Hanging egg chairs are among the most versatile and stylish garden furniture pieces, suitable for balconies, small patios or larger gardens. Combining the appeal of a suspended hammock with a comfortable chair, they offer gentle rocking and a cocoon-like feel for reading, meditating or socialising.
Made from synthetic rattan suspended by a chain on a metal frame, these chairs are designed to withstand UK weather. Dunelm's Singapore hanging egg chair tops the list with its three-quarter circle base, elongated cocoon shape and spacious seat. Its plush cushion offers good arm support, though it is not machine washable and takes time to dry after rain.
Wilko's Sophia double egg chair is the best budget double option, featuring a white rattan seat on a black metal frame with two cushions. While sturdy and roomy for families, the cushions are flimsy and may become uncomfortable if body parts slip onto the frame.
Barker and Stonehouse's Castello egg chair offers a chic rounded bauble shape with grey-on-silver styling. It swings beautifully, but the wicker is less tightly woven, making cushions prone to getting wet. The cushions are UV-resistant but not weatherproof and can become waterlogged.
Garden Trading's Frilford teardrop-shaped chair provides an ultra-plush seating experience with built-in armrests and a substantial head cushion. Its aluminium base is rust-free and UV-resistant, but cushions should not be left outside year-round. Zip-off covers allow easy spot cleaning.
