An afternoon spent in the springtime sun, flipping through a good book is one of life’s most simple pleasures. Where is the best place to do this? In the gentle rock of a swing chair, of course.
Swinging through a handful of core designs, you’ll most often position said chair on the patio or at the bottom of garden if you’re feeling particularly idyllic.
You might enjoy the classicality of the swing bench with a canopy, the naturality of a hammock chair, or the novelty of the hanging egg chair. Whatever your seat of choice, you’re almost certain to max-relax when in one of the following swings.
What are the best outdoor swinging chairs in 2024?
Read on to find out our top picks of the best outdoor swing chairs in Australia to invest in this spring. Hello, arvo alfresco naps.
Rivers 2-seat hardwood swing with canopy and cushion, $669, Temple & Webster
This swing seat for two features a cushion and a canopy to make all your chats out in the garden all the more comfy.
Key features:
- Natural resistance to decay and insects as made from Shorea wood
- Removable and washable canopy
Milano outdoor steel swing chair in Coffee, $229.95 ($399), Myer
Available in three chic shades, this three-seater steel swing would be pulled together even more so with a couple of weatherproof throw cushions.
Key features:
- Waterproof and UV-resistant canopy
- A-frame design
- Steel and fabric construction
Esright outdoor patio swing chair with canopy, $1098.21, Amazon
With over 2400 five-star reviews on Amazon, it’d be hard to go wrong with this sleek patio swing. In a black colourway, it’d fit into most alfresco decors seamlessly – particularly contemporary ones.
Key features:
- Heavy-duty construction supporting up to 204kg
- Adjustable canopy to shelter from sun and rain
- Anti-skid feet pads
Rivers 3-seater swing sofa bed with canopy, $1299, Temple & Webster
What could be possibly be more relaxing than lounging on an outdoor swing? Lying on an outdoor swing. This model converts into a sofa bed – perfect for being lulled into a arvo snooze.
Key features:
- Easily adjustable
- Fully adjustable into an outdoor futon bed
- Removable fabric canopy
- Adjustable swing height
- Made from shorea wood
The best hammock swing chairs
Homgava rope hammock chair swing with cushion, $132.41, Amazon
For the bohemian household, this cotton rope hanging hammock adds coastal charm to any patio – or even living room.
Key features:
- Seats two people
- Available in beige, black and grey
- Easy to install
- Made from cotton
Gardeon hammock swing chair, $50.95 (usually $66.95), Myer
A perfect reading nook of sorts, this boho hammock swing chair brings light into a space, as well a suspended place to muse.
Key features:
- Supports up to 120kg
- Handmade tassels
- Firm structure
- Durable and soft fabric
- Suitable for both indoors and outdoors
The best hanging egg chair
Koko black wicker outdoor hanging egg chair, $915 (usually $960), Interior Secrets
A silhouette like its name, this hanging egg chair is cosily shaped for outdoor luxuriating.
Key features:
- Supports up to 120kg
- Supportive aluminium framework in a black powder coated finish
- Durable artificial wicker with a resin finish
- Water and mildew-resistant cushion cover
- Can bear up to 120kg at ease
What is the name of an outdoor swing chair?
Somewhat of an umbrella term for its different variations, an outdoor swing chair can be called by many names depending on its specific design and features. Some of the most common names also include porch swing, hammock swing chair, hanging egg chair, hanging basket chair, swing bench and canopy swing. Each have distinct features but can all still be called an outdoor swing chair at the end of the day.
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