Is This Aldi Dupe Good Enough To Rival West Elm & Wayfair's Beanless Bean Bag Chairs?

Everyone knows that trends cycle, and just like the 90's baggy jeans are back in style, so are the blow up chairs of the 80's and 90's. While you may not have been successful in begging your mother for a blow up chair for your childhood bedroom, this time around, there's no one to tell you how to spend your grown-up money, so this may be just the time to bring your home decor back to the 90's. Plus, this fun and functional piece won't break the bank — especially if you are able to snag this dupe from Aldi. The Intex Transparent Beanless Bag Chair is currently on sale on the Aldi website for just $20, which is about $15 to $16 cheaper than similar models available at other retailers like Wayfair and West Elm. 

The chair comes in a deep blue color and measures out to 54 inches by 50 inches by 29 inches. This is actually larger than the West Elm AirCandy Inflatable BloChair version that measures 40 inches by 46 inches by 28 inches, and the Wayfair version measuring 28 inches by 42 inches by 42 inches. Though it does not provide a weight limit, the larger size does make it a better option for adults or older kids. This is only one of many dupes offered by the grocery retailer, but this versatile Aldi organizer is a great buy if you're looking for something more practical. 

Beanbags are popular choices for casual hangouts, gaming, or just a comfy spot to hunker down, but they are also generally quite large, bulky, and aren't necessarily travel-friendly. Plus, some people may struggle with how to style beanbags in their home. While a blow up chair has its own challenges — mainly the possibility of popping and needing to blow it up in order to use it, there are also some significant benefits like being able to store it when not in use, pack it for travel, and of course the super affordable price point. 

The biggest downside with the Aldi option is that you are limited to the blue color while the Wayfair and West Elm offerings are a bit more neutral. Ultimately though, comfort, affordability, and functionality are top on most people's list, and if you are more interested in purchasing one of these chairs because of its practicality rather than aesthetics, color probably isn't that much of a concern. Overall, if you are going to invest in one of these chairs, Aldi's version seems to be the best buy when simplified down to price, size, and design. If it's not the right fit for you? You're only out $20 (which is still less than the alternatives).