x93 cm. You can read more about sitting comfortably in choosing a good adjustable garden chair.
Brand, finish and warranty
A well-known brand often charges a bit more for design, finish and service, such as the option to reorder parts or new cushions. Small details matter too: the quality of the powder coating, caps under the legs and how neatly welds and joints are finished. These details rarely appear in a table, but you can see them in good product photos.
The warranty is a useful yardstick. A manufacturer that offers a longer warranty stands behind its product for longer. For the garden sets from Garden Impressions and Hartman, the specifications list a 2-year manufacturer's warranty; for some sets from 4 Seasons Outdoor and Taste by 4 Seasons it is 5 years, and for the Kettler Calvia balcony set it is 3 years. If you compare with a set from another brand, check whether its warranty is longer or shorter and what exactly it covers: the frame, the tabletop or also the cushions.
How to compare two sets fairly
- Same number of seats and a comparable table size
- Material of frame and tabletop
- Cushions included or not, and how many
- Fixed or adjustable backrest
- Warranty period according to the specifications
- Delivery and delivery time at the shop
What do you get extra per step?
To make this concrete, these are available sets going from simple to extensive. Click through to the product pages to see what each step costs today. That way you can see exactly what an extra such as cushions or an adjustable backrest should be worth to you.
| Step | Example | What you get extra |
|---|---|---|
| Basic for 4 | Cosmo/Felini | Aluminium, without cushions |
| With cushions | Oklahoma/Felini | 4 cushions, teak-look table |
| More cushions | Parijs + Terni | 8 cushions, table 160x90 cm |
| More comfort | Osaka/Felini | Adjustable backrest |
| More people | Cosmo/Felini 6 | 2 chairs, 220 cm table |
| Large group | Bell picknick set | 8 seats |
The basic option: Cosmo/Felini for 4 people
This set is the starting point: four chairs and a table of 160x84 cm, according to the specifications in grey aluminium, with a seat height of 45 cm and without cushions. You pay for the furniture itself and nothing extra. Handy if you don't want to bring anything inside when it rains.
Cosmo/Felini garden set 4 people with 160 cm table
Living in a smaller space? There are also compact sets, such as the garden set with Dido chairs and a Rimini table of 80x80 cm, or the Terni balcony set for 2 people.
Dido chairs + Rimini table 80x80 cm
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Terni balcony set for 2
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View range →Test: which budget type are you?
Everyone spends their money on different things. Answer four short questions and see where your budget will go furthest.
Which type of garden set suits you?
How many people do you eat with outside on an ordinary summer evening?
- Two to four, and the terrace isn't big
- Four, and sometimes someone else joins
- Six or more, there are often guests
What does a successful outdoor meal look like to you?
- Good food and then clearing up quickly
- Eating calmly on a soft cushion
- Still sitting at the table for hours afterwards with a glass
- A long table full of dishes with family or friends
What would you least like to bring inside after a rain shower?
- Nothing: I want a set without cushions that just stays outside
- That's no problem for me, cushions are part of the package
- I'll buy cushions later, good chairs come first
Which extra would you skip without a second thought?
- Anything I don't really need, simple is fine
- An adjustable backrest, as long as I sit comfortably
- Cushions, as long as I can lean back
- Luxury details, as long as everyone has a seat
Smart and simple You prefer to pay only for what you use: an aluminium set for four without cushions, such as the Cosmo/Felini. Little hassle and nothing to carry inside.
Comfort included For you, cushions are part of a good set. Choose a set that already includes them, such as the Oklahoma/Felini with 4 or the Parijs chairs with Terni table with 8 cushions.
Investing in sitting You like to stay at the table for a long time. Then spend your budget on chairs with an adjustable backrest, such as the Osaka/Felini, and buy cushions separately later.
Room for everyone For you, the budget goes to seats: a set for 6, such as the Cosmo/Felini with a 220 cm table, or the Bell picknick set with 8 seats.
Still unsure about the type of furniture, for example a garden set or something else? The selection guide will help you further in a few steps. You can read more about the difference with a lounge set in lounge set or garden set.
Costs you easily forget
The price of the set isn't the whole story. Factor in these items, and you won't be caught off guard afterwards:
- Protective cover: keeps dirt, leaves and moisture away in winter. Choose a breathable protective cover in the size of your set.
- Cushions: if they aren't included, you buy them separately. If they are included, you need a dry place to store them.
- Maintenance: a soft cloth and lukewarm soapy water are enough for aluminium; wood needs oil or stain. See maintaining aluminium garden furniture.
- Shade: a parasol with a base makes the dining area truly usable on sunny days.
- Delivery: garden sets often arrive as a large package. Check whether delivery is included at the shop and how long the delivery time is.
How to avoid paying too much
Once you know which set you want, the next question is when to buy it. These steps will help you get the most out of your budget.
Use the factors above to decide which set suits you. Anyone chasing discounts without a plan easily buys something too big or with extras they don't need.
On every product page you can see how the price has developed, with the lowest and highest price per period. That way you know whether the current price is high or low.
You can set a price alert for each product. You'll get an email as soon as the price drops, so you don't have to check every day.
The offers page lists all products currently sold below their original price. Around Black Friday and the post-summer clearance, you can often find even more.
You can read which season is the most favourable in when to buy a garden set and when the garden furniture sale begins. Why garden furniture in general is not a small purchase is explained in why garden furniture is so expensive.
Common mistakes
Buying for the biggest party of the year
A set for eight that is almost always used by four costs more and takes up your terrace. Choose based on your regular group and add a few extra chairs for visitors.
Only looking at the price on the label
A set without cushions seems cheaper, until you buy separate cushions. Always compare sets including what else you need.
Confusing teak look with teak
A table in teak look is a finish that resembles wood, not solid teak. That's not a problem, since you don't have to oil it, but don't compare its price with a solid wooden set.
Buying based on a discount percentage
A high discount means little if the original price was raised shortly before. Check the price chart to see what the set actually cost in recent weeks.
Pay for what you use
Write down how you are going to use the set: how often, with how many people and how long you'll stay seated. Any extra that doesn't fit that list, you can leave. You can read more general buying advice in buying a garden set: what to look out for.
Checklist for your budget
- Number of people determined based on your regular group
- Material of frame and tabletop chosen, including maintenance
- Checked whether cushions are included, and how many
- Decided whether an adjustable backrest is worth it
- Warranty and delivery at the shop reviewed
- Protective cover and storage space for cushions included in the calculation
- Price chart checked and a price alert set
Compare garden sets
Garden sets for 4 people
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View sets →Or browse the garden sets for 8 people, the picnic sets and the luxury garden sets. Would you rather see the best-rated sets side by side first? Then read the best garden sets of 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an average garden furniture set cost?
A fixed average price tells you little, because the price depends mainly on what you buy: the number of seats, the material of the frame and tabletop, whether cushions are included, and extra comfort features such as an adjustable backrest. Prices also change daily. On the product page of each garden set, you can see the current price, and the price chart shows how it has developed over recent time.
Why is a garden set for 6 people more expensive than one for 4?
You get more: two extra chairs and a larger table. With the Cosmo/Felini set, the table grows from 160x84 cm for 4 people to 220x93 cm for 6 people, with the same chairs and the same aluminium otherwise. More material and a larger package mean a higher price. So choose based on the group that usually sits at the table, not the biggest party of the year.
Are cushions always included with a garden set?
No. According to the specifications, the Cosmo/Felini and Osaka/Felini sets are supplied without cushions, the Oklahoma/Felini includes 4, and the Parijs chairs with Terni table include 8. A set without cushions may seem like better value, but if you want a comfortable seat, you will need to add separate cushions. So always check the "Included cushion" entry in the product information.
When is a garden set at its cheapest?
This varies by set and by retailer. Post-summer clearance sales and Black Friday often bring offers, but not every discount is genuine. Set a price alert on the set you want, check the price chart to see whether the price is below its level of recent weeks, and keep an eye on the deals page.
Is a more expensive garden set always better?
Not necessarily. A higher price may mean that cushions are included, that the chairs have an adjustable backrest, or that the table is larger. These features are only worth paying for if you will actually use them. So compare what the specifications actually say: material, table size, cushions, comfort and warranty. The warranty varies by brand and by set: often 2 years, for some sets from 4 Seasons Outdoor and Taste by 4 Seasons 5 years, and for some sets no period is stated.
What additional costs should I consider?
Think of a protective winter cover, separate cushions if they are not included, a dry place to store cushions, cleaning products and possibly a parasol. Also check whether the retailer includes delivery, as garden sets often arrive as large packages.
