BBy Bikram Nath·Researched from UK Amazon listings·Updated 2026-10-16·6 products compared
What are the best storage ottomans to buy in the UK?
Our top pick for Storage Ottomans in the UK is the SONGMICS Foldable Tufted Ottoman Storage Box, 131L.
The SONGMICS Foldable Tufted Ottoman Storage Box suits buyers who want the most stated storage on this page: 131L with a removable divider in a 110x38x38cm box rated to 300kg, per the listing.
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The SONGMICS Foldable Tufted Ottoman Storage Box is our top pick of storage ottomans because its listing states 131L of storage with a removable divider, a 110x38x38cm size, a thickened MDF frame with metal corner protectors and a 300kg load capacity. For a 76cm box, the CROWNSHOP lists 110L and a P2 MDF frame rated to a static load of 250 kg; for stated material standards, the Bonlife names 30mm UKFR-standard foam and an E1 MDF frame made from FSC-certified wood; and for a soft close lid, the Amazon Basics lists one with a child-safety hinge that it says prevents the lid from slamming shut.
This guide compares six storage ottomans from SONGMICS, Bonlife, CROWNSHOP, Dripex and Amazon Basics on what each listing states: capacity, size, maximum load, frame, upholstery and assembly. Of the five listings that give a capacity, figures run from 80L (Dripex) to 131L (SONGMICS).
Buying guide
What should you look for in Storage Ottomans?
1Capacity: SONGMICS states 131L for its tufted box and 112 L for its PVC leather box, Bonlife 120L, CROWNSHOP 110L and Dripex 80L. The Amazon Basics listing gives no capacity.
2Size: the SONGMICS tufted box is 110x38x38cm and the PVC leather box 110 x 38 x 40 cm; Bonlife gives 110cm and CROWNSHOP 76cm x 38cm x 38cm. Dripex gives 76 x 38 x 38 cm in its title and 38D x 110W x 38H cm in its product details, and Amazon Basics 42 x 91 x 43 cm in its title and 42 x 90 x 43 cm in its feature list.
3Maximum load: both SONGMICS listings state 300kg, CROWNSHOP a static load of up to 250 kg, Dripex 210kg and Bonlife a static load of up to 200kg. The Amazon Basics listing states no load.
4Frame and upholstery: SONGMICS uses thickened MDF with metal corner protectors under linenette fabric (tufted box) and a 9 mm MDF top and base with reinforced corner braces under PVC leather (PVC box); Bonlife E1 MDF from FSC-certified wood with 30mm UKFR-standard foam; CROWNSHOP P2 MDF with a padded seat; Dripex thick MDF with linen fabric and sponge padding; Amazon Basics a hard wood frame with beige fabric upholstery.
5Assembly and lid: the five folding models say they set up in seconds and fold or collapse when not in use; the Amazon Basics needs no assembly and has a soft close lid with a child-safety hinge. The two SONGMICS listings and the Bonlife, CROWNSHOP and Amazon Basics listings state no warranty term.
Our process
How do we choose our picks?
We don’t lab-test products ourselves. Instead we synthesise current Amazon UK listings and published specs into clear, honest recommendations. We earn a commission if you buy through our links, but that never changes which products we rank.
Current UK availability
We check each pick against live Amazon UK catalogue data rather than last year’s model lists. Stock moves fast, so a listing can sell out after we publish.
Published specs
We compare manufacturer specifications so each pick is right for a real budget and use-case.
UK-specific fit
We factor in UK voltage and plug/fitting standards — details that generic global lists miss.
The SONGMICS Foldable Tufted Ottoman Storage Box suits buyers who want the most stated storage on this page: 131L with a removable divider in a 110x38x38cm box rated to 300kg, per the listing.
The Bonlife Folding Ottoman Storage Bench suits buyers who want stated material standards: UKFR-standard foam and an E1 MDF frame from FSC-certified wood, with 120L of storage and a 200kg static load, per the listing.
Capacity
120L
Size
110cm; the listing's product details give 110D x 38W x 38H cm
Max Load
200kg static load
Frame
E1 MDF made from FSC-certified sustainable wood
Upholstery
30mm thick UKFR-standard high-resilience foam
Assembly
Tool-free; folds flat
What we like
+Foam stated as 30mm thick and UKFR-standard
+E1 MDF frame made from FSC-certified sustainable wood, per the listing
+120L storage compartment
+Assembles without tools and folds flat to store in a cupboard, per the listing
Worth noting
–Static load of up to 200kg, the lowest stated load on this page
–The listing states no warranty term and does not mention a divider
£42.99£49.99−14%Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 07:00 (London time). Details
SONGMICS Folding Storage Ottoman with Lid, 110 x 38 x 40 cm, PVC Leather
The SONGMICS Folding Storage Ottoman with Lid suits buyers who want organised storage and a surface the listing calls easy to clean: a removable divider and 2 storage baskets in a 112 L box rated to 300 kg.
Capacity
112 L
Size
110 x 38 x 40 cm
Max Load
300 kg
Frame
9 mm thick MDF top and base with reinforced corner braces
Upholstery
Water-resistant PVC leather surface with sponge padding
Assembly
No tools; sets up in a few seconds; folds flat
Inside
Removable divider and 2 storage baskets
What we like
+Removable divider and 2 storage baskets, per the listing
+Water-resistant PVC leather surface that the listing says is easy to clean
+Supports up to 300 kg, with 9 mm thick MDF top and base and reinforced corner braces
+Sets up in a few seconds without tools and folds flat, per the listing
Worth noting
–The listing states no warranty term
–The listing gives no padding thickness
£32.29£37.99−15%Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 07:00 (London time). Details
CROWNSHOP Folding Ottoman Storage Bench with Lid, 76cm, Grey
The CROWNSHOP Folding Ottoman Storage Bench suits buyers who want a 76cm box: 110L of storage and a P2 MDF frame rated to a static load of 250 kg, per the listing.
Capacity
110L
Size
76cm x 38cm x 38cm
Max Load
250 kg static load
Frame
P2 MDF
Upholstery
Padded seat
Assembly
No tools; sets up in seconds; folds up
What we like
+110L of storage in a 76cm x 38cm x 38cm box, per the listing
+P2 MDF frame rated for a static load of up to 250 kg
+No tools needed, and it folds up to store in a cabinet, per the listing
Worth noting
–The listing states no warranty term
–The listing names no fabric and gives no padding thickness
£16.99Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 07:00 (London time). Details
Dripex Large Folding Storage Ottoman Box, 80L, Grey Linen
The Dripex Large Folding Storage Ottoman Box suits buyers who want a folding box with a stated 210kg load and 80L of storage; its title and product details give different sizes.
Capacity
80L
Size
76 x 38 x 38 cm in the title; 38D x 110W x 38H cm in the product details
Max Load
210kg / 460lbs
Frame
Thick MDF
Upholstery
Linen fabric with high density sponge padding
Assembly
Comes flat packed; takes seconds to assemble; collapsible
What we like
+Maximum weight capacity of 210kg / 460lbs, per the listing
+Thick MDF with linen fabric and sponge padding
+Comes flat packed, takes seconds to assemble and collapses when not in use, per the listing
Worth noting
–The listing gives two different sizes: 76 x 38 x 38 cm in the title and 38D x 110W x 38H cm in its product details
–80L capacity, the smallest stated on this page
£18.56£22.99−19%Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 07:00 (London time). Details
The Amazon Basics Upholstered Rectangular Storage Ottoman suits buyers who want a ready-to-use bench with a soft close lid: the listing names a hard wood frame and a child-safety hinge that it says prevents the lid from slamming shut, but no capacity or load.
Size
42 x 91 x 43 cm (W x D x H) in the title; 42 x 90 x 43 cm (LxWxH) in the feature list
Frame
Hard wood frame with sturdy plastic feet
Upholstery
Beige polyester fabric
Assembly
No assembly required
Lid
Soft close with child-safety hinge
What we like
+Soft close lid with a child-safety hinge that the listing says prevents the lid from slamming shut
+No assembly required, per the listing
+Hard wood frame on sturdy plastic feet
Worth noting
–The listing states no capacity in litres and no maximum load
–The listing states no warranty term
£70.35Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 07:00 (London time). Details
Product prices and availability are accurate as of 17 Oct, 07:00 (London time) and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
Editor's Note
Five of the six listings give a capacity in litres and a maximum load; the Amazon Basics gives neither. Bonlife's is the only listing here that names a foam standard (UKFR) or a wood certification (FSC). Two listings give their size two ways: Dripex (76 x 38 x 38 cm in its title, 38D x 110W x 38H cm in its product details) and Amazon Basics (91 or 90 cm).
Our Take
As a default, the SONGMICS Foldable Tufted Ottoman Storage Box: 131L with a removable divider in a 110x38x38cm box rated to 300kg, all on the listing. For a 76cm box, the CROWNSHOP lists 110L and a 250 kg static load; for a soft close lid, the Amazon Basics lists one with a child-safety hinge and needs no assembly.
Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions
How much can a storage ottoman hold?
Five listings give a capacity: 131L for the SONGMICS tufted box, 120L for the Bonlife, 112 L for the SONGMICS PVC leather box, 110L for the CROWNSHOP and 80L for the Dripex. The Amazon Basics listing gives no capacity in litres.
How much weight can a storage ottoman take?
Both SONGMICS listings state 300kg, CROWNSHOP a static load of up to 250 kg, Dripex 210kg and Bonlife a static load of up to 200kg. SONGMICS says its 131L box seats two adults, and CROWNSHOP and Bonlife describe their loads as enough for two adults. The Amazon Basics listing states no load.
What size are these storage ottomans?
The SONGMICS tufted box is 110x38x38cm and the SONGMICS PVC leather box 110 x 38 x 40 cm; Bonlife gives 110cm and CROWNSHOP 76cm x 38cm x 38cm. Dripex gives 76 x 38 x 38 cm in its title and 38D x 110W x 38H cm in its product details, and Amazon Basics 42 x 91 x 43 cm in its title and 42 x 90 x 43 cm in its feature list.
Do folding storage ottomans need tools to assemble?
CROWNSHOP, Bonlife and the SONGMICS PVC leather box say they set up without tools; the SONGMICS tufted box says it sets up in seconds, and Dripex that it comes flat packed and takes seconds to assemble. The Amazon Basics needs no assembly.
What can a storage ottoman be used for?
The listings name several uses: CROWNSHOP an extra seat, footrest, coffee table, footstool or toy box; the SONGMICS tufted box a shoe storage bench in the hallway, a footstool, a coffee table or pet steps; Bonlife an extra seat, footrest, coffee table, chest box or end-of-bench stool; and Amazon Basics extra storage and seating for an entryway, living room, family room or bedroom.
What are storage ottoman frames made of?
The folding models here use MDF: thickened MDF with metal corner protectors (SONGMICS tufted box), a 9 mm thick MDF top and base with reinforced corner braces (SONGMICS PVC leather box), E1 MDF from FSC-certified wood (Bonlife), P2 MDF (CROWNSHOP) and thick MDF (Dripex). The Amazon Basics has a hard wood frame with plastic feet.
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