Best Man Cave Bean Bags: Comfort at the Right Price

What’s the best thing to relax into after work? A bean bag, obviously! And it’s just the sort of thing you need for your man cave. Gone are the days of chairs and sofas. What you need is something big and soft to sink into, not a stiff, hard chair. 

When we decided to review the top bean bags, we thought a sports theme would be the way to go. That would be a perfect match for a games room, right? But we quickly found that those were either for kids, or just terribly made. So, because there’s no way we would suggest anything we wouldn’t want ourselves, we searched far and wide for large, comfortable bean bags instead. Something we wouldn’t mind sinking into for hours while we get in a few games of COD. Not to forget a beer by your side.

Beanbags vs Sofas

Why would you need a bean bag? Aren’t they a little childish? Our team at Man Cave Advisor doesn’t think so. Most of us did have them as kids, but bean bags certainly don’t have an age limit. They are perfect for either yourself, or a friend when he comes around for the game. We also believe that you should have at least one for those times where a sofa just doesn’t cut it. There are times of course when a soft recliner offers a more comfortable seat, even if you can’t move it around very easily. 

The Sofa Dilemma: Sofa’s are expensive, heavy, and hard to move by yourself. In addition, while sofas can be comfortable, it’s only if you’re sitting completely upright or getting a stiff neck from lying against the armrest. We know from experience how uncomfortable they can be, and the struggle to find a position that we can be in for a while.

Another problem is when your buddies come around. A sofa can only sit a few people, so they aren’t ideal for when you have a larger group come around.

The Beanbag Solution: Bean bags are a more comfortable option. They are also portable, light and easily mold-able. They can also be machine washed, so if you ever spill your beer on it there’s no need to worry! The washing machine will fix that up. No need to grab the sponge and saturate it through with water. A beanbag is often cheaper to buy and a perfect fit for a man cave. 

Bean bags are also easy to grab from storage when you need them. Especially when you’re having a games night and have a few people to seat. They’re easy to set up and your friends will appreciate having one to themselves.

Our Reviews

We have reviewed many of the top beanbags in order to sort out the winners from the junk. We sifted through them with a fine-comb and the best that met our criteria for the following:

• Comfortable
• Adult Sized
• Good Reviews
• Value For Money

We have also included a BONUS review, which may not have met all the criteria but was definitely worthy of our list!

This is our favorite! It is perfectly suited to two people, a larger guy, or someone who just wants the best in comfort. It is the more expensive option of the three, but you get what you pay for. And you get a lot with the Ultimate Sack 6000!

 
Pros

• Large size
• Includes a footstool for added comfort
• Filled with soft memory foam
• Machine washable

Cons

• May be too big if you have a small space
• Needs to be ‘fluffed up’ one a week to keep its shape
• Expensive

Verdict

This is a great bean bag for anyone who just want to sink into comfort. It is filled with memory foam so will be very soft to sit in, however you may need to top up the beans occasionally, when they start to go flat. It’s perfect for a larger man cave.

 

The Big Joe Cube with Ottoman bean bag is second on our list because of its structure. It is shaped more like a typical armchair but has the added comfort of the beans and a foot stool as well. In addition, the price is good, and its size makes it perfect for any sized man cave.

 
Pros

• Has a very comfortable feel, especially with the stable back and armrests (It isn’t a typical beanbag shape and instead has the structure of an armchair)
• Good value
• Includes a foot stool
• Lightweight
• Soft material

Cons

• Will sink with time – Buy at least one bag of beans with it
• Can be on the small side. A larger man may find it too small
• May begin to sag if not properly filled, so make sure the beans are packed well

Verdict

This is a comfortable, snug bean bag armchair. It has structured sides and a back, so it is easy to remain upright while giving the softness of a traditional bean bag. 

 

The Big Joe Roma Smartmax is our third favorite because of the fact the back may lose its structure over time. But it makes for a perfect bean bag if it’s sitting in the corner of your room. The cover is soft and comfortable enough to spend the hours relaxing or gaming. 

 
Pros

• Comfortable
• Structured back
• Double stitched and has double zippers 
• Good value

Cons

• May lose its structure over time. Best suited with back support, like a corner or wall
• May prove too short for a taller man

Verdict

It’s good value for money and suited to any space. But be aware that the back may not hold and could become flat unless propped against a wall. Still, it is a comfortable, soft beanbag perfect for watching the sport’s channel on TV or playing games.

 

The Chill Sack Bean Bag Chair also creeps into out list because it’s a large bean bag chair that will fit most guys and is available in a huge range of colors so it’ll fit into any man cave decor.

 
Pros

• Comfortable
• Oversized
• Many Colors Available
• Made in USA

Cons

• Expensive

Verdict

It’s a good quality bean bag that can definitely fit into your decor so if you plan on leaving this bean bag out permanently then it won’t look out of place.

 

BONUS Review – just for a bit of fun!

If you want a conversation starter in your man cave, the Hamburger Beanbag will certainly do that. Plant a few of these in front of your TV and your friends will think they’re in a burger joint!

 
Pros

• Large size
• Good quality print
• just plain fun!

Cons

• Thin material
• Not very soft

Verdict

While it might not be perfect for sitting on for a long time, your mates won’t be able to help thinking it’s the coolest bean bag they’ve ever seen. While slightly overpriced for what it is, it’s a novelty that would suit any man cave!

Final Thoughts

Bean bags are great alternatives to chairs or sofas. They’re lightweight, comfortable and just nice to sit into. While there are sports themed beanbags and other novelty products out there, you can’t beat comfort. What’s the point of having something you won’t enjoy sitting on, anyway? The top three we have reviewed for you are not only comfortable but will create a room that exudes relaxation and fun. No more plain sofas…get yourself a beanbag instead!