CordaRoy’s is a bean bag chair that converts into a bed, although it isn’t quite a traditional bean bag or a traditional bed. I paid $300 for the full-size model and tested it as a chair, slept on it overnight, and compared it with my Moon Pod to see how well it handles both jobs.
Where to Purchase
I bought my CordaRoy’s on Amazon for $300 at this listing. I picked up the full. They also offer several color options, as well as Queen and King sizes for about $400 and $450, respectively.
Unboxing and Setup
CordaRoy’s appeared on Shark Tank in 2013 and landed a deal with Lori. The idea is simple: a foam-filled bed folds into an outer cover to become a chair. Remove the cover, spread out the inner cushion, and you have a place to sleep.
My first impression out of the package wasn’t particularly comfortable. The cushion was flat, but the instructions say to give it three to five days to decompress. There are also steps you can take to help break up the foam and speed up that process.
I ended up waiting eight days before my first real test, so I definitely gave it enough time. I also worked on breaking up the foam inside. When I opened the inner cushion to take a look, I found shredded foam in different colors and sizes, including some fairly large chunks. Be careful opening that compartment, because the foam can fall out and make a mess.
How Comfortable Is It as a Bed?
I tried the bed before putting it into the chair cover. I fit on it, and I wasn’t touching the floor, but it felt noticeably lumpy. I could also feel myself sinking toward the center. It wasn’t completely uncomfortable, but it didn’t feel much like an actual mattress.
Bailey, my golden retriever, was initially unsure about climbing onto it, but once she got comfortable, she didn’t seem particularly interested in giving it back. At least one member of the household was sold on it early.
For my overnight test, I put a comforter underneath me and a blanket on top. I didn’t want to sleep directly on the inner cushion, since that is the part containing the loose foam. At first, I felt like I was rolling off, so I tried to stay near the center.
After sleeping on it, I found that the lumpiness became less noticeable as the foam compressed. The tradeoff was that it started feeling harder than I expected. I could see it working as a crash pad for an overnight guest or a kid’s friend, but I can’t imagine using it regularly in place of a bed. It’s better than sleeping on the floor, but that is a fairly low bar.
Using It as a Chair
Getting the cushion into the cover by myself took some effort. I had seen a demonstration of one person doing it, so I knew it was possible, but I got sweaty enough during the conversion that I had to change my shirt.
Once it was assembled, my first reaction was much more positive. As a chair, CordaRoy’s is soft, comfortable, and pretty big. I ate lunch in it while watching TV, which gave me a better sense of how it feels during normal use.
The main drawback is the lack of back support. I wanted more of a back to lean against, and this model didn’t really give me that. You can lean way back or sit lower in the cushion, but neither position felt like having a proper chair back.
This is the full-size model, which is the smallest adult option. There are two larger sizes, but I didn’t want something that would take over my living room. Even this version puts you fairly low to the ground, so getting out of it is something to consider if you have knee or back problems.
CordaRoy’s vs. Moon Pod
I pulled out the Moon Pod I reviewed five years earlier for a side-by-side comparison. Both were $300 purchases, but they feel quite different. CordaRoy’s looks much bigger and feels considerably softer. The Moon Pod tends to flop over, although I can position myself in it to get more of a sensation of back support. It also puts me closer to the ground.
One ongoing annoyance with my Moon Pod is how much dog hair it shows. I lint-roll it regularly, and it still ends up covered in hair. CordaRoy’s may collect hair too, but it isn’t nearly as visible on this cover.
The Moon Pod doesn’t really need fluffing, while CordaRoy’s does need some attention to its shape. Even so, between the softer feel and the ability to convert it into a sleep pad, I would choose CordaRoy’s without hesitation.
What I Liked and What Could Be Better
The biggest positives are its softness as a chair and its versatility. I also liked the outer cover. It feels high quality, and I ran it through the wash without any problems. The bed function is useful in a pinch, but it isn’t the highlight. It can feel lumpy at first and harder once compressed. As a chair, the limited back support and low seating position are the main compromises.
Price is another consideration. I paid $300 for the smallest adult model, and the larger options cost more. That’s a substantial purchase for something that works better as casual seating than as an actual bed.
My Final Thoughts
Overall, I agree with the sentiment I saw in many Amazon reviews: CordaRoy’s is a better chair than it is a bed. The bed conversion adds usefulness, but I would buy it primarily for the chair and treat the sleeping surface as an occasional backup.
This wasn’t a sponsored review. I paid my own money, and I also don’t regret the purchase. I’ve used my Moon Pod as a utility chair for a while, but CordaRoy’s may end up taking its place.
Have you tried CordaRoy’s or the Moon Pod? Let me know how your experience compares in the comments below.
Video Review
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