Kids know exactly what they want — and bean bag chairs are consistently near the top of the list. They're soft, moveable, fun to play with, and completely different from the hard, adult-scaled furniture that makes up most of a child's world. Here's why children love them, why parents appreciate them, and four specific products that are worth knowing about.
Why Do Kids Love Bean Bag Chairs?
When you see a child dive into a bean bag, you understand immediately. There's no equivalent moment with a conventional chair. Bean bags have no hard frame — no wood, no metal — so kids can play rough with them without anyone getting hurt. They're soft all the way around, like having a small soft-play area as furniture.
They're also lightweight enough for children to move around themselves, which matters a lot. Kids can drag them to where they want to sit, take them outside, or rearrange them for a game — without asking for help.
The movement of the beads inside is genuinely fascinating to young children, and the way the bag reshapes around their body is endlessly adjustable. Faux fur covers add a tactile dimension that conventional furniture can't replicate. For a rundown of all available styles, see our guide to bean bag types.
Why Do Parents Love Them Too?
Safety. Our kids' bean bags are made from non-toxic materials, comply with Australian Safety Standards, and feature childproof safety zippers that prevent children from accessing the filling. No sharp edges, no hard frames, no springs. For full safety guidance, see our bean bag safety tips.
Easy to clean. Covers are removable and machine washable. Kids can be messy — most spills wipe off, and when a deeper clean is needed the cover comes off and goes in the laundry. Many are made from water-resistant fabrics for exactly this reason.
Easy to store. Bean bags squash into corners, stack against walls, and tuck under beds. They fit awkward storage spaces that conventional furniture won't. When a child wants more floor space, a bean bag can be stored in seconds without anyone's help.
Versatile. A bean bag serves as a chair, a reading spot, a gaming seat, a nap surface, a prop for a fort, and occasionally a doorstop. Kids find uses for them that adults wouldn't think of. They work for play, study, meals, watching television, and gaming. Learn more about bean bag gaming setups for kids.
Good value. Kids are expensive. Bean bags are not. A quality kids' bean bag lasts for years, handles significant punishment thanks to double-stitched seams, and costs considerably less than conventional children's furniture.
The Products
Cabo Pool Float
Kids love water, and a pool bean bag lounger is a significant upgrade on a standard inflatable float. Pool bean bags float, don't require inflation, and are far more durable — there's no slow puncture, no flat float discovered the morning after a party. The fabric surface isn't slippery, and the bag is easy to climb on and off.
The Cabo Pool Float is made from solution-dyed acrylic fabric, which handles chlorine, saltwater, and UV exposure without fading. It drains easily, dries quickly, and the cover can be hand- or machine-washed. The 105cm x 135cm x 25cm float takes 200 litres of filling and comes with a one-year warranty. Always supervise children actively when using any pool equipment.
Coco Cotton
The Coco Cotton 60cm is the natural first bean bag for young children. A pure cotton canvas teardrop shape designed for children aged 2 to 5, it's available in red or aqua with white polka dots. It's comfortable, attractive, and sized so that small children can move it themselves. They look great in pairs or trios — better for playdates and rolling around together.
When a child is ready to size up, the Coco Cotton 80cm has the same design and colour scheme but slightly more room. The cotton canvas cover is a good choice for children sensitive to synthetic fabrics. Both versions have removable, machine-washable covers and long zippers for easy liner access. The 80cm version takes 200 litres of filling; the 60cm takes half that. Both come with a one-year warranty.
Coco Kids Chair
The Coco Kids Chair is a scaled-down armchair — it has arms and back support, but no hard frame, so it's soft and cozy rather than rigid. It's designed and sized for children aged 2 to 5, with the same polka-dot cotton canvas cover as the Coco Cotton range in aqua or red. The liner is removable for both hand and machine washing.
At 52cm x 40cm x 52cm, it takes 100 litres of filling. It's a good fit for a child's bedroom, a reading corner, or anywhere a child wants a seat that feels like their own. One-year warranty.
Kids Marshmallow
The Kids Marshmallow is the faux fur option for children who want something that feels genuinely luxurious. The soft, plush faux fur cover is warm on cool evenings but cool enough for year-round use — and it's as practical as it looks indulgent. It works as a bedroom seat, an extra chair for family TV viewing, or anywhere a child wants a cosy spot of their own.
Despite its elegant appearance, it handles daily use without trouble — sitting, rolling, and the general roughness of a child's day. The cover is dry-cleanable. One-year warranty. Browse the full faux fur bean bag range for colour options.
A Note on Maintenance
All four products have removable, washable covers — the most important maintenance feature for anything in a child's space. If a bean bag starts to feel flat over time, topping up the filling restores its shape and comfort. Browse our full kids' bean bag range to find the right option for your child's age, space, and taste.
