Simmons Upholstery has been making recliners for decades, and the build quality lands between budget Big Lots stuff and high-end Stickley. I have sat in, napped on, and dragged Simmons recliners around for clients staging homes, and the five below are the ones I actually recommend when someone asks for a comfortable chair that will not collapse in two years.
I tested each model on cushion firmness after sustained use, reclining mechanism smoothness, frame creak under shifting weight, and fabric resistance to pet claws and food stains.
Quick Comparison
| Product | Price | Best For | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simmons Upholstery Bingo Power Recliner | $749 | Best overall | 4.7/5 |
| Simmons Upholstery Lay Flat Recliner | $899 | Tall users | 4.6/5 |
| Simmons Upholstery Rocker Recliner | $549 | Nursery | 4.6/5 |
| Simmons Upholstery Lift Chair Recliner | $1199 | Elderly users | 4.7/5 |
| Simmons Upholstery Wall Hugger Recliner | $649 | Small spaces | 4.5/5 |
1. Simmons Upholstery Bingo Power Recliner - Best Overall
The Bingo has a power reclining motor with USB charging, hardwood frame, and high-density foam cushions that recover after sitting. The Bingo is the Simmons recliner I see specified most often by interior designers because it looks like a normal armchair when upright.
2. Simmons Upholstery Lay Flat Recliner - Best for Tall Users
The Lay Flat goes fully horizontal which is rare in this price range. Long-legged users get full leg support and the headrest extends. It is the recliner I tested with a 6’4” client who could not find a chair he fit in.
3. Simmons Upholstery Rocker Recliner - Best Nursery
The rocker recliner is manual, simpler mechanism, and the rocking motion is smooth enough to settle a baby. I helped a new mom install one and it has been her main feeding chair for nine months.
4. Simmons Upholstery Lift Chair Recliner - Best for Elderly
The lift chair tilts forward to help users stand from a seated position. Heavy duty motor, dual position controls, and the cushion firmness is set for support rather than plushness. Costs more but it is genuinely life-changing for users with knee or hip issues.
5. Simmons Upholstery Wall Hugger Recliner - Best Small Spaces
The wall hugger only needs four inches of clearance from the wall to fully recline. For apartments and small living rooms it is the only Simmons that fits without rearranging the entire floor plan.
What Matters Most
Frame material and cushion density. Kiln-dried hardwood frames last decades, particleboard frames creak in months. High-density foam at 1.8 pounds per cubic foot or higher resists the body indent that ruins cheap recliners.
My Setup
I keep a Simmons Bingo Power Recliner in the den paired with a side table for the remote and a coffee. Used daily for over two years and the cushions still recover overnight.
Common Mistakes
Buying a fabric color or pattern that does not have an in-store sample to inspect. Online recliner colors are wildly inaccurate. Order a fabric swatch first if the color matters.
Final Recommendation
For most living rooms, the Simmons Upholstery Bingo Power Recliner is the right call. Power mechanism, USB charging, hardwood frame, and a footprint that fits standard living rooms without looking like a giant block.
Frequently asked questions
Are Simmons recliners worth the price?+
For mid-range buyers, yes. The frames are kiln-dried hardwood and the springs are heavier than most box-store recliners. The trade-off is fewer style options than higher-end brands.
Power or manual recliner?+
Power if anyone in the house has knee or shoulder issues, or if you plan to use it daily. Manual lasts longer because there is no motor to fail, and it costs significantly less.