Quick answer
Choose the Sudbury Garden Sun Lounger for dedicated sunbathing and relaxation, or the Harmen Outdoor Chair for flexible, space-saving seating that works for dining or lounging.
Why the choice matters
The right outdoor seat can transform how you use your garden. A sun lounger is built for lying down and soaking up rays, while an armchair is better for sitting upright, dining, or reading. Your decision should hinge on whether you want a dedicated relaxation station or a versatile chair that can move around.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Use case: The Sudbury lounger is a dedicated reclined seat for sunbathing. The Harmen chair is a low, upright seat that works for dining or lounging. Lounger for lying down; armchair for sitting up.
- Weather resilience: The Sudbury's galvanised steel handles all weather without cover. The Harmen's pine and rope need winter storage. Lounger: leave out all year. Armchair: store when not in season.
- Space & portability: The Harmen folds flat for storage. The Sudbury is a fixed two-piece set (lounger + footstool). Harmen suits small spaces; Sudbury needs a permanent spot.
- Comfort extras: Pair the Sudbury with matching outdoor cushions. Pair the Harmen with the Harmen Outdoor Stool and Head Pillow. Both can be accessorised for extra comfort.
At a glance: the two contenders
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Sudbury Garden Sun Lounger: Handmade from hot-dipped galvanised steel at a small British workshop; can withstand wind, rain and shine, requiring no covering up. This sun lounger is built to stay outside year-round with zero maintenance, ideal for permanent placement in a sunny corner.
Sudbury Garden Sun Lounger
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Harmen Outdoor Chair, Black Oiled: Crafted from pine with textured rope fastenings; folds down flat for winter months. The folding design lets you store the chair away when not in use, perfect for smaller gardens or covered patios.
Harmen Outdoor Chair, Black Oiled
Which one fits you?
Best for
- Permanent sunbathing spot with no maintenance – choose the Sudbury Garden Sun Lounger
- Flexible seating that can be stored away – choose the Harmen Outdoor Chair
Not for
- If you need a chair for dining or upright sitting, the Sudbury lounger is not suitable
- If you want a zero-maintenance piece that stays out all winter, the Harmen chair is not ideal