SONGMICS vs. Sorbus: Which Storage Ottoman Style Fits Your Room?
Both hide storage inside a bench-style ottoman, but the materials and finish couldn't be more different — one is a hydraulic-lift bench built for durability, the other is a tufted velvet piece built for a softer look.
Quick Verdict
Choose the SONGMICS ottoman for a bedroom or entryway that gets heavy daily use and benefits from its hydraulic-assisted lid. Choose the Sorbus ottoman for a living room where a softer, more upholstered look matters more than heavy-duty seating.
Key Differences
- Lid mechanism: SONGMICS uses hydraulic assistance for easy one-handed opening; Sorbus uses a fully removable lid
- Material: SONGMICS uses fabric with solid wood legs; Sorbus uses tufted velvet-linen upholstery throughout
- Look: SONGMICS reads more utilitarian and bench-like; Sorbus reads softer and more like traditional furniture
- Weight rating: SONGMICS is explicitly rated to 660 lbs seated; Sorbus doesn't post an equivalent published rating
Feature Comparison
| Spec | SONGMICS | Sorbus |
|---|---|---|
| Weight Capacity | 660 lbs (seated) | — |
| Lid Mechanism | Hydraulic-assisted | — |
| Legs | Solid wood | — |
| Use | Bench seating + hidden storage | Seating, coffee table, or storage |
| Material | — | Tufted velvet-linen |
| Lid | — | Removable, full access |
SONGMICS
- Holds up to 660 lbs
- Hydraulic-assisted lid
- Solid wood legs
- Minor assembly is required — the wood legs attach to a pre-built body
- Fabric upholstery shows wear differently than leather over years of use as a footrest
- Needs a few feet of clear floor space at the foot of a bed or in an entryway — measure before buying
Sorbus
- Tufted button detailing
- Removable lid for full access
- Neutral fabric matches most decor
- Fabric upholstery needs more careful spot-cleaning than a wipeable surface
- A fully removable lid (versus hinged) means it can't rest half-open while reaching inside
- Tufted button detailing can loosen slightly after years of heavy use as a seat
Best For: SONGMICS
A bedroom or entryway bench that needs a heavy-duty, easy-open storage seat.
Best For: Sorbus
A living room that wants a softer, more upholstered ottoman look alongside functional storage.
Value Considerations
The SONGMICS piece leans toward function with its published weight rating and hydraulic lid; the Sorbus piece leans toward aesthetics with tufted upholstery — pick based on which matters more in the room it's going.
Final Recommendation
For heavy daily use and easy access, go with the hydraulic-lift SONGMICS bench. For a living room accent piece where look matters as much as function, the tufted Sorbus ottoman fits better.
FAQ
Which is easier to clean?
The SONGMICS fabric surface is generally easier to wipe down than the Sorbus tufted velvet, which needs more careful spot-cleaning around the button details.
Can either be used as a coffee table?
Both work as a soft coffee table substitute with a tray on top, though neither has a hard, flat surface like a traditional wood coffee table.