Which garden chair is the best? A chair that's perfect at the dining table isn't comfortable when you want to sit and read for an afternoon. And a lounge armchair is too low and too wide for a dinner with six people. So in this overview we don't pick one overall winner. Instead, we recommend one chair per use: at the table, stackable, adjustable, for lounging and for leaving outside. All sizes and materials come from the product information. You'll find current prices and shops on the cards.
In brief: for the dining table, choose the Triton dining armchair in rope with a seat width of 58 cm. If you want to store your chairs, go for the stackable Venice at 4.2 kg. The Osaka has an adjustable backrest, the Geneva is the roomiest lounge chair and the Acate is listed as All Weather in the specifications. Not sure what type of chair you're looking for? Start with the garden chair buying guide.
At a glance: today's prices
| Product | Today's price | |
|---|---|---|
| Triton dining armchair rope dark sand | €146.54 at bol.com | View at bol.com → |
| Venice dining chair taupe rope | €141.62 at bol.com | View at bol.com → |
| Osaka adjustable garden chair carbon black | €140.24 at bol.com | View at bol.com → |
| Geneva lounge armchair carbon black | €454.84 at bol.com | View at bol.com → |
| Acate dining garden chair light teak look | €249 at bol.com | View at bol.com → |
Our picks at a glance
| Use | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| At the dining table | Triton dining armchair | Rope, seat width 58 cm |
| Storage | Venice dining chair | Stackable, 4.2 kg |
| Upright and relaxing | Osaka adjustable | Adjustable back, textileen |
| Lounging | Geneva lounge armchair | Seat width 80 cm |
| Leaving outdoors | Acate dining garden chair | All Weather |
How we chose
We went through the garden chairs from Garden Impressions and picked, for each use, the chair that on paper suits best. We haven't tested the chairs ourselves. All sizes and materials below come word for word from the Garden Impressions product information. Chairs from other brands, such as Hartman, Kettler and Lafuma, aren't in this selection, but they do appear in the categories we mention for each type. We haven't included chairs where the details contradict each other. For example, the Osaka stackable garden chair is called stackable, but the specifications say "Stackable: No". With a chair like that, you only know for certain what you're getting once you check with the shop.
What we look for
- An aluminium frame that doesn't rust and stays light
- Sizes that match across all product details
- Stackable or adjustable only if the product information says so everywhere
- Cushions with a water-repellent cover
- A seat height that suits the use: higher at the table, lower for lounging
This article is a selection of models. Would you first like to know which type of chair suits you, which seat dimensions you need and how armrests and table height work together? Then read buying garden chairs: what to look for. It also includes a short quiz to help you choose.
Best dining garden chair: Triton dining armchair
The Triton is the chair we'd recommend to most people for the dining table. The frame is aluminium in dark grey, and the weave is rope in a sand tint. With a seat width of 58 cm and a seat depth of 60 cm, you have plenty of room, and with a seat height of 47 cm you sit at a comfortable height at the table. You get 2 cushions included, and it weighs 6 kg, light enough to slide back easily.
Triton dining armchair rope dark sand
Good to know: the armrests are 65 cm high and the chair is 66 cm wide. So check that the armrests fit under your tabletop and that enough chairs fit along your table. In the best garden tables of 2026, you'll find the height under the top for each table. The Triton isn't stackable. Would you prefer a wood look, or do you want four chairs straight away?
Sardinia armchair teak look
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Triton set of 4, grey rope
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View range →Best stackable garden chair: Venice dining chair
When it comes to stackable, we're strict: the Venice is listed as stackable in the tags, in the specifications and in the description. At 4.2 kg it's light, so stacking and putting it away is easy. The aluminium frame is dark grey, the weave is rope in taupe and the seat cushion is 6 cm thick. With a height of 101 cm it has a high back, and it also has armrests.
Venice dining chair taupe rope
Note: remove the cushions before stacking, or they'll be squashed and won't dry well. The Manitoba from Taste by 4 Seasons, the Taragona from Hartman and the Liv from Tierra Outdoor also list stackable in their specifications. You'll find more models in the stacking chairs section. Also stackable according to all the product details, but in a different style:
Felini dining chair teak look
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Santos dining chair acacia
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View range →Just because a chair has "stackable" in its name doesn't mean it actually is. Check the specifications to see if it's listed there, and ask if you're not sure. A chair that doesn't stack takes up just as much space in the shed as it does on the terrace.
Best adjustable garden chair: Osaka adjustable
Want to sit upright at the table and then lean back with a book? Then a chair with an adjustable backrest is the most versatile choice. The Osaka has an aluminium frame in anthracite and a textileen weave in mid grey. Textileen is an open woven fabric that dries quickly after a shower. The chair is 110 cm high, so your head is supported, and the seat height is 43 cm.
Osaka adjustable garden chair carbon black
Good to know: the Osaka adjustable isn't stackable. If you want more of them, there's also a set of four. For what to look for in the adjustment mechanism and the number of positions, read what makes a good adjustable garden chair. You'll find more adjustable chairs, such as the Napoli and Da Vinci or the Altura, on the brand pages for Hartman and Kettler. If you want to recline further, have a look at the relax chairs, such as the Lafuma RSX Clip.
Osaka adjustable, set of 4
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View range →Best lounge garden chair: Geneva lounge armchair
A lounge garden chair sits lower, wider and deeper than a dining chair, with thick cushions you can sink into. The Geneva is the roomiest in this overview: a seat width of 80 cm, a seat depth of 53 cm and a seat cushion 14 cm thick. The frame is aluminium in anthracite, and the 2 cushions are sand-coloured. With a seat height of 41.5 cm, this is a chair for next to a lounge set or a side table, not for the dining table.
Geneva lounge armchair carbon black
Note: the Geneva is 85 cm wide and 100 cm deep. Plan for a good amount of space on the terrace. Prefer a wood look or rope? Then take a look at these two:
Chicago lounge, teak look
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Houston lounge, taupe rope
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View range →Which chair feels most comfortable also depends on your height and how you like to sit. You can read more about that in which garden chair is the most comfortable.
Best for leaving outdoors: Acate dining garden chair
Tired of lugging your furniture indoors after every summer evening? Then you want a chair that can handle the weather. The Acate is listed as All Weather in the specifications. The frame is aluminium with a light teak look: the warm appearance of wood, without oiling or sanding. The seat cushion is 10 cm thick with a Texfiber cover, the seat height is 49 cm and the seat width is 42 cm.
Acate dining garden chair light teak look
Good to know: All Weather refers to the frame. Bring the cushion indoors when it rains and in winter, and the product information also recommends covering the chair during prolonged bad weather. Are you looking for the same chair with a swivel seat? That one is available too.
Acate swivel dining chair
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Protective covers
View covers →To learn what makes the difference between a chair that can last for years outdoors and one that wears out quickly, read which garden chair can stay outside and how long garden chairs last.
All picks side by side
All five have an aluminium frame. The differences lie in the weave, the weight and the way you sit:
| Model | Weave | Notable |
|---|---|---|
| Triton | Rope | Seat width 58 cm |
| Venice | Rope | Stackable, 4.2 kg |
| Osaka | Textileen | Adjustable back |
| Geneva | Cushions | Seat cushion 14 cm |
| Acate | Cushion, teak look | All Weather |
Rope feels soft and needs little maintenance: lukewarm water and a soft brush. You can read more about it in what is rope. If you want to compare all materials side by side, including wood and wicker, have a look at what is the best material for garden chairs.
How to choose in 4 steps
If you eat outdoors often, choose a dining chair such as the Triton or the Acate. If you mainly sit with a drink or a book, a lounge chair such as the Geneva suits you better. Want both? Look at the adjustable Osaka.
Measure the height to the underside of your tabletop and compare it with the chair's armrests. Also count how many chairs fit along the table: the Triton is 66 cm wide.
Short on storage space? Choose a chair that's stackable according to all the product details, such as the Venice, or a folding chair that you can lay flat. If they're staying outside, choose an aluminium frame and a breathable cover.
Almost all the chairs here come with cushions. These are water-repellent, not waterproof. Make sure you have a dry place to store them.
Still not sure whether you want individual chairs or a complete set? Then take the quiz, or browse the dining garden sets with table and chairs in one.
Common mistakes
Assuming a chair is stackable based on its name
Not every chair that looks stackable is, according to its specifications. Check the product details or ask, especially if you're counting on stacking for the winter.
Putting a lounge chair at the dining table
A lounge chair with a seat height around 41 cm and thick cushions is too low for a regular dining table. You'll end up with your chin almost on the tabletop.
Not measuring the armrests
If the armrests are higher than the underside of your tabletop, you won't be able to slide the chair under the table. That way, every chair takes up more room than you'd expected.
Leaving cushions outside
Even with an All Weather chair, wet cushions will go mouldy. Store them dry after use. Read how in storing garden cushions.
Try one chair first
If you're going to buy four or six chairs, order just one first. Put it at your own table, sit on it for an evening and order the rest if you like it. You'll find new cushions or extra seat cushions in the garden cushions section.
Browse more garden chairs
Looking for a hanging chair? They aren't in the range at the moment, but you can read what to look for in buying a hanging chair: what to look for. For what to do with your chairs during the cold months, see what to do with garden furniture in winter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best garden chair of 2026?
That depends on how you use it. For the dining table, the Triton dining armchair is a strong all-rounder: aluminium with rope, a seat height of 47 cm and a seat width of 58 cm. If you want to be able to store your chairs, choose the stackable Venice. For lounging, the Geneva with a seat width of 80 cm is the most spacious choice.
Which garden chair is truly stackable?
The Venice dining chair is listed as stackable in the tags, the specifications and the description, and weighs 4.2 kg according to the product information. The Felini and the Santos dining chair are also marked as stackable in all three places. For some other chairs, the details contradict each other. If you are unsure, check with the retailer before you order.
Which garden chair can stay outside?
The Acate dining garden chair has an aluminium frame with a light teak look and is listed as All Weather in the specifications. The other chairs in this overview also have an aluminium frame that does not rust. However, cushions are best kept dry indoors: outdoor cushion covers are usually water-resistant, not waterproof. A breathable protective cover keeps the frame clean.
What is the best adjustable garden chair?
The Osaka adjustable garden chair has an adjustable backrest, an aluminium frame in anthracite and a textilene covering in mid grey. Textilene dries quickly after a rain shower. At a height of 110 cm it has a high back, and the seat height is 43 cm.
What is the difference between a dining garden chair and a lounge garden chair?
A dining garden chair sits higher and more upright, so you can eat comfortably at the table: the Triton has a seat height of 47 cm. A lounge garden chair is lower, wider and deeper with thicker cushions. The Geneva has a seat height of 41.5 cm, a seat width of 80 cm and a seat cushion of 14 cm. At a dining table you would sit too low in it.
