Best Ottoman Under £100 and £200: UK Buying Guide

If you want an ottoman for your home but do not want to spend hundreds of pounds, you still have plenty of choices.

The key is knowing what you can realistically get at each price. An ottoman under £100 can be a smart choice for a smaller room, footrest or simple storage. Once you move towards £200, you can look for larger benches, better upholstery, stronger designs and more furniture-like finishes.

In this guide, you will find what to look for when buying the best ottoman under £100 and the best ottoman under £200, plus the features that make the biggest difference to everyday use.

Best Ottoman Under £100

If your budget is £100 or less, start by deciding what you need the ottoman to do.

For a small bedroom, hallway or living room, you may not need a large storage bench. A compact footstool or small storage ottoman can give you a comfortable place to sit, put your feet up or keep smaller items without taking over the room.

ISTOOLS has compact ottoman options in this price range, including small footstools and storage designs. For example, its Small Blue Footrest Pouffe is listed at £70, while its Deep Storage Ottoman Bench Seat is also listed at £70.

What can you expect for under £100?

At this budget, look for:

• A compact footprint
• Padded or upholstered seating
• A footrest or extra seat
• Simple hidden storage
• A sturdy frame
• A style that works with your existing furniture

You should also check whether the displayed price includes the legs, fabric choice and other options. Some handmade ottomans allow you to customise these details, which can change the final price.

Best for small UK homes

A smaller ottoman can work especially well when floor space is limited.

You can place one beside a sofa, under a console, in a bedroom or near the entrance. If you use it in a hallway, you can sit down while putting on your shoes. If you use it in a bedroom, it can give you a small seat without needing a full bench.

For more ideas, see Where to Put an Ottoman Storage Bench | Bedroom, Hallway & Living Room.

What about storage?

Do not assume every cheap ottoman has useful storage.

A storage ottoman needs enough internal space to be useful for the things you actually want to hide. A small compartment may work for accessories, toys or smaller household items, but it will not replace a large blanket box.

If storage is your main reason for buying, compare the internal capacity rather than looking only at the outside dimensions.

You can also see How Many Litres Does a Small Ottoman Storage Bench Actually Hold? before choosing a smaller model.

Best Ottoman Under £200

If you can spend up to £200, your choices become much wider.

This is where you can start looking beyond basic footstools and consider larger storage benches, Chesterfield-style ottomans, coffee-table ottomans and statement pieces.

For example, ISTOOLS currently lists a Chesterfield storage ottoman with castor legs at £190. It measures 38 inches long by 18 inches wide and 15 inches high, making it a more substantial option than a small footstool.

There are also £180 options, including a blue Chesterfield ottoman footstool and a handcrafted Chesterfield upholstered coffee-table footstool.

What can you get for under £200?

At this level, you can look for:

• Larger seating areas
• More detailed upholstery
• Chesterfield buttoning
• Storage compartments
• Coffee-table functionality
• More choice of fabrics and colours
• Decorative legs and castors
• Larger designs for bedrooms and living rooms

You are no longer buying only a place to rest your feet. You can choose a piece that becomes part of the room's furniture layout.

Best £200-or-less ottoman for storage

If storage matters most, look for a lift-up design with a useful internal compartment.

A storage ottoman can hide bedding, blankets, toys, clothing and other items while giving you another place to sit.

That makes it especially useful in bedrooms where you want to make better use of the space around the bed.

Before you buy, check the outside measurements and the internal storage area. A large-looking ottoman does not always have the same amount of usable storage inside.

For a more detailed comparison, read Ottoman Storage Bench vs Blanket Box: Which Suits Your Home?.

Best £200-or-less ottoman for an end of bed

An ottoman at the end of your bed can do two jobs at once.

You get somewhere to sit while dressing, and you gain another storage area for bedding or other bedroom items.

However, size matters.

A bench that is too long can make your bedroom feel cramped. One that is too short may look lost at the end of a large bed.

Before ordering, measure the width of your bed and the available floor space around it. You should also leave enough room to walk comfortably between the bench and nearby furniture.

If you have a king or super king bed, our Ottoman Storage Bench: UK King & Super King Sizing Guide can help you choose a suitable width.

Best ottoman under £200 for a living room

For a living room, you have more flexibility.

You could choose a traditional footstool, a storage bench or a larger coffee-table ottoman.

A coffee-table ottoman is particularly useful if you want one piece of furniture to perform several jobs. Some ISTOOLS storage ottomans are designed to work as seating, footrests and coffee tables, with hidden storage underneath. One current model is listed at £130 and offers multiple size choices.

You can place a tray on the upholstered surface when you need a stable area for drinks, books or other small items. Remove the tray when you want to use the ottoman as a footrest or seat.

For more inspiration, read Rethinking Your Lounge: The Coffee Table Ottoman.

Should you buy an ottoman under £100 or under £200?

The right budget depends on how you plan to use it.

If you only need a small footrest or occasional seat, spending £200 may not give you much extra value.

But if you want a proper storage bench for your bedroom or a centrepiece for your living room, moving towards the £150–£200 range can open up more suitable designs.

What should you check before buying?

Price should be your starting point, not your only filter.

1. Measure your available space

Measure the area where the ottoman will sit before ordering.

Think about both the ottoman itself and the walking space around it.

A useful guide is to match the ottoman to the room rather than trying to make the room fit around the furniture. For different UK room sizes, see our Ottoman Storage Bench Sizing Guide for UK Homes.

2. Check the height

Height affects comfort.

If you want to use the ottoman for sitting while putting on shoes, the height should feel natural when you sit down.

For bedroom benches and hallway seating, our guide to Ideal Ottoman Bench Height for Sitting & Putting On Shoes explains what to consider.

3. Choose the right fabric

Velvet can give your room a rich, soft appearance, while linen-style fabrics can create a lighter look.

Your choice should also match how heavily you will use the ottoman.

If children, pets or frequent use are involved, think about durability and cleaning before choosing a fabric simply because you like its colour.

You can compare the main choices in Which Fabric Is Best for an Ottoman Storage Bench?.

4. Look at the frame

The frame is easy to ignore because you cannot see most of it.

But it matters.

A well-made frame helps the ottoman remain stable when you sit on it or move it around the room. Handmade furniture can also use different joinery methods, so it is worth understanding how the frame is constructed.

See Dowel vs Bracket Joints: Which Ottoman Frame Lasts Longer? for a closer look at this point.

5. Check the lid mechanism

If you are buying a storage ottoman, look at how the lid opens.

A lid that is difficult to lift can quickly become annoying when you use the storage every day.

Gas-lift and soft-close mechanisms can also change how the ottoman feels in normal use. Our guide Gas-Lift vs Soft-Close Hinge: Which Ottoman Lid Is Right for You? covers the differences.

6. Check delivery time

Handmade furniture can take longer to produce than mass-produced furniture.

ISTOOLS currently states a 10–14 working day lead time for standard handmade products on several of its product pages.

So if you need the ottoman for a particular date, check the current delivery information before ordering.

Is a £200 ottoman better than a £100 ottoman?

Not automatically.

A £200 ottoman is not necessarily better for every room.

If you have a small flat and only need somewhere to rest your feet, a compact £70–£100 option may be the better purchase.

If you need hidden storage, extra seating and a larger piece for the end of a bed, a higher budget can give you more suitable choices.

The important question is not simply "How much should you spend?"

It is "What do you need the ottoman to do?"

Best Ottoman Under £100 vs £200: Which Should You Choose?

Choose under £100 if you want a simple, compact and practical ottoman for a smaller space.

Choose under £200 if you want more furniture-like designs, larger storage, stronger visual impact or features such as Chesterfield detailing, castors or coffee-table functionality.

Before you buy, measure your space, decide whether storage matters, check the upholstery and confirm the final price with your chosen options.

That way, you can spend your budget on the features you will actually use rather than paying more simply for a larger ottoman.

Final verdict

The best ottoman under £100 is usually the one that solves a small, specific need without taking up too much space.

The best ottoman under £200 gives you more room to choose a statement piece that combines seating, storage and style.

For a small flat, hallway or occasional footrest, start around the £70–£100 range. For a bedroom storage bench, living-room centrepiece or larger multifunctional ottoman, exploring options up to £200 makes more sense.

The best choice is the one that fits your room, your storage needs and the way you actually use your home.