When it comes to inexpensive chairs to lounge in, there are lots of choices.  Large department stores are full of cheap folding camp chairs, and there are a whole host of other choices.  The problem is that not all of these chairs are good for really relaxing in.  In times past, the bean bag chairs were wildly popular.  It seemed like they were pretty much a fixture in any kids’ or teenagers’ bedroom.  Times have changed though, and there are things like sphere chairs that offer more support and greater comfort than the bean bags.
The first reason why bean bags aren’t that great comfort-wise is because they lack any support structure whatsoever.   These chairs just sit limply on the ground, and the small “beans” that fill it just move around freely.  While they might be ok at first, after a while the weight of your body will push the beans away, and you will quickly find yourself sitting on the hard ground without much back support.  If you want to have any support on your neck or head, you pretty much have to lie down on the bean bag!
A much better option is a sphere chair.  While it shares some of the shape characteristics of a bean bag, this type of chair offers way more support.  The frame of the sphere chair ensures that your entire upper body gets the support it needs, and the larger models are big enough to really stretch out in for the ultimate lounge.  What sets sphere chairs apart from other chairs is the angle that they are tilted.  While most normal chairs give you nearly straight, 90 degree angle sitting, sphere chairs are designed to let you sit back and really relax. They are positioned so that you can rest your upper body, yet still sit upright enough to do things like reading a book, watching TV, or even using your laptop computer.
Finally, if you are concerned at all about how your chair is going to fit into your living room, it makes a lot more sense to get a sphere chair.  The reason why is because it looks a bit funny to have something like a bean bag chair sitting on the ground next to elevated furniture like sofas, loveseats, or recliners.  In addition, bean bags scream of a style that was popular in the 1980’s.  Putting a nice sphere chair in the living room will add a touch of style and color.  That said, it is important to note that there are plenty of ugly sphere chairs out there as well.  Cheap sphere chairs may be great for camping or the backyard, but if you are going to use it in the living room it is wise to get one that is a bit nicer.  While the cheap ones will only set you back $40 or so, expect to pay double this amount or more for a great looking microfiber sphere chair with a thick cushion.  Finally, the high end chairs are also referred to by other names, like the Papasan chair or Roundabout chair.

Looking for something that your child can relax in?  While there are all kinds of chairs and stools around, these usually aren’t that comfortable.  A better choice is to get a kids sphere chair.  The reasons for this are simple:  Kids play hard, and when it is time to sit back and take a rest, they need something they can truly relax into.  Sphere chairs are designed to support the head, neck, and back, which means your muscles can take a break.  The type of chair that you get will depend on a few things:  the child’s age, gender, weight, and interests.

The smallest sphere chairs are only big enough to hold very little kids, so if yours is about 4 years old or older, you might want to consider getting them a bigger one.  Sizes are different for many models, so make sure you check out how big it is before you buy.

Sphere Chairs for Boys

Sphere chairs for boys come in two types:  Those that have cool designs of cartoon characters and movies on them, and solid colored sphere chairs.  For the younger boys, beginning at age 2 or so, you can get them a little saucer chair, which is the same thing as a sphere chair.  Choose from popular characters like Diego (Dora’s friend), Disney Cars, WWE Wrestling, or the Pirates moon chair.  The little guys will enjoy the pictures, and these chairs are pretty small, so even if they climb around on them and fall off, they are still only inches off the ground.

For boys that are too old for small sphere chairs, you can get them an inexpensive solid-colored one.  Boys of this age tend to like brighter colors, so you might want to think about getting him a blue, or green chair instead of a brown sphere chair or something like that.

Sphere Chairs for Girls

The chairs that are made for girls are pretty much the same as the ones for boys, but the designs on them are different.  There are some great Disney saucer chairs that are very popular, such as the Disney Fairies saucer chair or the Disney Princess Saucer chair.  Other great ones for girls are the Dora saucer chair and the Bratz moon chair.  As for older girls and teenagers, the color that you choose will depend on their preferences.  Some girls would love a pink sphere chair, but others would rather have a darker color, perhaps a black sphere chair.

What is it about these round chairs that have captivated people around the world?  Sphere chairs are popular for a number of reasons.  First, anyone who has had the pleasure of slinking into one of these chairs knows how comfortable they are.  The second reason is because pretty much anybody can use them, from little toddlers to the elderly.  As for style, you can get them in any number of colors, or with cool designs on them for the kids.  Finally, a sphere chair can be folded up flat and taken with you wherever you go.  You might have heard them called by a different name, such as moon chairs or saucer chairs.  Regardless of how you call them, they are all the same type.  Here is what you need to know about these chairs.

Adult Sphere Chairs

Sphere chairs for adults are built to give you maxim comfort for relaxing, both indoors and outdoors.  Depending on where you are going to use it, you should choose a chair that is meant for this purpose.  Some of them are designed for indoor use, and these ones have thick, fluffy, cushions that you can really sink into.  This type may be luxuriously soft and great for indoor use, but if it gets rained on outdoors you might have some trouble drying it out and cleaning it.  Nevertheless, if you are going to use your chair inside few pieces of furniture can rival a soft microfiber sphere chair in comfort.

If you are going to use your sphere chair primarily outside, I highly recommend getting one that is made specifically for this.  These chairs might not be quite as comfortable as their indoor counterparts, but they dry quickly after getting soaked, are lightweight for easy portability, and are simple to clean.  If you are getting something to sit on when you are camping, at a picnic, or even just hanging out in your backyard, I highly recommend one of these sphere chairs.  By the way, if you were wondering if there is a weight limit to these chairs, the answer is yes.  Although different models vary a little bit, most adult sphere chairs can handle weights up to 250 pounds; although there are a few that can handle 300 pounds.  The reason why they can’t hold as much as normal chairs is because of the way they are designed.

As for the choice of colors, you can find them in a wide range that should suit everyone.  A teenage girl might love a pink sphere chair, but an adult might think a black sphere chair is more her style.  The colors aren’t the only options that you have either.  You can actually get a corduroy sphere chair, which has a corduroy-textured cushion that is very comfy.

The styles don’t stop at solid colors though.  There are some great designed sphere chairs for adults.  There is a whole line of logo sphere chairs, including the LSU sphere chair and pretty much every other college and NFL team’s design.

Kids Sphere Chairs

While the adult models may be great, a kids sphere chair is really cool.  The smallest ones are designed for toddlers who are two years old, and get bigger from there.  The best part about these little kiddie chairs is their cool designs.  You can find all of the most popular cartoon and kids’ movie characters on the chairs.  Some of the best ones are the Dora, Disney Princesses, Cars, Pirates, and the Camp Rock sphere chair.

If you are looking for a chair for an older child or teenager, they will probably like one with a bright solid color.  Popular sphere chairs for girls are red, pink, and purple.  A teenage boy might like an orange, green or brown sphere chair, depending on if they like bright or dark colors.