This $54 Patio Set Is “Unbeatable” for the Price, According to Amazon Shoppers

Outdoor furniture, I’ve come to learn since getting an apartment with a balcony, is often surprisingly expensive. When I first set out to find a patio set, I had a few requirements, principle among them durability and an under-$200 price tag. Ideally, it would look cute, too. None of those are big asks, right? Wrong. It ended up taking weeks to land on the perfect set. Sturdiness and style weren’t so hard to come by, but a reasonable price sure was.

That’s why I shout it from the rooftops when I spot an especially good outdoor furniture deal. I rarely see sets going for under $80 — and I consider $80 to be a really fair price — and when I have, the reviews aren’t all that stellar. However, I just stumbled across a simple, modern, and small-space-friendly set with overwhelmingly positive feedback from Amazon shoppers. One of them says its quality is “unbeatable” for the price, and I couldn’t have said it better myself.

Just by looking at it, I would guess that this bistro set costs double its price. First, there are the synthetic rattan seats of the chairs, which are woven around a sturdy steel frame. It’s a classic choice of material that’ll never go out of style, but more importantly, polyethylene rattan is waterproof and fade-resistant and built to withstand the elements. The open arms and legs give it a light profile, keeping it from overwhelming a small space.

According to shoppers, you don’t have to stress too much about the pieces holding up when it rains or snows. After nearly a year on their balcony, one reviewer confirms that it “still looks great and has no visible wear and tear,” while another says it “dries fast.”

In the case of the beige cushions, which contrast nicely with the black rattan and metal, they have zippered covers. You can either stow them away when you aren’t using them to prolong their life, or toss them in the washing machine. While you sit comfortably on the high-density sponge, you can also place your drink on the small, glass-and-steel side table. Or you can add a lamp and some outdoor decor to jazz things up.

Average Rating: 4.5/5

“The size was perfect for the area I staged these in. Great value for the money and was easy to assemble. The cushions have held up very well.” —Melissa Jones

“These are great for the price, easy to assemble, and sturdy. I love that the table has a glass top. They look more expensive than they are.” —Allison

“Love it! Cheap, and it dries fast after a rain. Was super easy to put together!” —Love It!

One shopper says it was so easy to set up that they had their 12-year-old daughter build it, so you’ll surely be able to take advantage of the good weather in no time. The result is a comfortable patio set that’s versatile in its size and look, all while not breaking the bank. I just wish I’d spotted this when I was furnishing my balcony!

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