6 Best Lay-Flat Recliners – Get the Pressure Off Your Body!

What makes the Irene House recliner chair so fantastic is that it is designed for users who are elderly, invalid, or with decreased mobility. This chair is meant to help users feel comfortable without being swallowed in it, but anyone taller than 5’8” and heavier than 200 pounds might find it a bit constricting.

As we have discovered from other users, this chair is best suited for elderly people who will benefit the most from the advanced dual-motor functionality. It allows accurate control for reclining and helping them stand up with the power lift, which we found to be very gentle but firm. The quality of the motor controls is emphasized by how silent and smooth their operation is even when lifting a heavy person, and you get a hand controller with four buttons to command all these functions.

What we liked:

What we loved most, though, is that you can adjust the leg rest independently of the backrest. That’s something many recliners don’t have but which allows for a much wider range of comfortable recline positions whether you’re reading, watching TV, napping, or simply passing the time. The high-density sponge padding and fiber cushioning are also perfect for both support and soft comfort, especially given the overstuffed back and lumbar cushions. Even with the PU leather topper, this is the perfect recliner chair to sink into and relax the body.

What could be better:

Our main problem with the Irene House power lift recliner is that the hand controller is very simple, having only arrows for up and down functionality. Having preset positions such as zero-gravity, injury recovery, reading and so on would have been a big help. As it is, it takes time to get used to the Up/Down buttons which have no words at all, just symbols. Plus, there’s that little problem of size as we have already mentioned.

If you’re that person who is willing to pay to get the best, this is the recliner chair for you. Everything is top grade, from the authentic Italian leather on the sitting surface to the power recline functionality and plush padding.

Catnapper has been compared with La-Z-boy mainly because of the sheer comfort and high-end construction of both brands of recliner chairs. Of all Catnapper models (which are named after people and places), the Boyd is unique because it is of its premium design and genuine leather upholstery.

What we liked:

However, what impressed us most is Catnapper’s unique Comfort Coil technology consisting of pocketed coils encased in Cool Gel memory foam. These provide far superior comfort and support than memory foam or plush cushioning – we know because we have tested all of them. Together with the power recline functions with infinite positions, this is the perfect chair in which to read, watch TV, nurse a baby, or sleep. And yes, the recliner function includes a powered leg rest.

What could be better:

The Catnapper Boyd is built around a strong steel frame, so together with its tough leather upholstery and individual pocket spring cushioning, it should last a very long time. Unfortunately, this is what makes it a pain to break in. Just like a new mattress, the memory gel pads and pocketed springs require some time to get used to. The recliner position can feel hard instead of that “sinking” feeling you would expect from a plush-padded chair. That is not a deal-breaker, though a few extra inches of soft cushioning couldn’t hurt.

The Right Power Lift recliner is a prime option for seniors as it can help them stand up or line down smoothly. The massage recliner packs a punch with numerous comforting features, a durable steel frame, and an electric power lift mechanism. Its design is attractive, and its soft brown microfiber can blend with any décor style in the bedroom, living room, or office. Plus, the fabric is treated to prevent pilling and felting and is incredibly easy to clean.

The chair is our best massage recliner pick because of its versatility and ease of use. The control button on its arm transitions it between reclining, lifting, and sitting easily, and it can quickly stop at any in-between position you desire.

Just like the Maxxprime and Catniper power lift recliners, the Esright power lift chair is best suited for the elderly and anyone with reduced mobility. Its 8-point vibration massage system, 5 vibration modes, and 2 vibration intensity levels bring relief to sore muscles. Moreover, its backrest is heated to provide even more relaxation and pain relief. You also get added convenience with the integrated USB charging panels and 2 side pockets where you can keep your snacks or personal effects.

Why are we impressed?
• We found the chair's durable and soft microfiber upholstery incredibly appealing. We also loved how easy it is to assemble and its multiple comforting and convenient features.

What negatives must you be aware of?
• We thought the chair's headrest could be more padded. Plus, we noticed the chair is not suitable for tall users. Only 5'9" tall people can fit on it, and it doesn't recline all the way flat for sleeping in a flat position.

Tall people have a hard time finding a recliner chair that suits their height perfectly. The Signature Design by Ashley Ludden Ultra Plush Manual Rocker Recliner is a perfectly big and tall chair that can accommodate virtually all human body sizes. Its fully reclined length is 70 inches, which is plenty of room to sprawl on.

The chair boasts an ultra-plush upholstery with a handsome texture that looks and feels great. It comes in three different colors, so you can pick one that will be easy to integrate into your aesthetics. Its divided bustle design and puckered stitching also give it a touch of style. Further, the recliner chair offers unmatched deep-cushioned comfort with high-resilience foam cushions. With an effortless one-pull motion you will be able to ease back into the chair and relax.

Besides its stylish design and plush upholstery, the Signature Design by Ashley Ludden Ultra Plush Manual Rocker Recliner has more notable details in its build. Its frame features corners that are glued, blocked and stapled. Its cushion cores are made with low-melt fiber which is wrapped over high-quality foam. The chair requires some assembly but it is nothing complicated as the installation instructions included are pretty straightforward.

What makes it special?
• We liked that the chair has ample space for sprawling even in its fully reclined position. We also loved its high-quality build and the premium comfort its build materials offers.

What cons did we find?
• We noticed the chair has some smell, probably from one of its construction materials that may take some time to fade away completely.

The Mecor Power Lift recliner is a top-rated product, so our 9.2 rating is purely for objective reasons. Unlike most of the others on our list, it isn’t padded as generously as we might have liked. That doesn’t mean that it isn’t comfortable – on the contrary, it is one of the most feature-rich lay-flat recliner chairs we reviewed. It is a dual motor recliner with independently powered back and foot rests, stand-up power assist functionality, vibrating massage, and. heating.

The Mecor Power Recliner is the kind of chair that would be just as useful in a care home as it would be in a typical living room. It is a very versatile and modern piece of furniture, and we find that it is one of the best lay flat contemporary recliners around. Functionally, it comes with a heating function and 8 vibrating nodes to massage various points in the body such as the lumbar, thighs, back, and legs.

What we liked:

With all these premium features, the one thing that immediately stands out is that the Mecor Power Recliner offers incredible value for money. With its price, it compares favorably to many others that cost well over $1,000. It’s not just about the massage functions – the chair also offers dual motor recline and power lift functions with independent footrest and backrest adjustment. In terms of design, we liked that it has a sturdy metal and metal board frame upholstered with surprisingly good quality PU leather.

What could be better:

The one thing that peeved us out with this chair is the upholstery. It is padded as well as it should, even though we concede that it is meant to be a different, more contemporary design compared to the plush models on this list. This is not an easy chair to take long naps in, especially because the back has no lumbar support. You will need a separate lumbar cushion to avoid back pain and discomfort, which is why we only gave this chair a 9.2 in spite of its amazing features.

The Maxxprime recliner and massage chair is highly underrated, yet it has some of the best features on our list. It has the same amazing OKIN motors that made the Irene House our top pic, but it also has unique heating and vibrating massage functions. It even has the same dual motors that enable independent adjustment of the backrest and footrest independently when you want to watch TV, read, or simply relax.

Like the previous option, the Maxxprime Power Lift Recliner chair is also best suited to users who are either elderly or have reduced mobility. While the lift function is firm and gentle, it is designed to be slow to give the user enough time to get steady on their feet; anyone else would be frustrated by the slow speed. Another reason for this is that this chair is quite short, so anyone shorter than 5’8” will have to deal with their feet hanging off the edge.

What we liked:

We did love that this chair has vibration and heating features. Anyone who experiences chronic pain from conditions such as arthritis will find it a lifesaver. It’s not a proper massage chair, but it is a significant help. Add to that the accurate and smooth controls of the OKIN dual motors and power lift assist and you have the perfect recliner for seniors.

What could be better:

Aside from the fact that this chair is on the short side, we really didn’t like the PU leather material. It looks good and is easy to clean, but in our experience, it to be sweaty and doesn’t age well. We prefer genuine leather or soft fabric, or top-quality PU leather at the very least. Note to Maxxprime: if you could design the footrest to be extensible, you could make the chair perfect for tall and big people, given that the chair is already rated for 330 pounds.