Vanity Counter Stool: 3 Compact Options Compared

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Quick answer

Three vanity counter stool options are compared here by their listed size, and the sections below use each product’s own listing data. SONGMICS Makeup Stool lists 12.6″ D × 16.5″ W × 18.1″ H; LUE BONA Square Linen Makeup Stool lists 12.9″ D × 16.9″ W × 18″ H; WKWKER Adjustable Vanity Stool for Makeup lists 13″ D × 13″ W × 22.5″ H. By listed floor footprint, WKWKER Adjustable Vanity Stool for Makeup is the smallest (1.17 sq ft) and LUE BONA Square Linen Makeup Stool the largest (1.51 sq ft). Specifications come from Amazon listing data checked October 5, 2026; we have not tested these products. Recheck the selected variant and the current price on Amazon before ordering, because titles and specification fields can change.

Quick compare: the products in this guide

Sizes come from the Amazon listings as we read them; check the product page for the current details before you buy.

Product	Listed details	Link
SONGMICS Makeup Stool, Padded Vanity Foot Rest, Solid Wood X Legs	12.6″D x 16.5″W x 18.1″H; material type Rubberwood, Plywood, Foam, Linen-Look Fabric	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
LUE BONA Square Linen Makeup Stool, Metal X Legs, Small Ottoman Stool Chair…	12.9″D x 16.9″W x 18″H; material type Linen	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
WKWKER Adjustable Vanity Stool for Makeup Room Swivel Makeup Stool Small…	13″D x 13″W x 22.5″H; material type Faux Leather, Metal, Sponge	See details on Amazon Affiliate link

Three options at a glance

Pick	Listed dimensions	Floor footprint	Footprint rank
SONGMICS Makeup Stool	12.6″ D × 16.5″ W × 18.1″ H	207.9 sq in (1.44 sq ft)	Middle
LUE BONA Square Linen Makeup Stool	12.9″ D × 16.9″ W × 18″ H	218.01 sq in (1.51 sq ft)	Largest
WKWKER Adjustable Vanity Stool for Makeup	13″ D × 13″ W × 22.5″ H	169 sq in (1.17 sq ft)	Smallest

1. SONGMICS Makeup Stool, Padded Vanity Foot Rest, Solid Wood X Legs — Middle listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 12.6″ D × 16.5″ W × 18.1″ H; item weight 7 pounds; listed maximum weight 330 pounds; material Rubberwood, Plywood, Foam, Linen-Look Fabric; frame Rubberwood, Plywood; color Summer Sand + Brown Leg.

The SONGMICS Makeup Stool is a padded vanity foot rest with solid wood X legs, listed in Summer Sand with brown legs. The listing gives 12.6″ D × 16.5″ W × 18.1″ H (1.44 sq ft) and a seat height of 18.1 inches. The bullets describe 1.6″ (4 cm) high-resilience foam under a double-layer linen-look fabric, rubberwood X legs, and a 330 lb (150 kg) capacity. Specs list rubberwood, plywood and foam, with an item weight of 7 pounds. The listing says tools and instructions are included and assembly takes about 10 minutes. It is fixed height, with no adjustment listed.

Pros

• Lists the highest weight recommendation of the three: 330 pounds, repeated in a bullet as 330 lb (150 kg).
• Rubberwood and plywood frame with 1.6″ of high-resilience foam in the seat.
• Seven pounds and assembly in about 10 minutes, with tools included.

Cons

• Seat height is fixed at 18.1 inches, so you cannot tune it to a taller counter.
• The title and bullets frame it as a makeup stool and vanity foot rest, not a counter stool, so check that 18.1 inches suits your surface.
• The linen-look fabric is a soft covering, and the listing does not describe stain resistance.

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want a sturdy, light, fixed-height padded stool for a vanity or closet. Skip it if you need a taller seat or a swivel.

2. LUE BONA Square Linen Makeup Stool, Metal X Legs, Small Ottoman Stool Chair for Vanity, Modern Padded Seat Foot Rest for Makeup Room, Bathroom — Largest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 12.9″ D × 16.9″ W × 18″ H; listed maximum weight 250 pounds; material Linen; frame Alloy Steel; color Linen Color-sand Legs.

The LUE BONA Square Linen Makeup Stool is a small padded ottoman stool with metal X legs, listed in a linen color with sand legs and a contemporary style. The dimension field gives 12.9″ D × 16.9″ W × 18″ H, or 1.51 sq ft, the largest listed footprint here, with an 18-inch seat height. The specs list a 250-pound maximum weight recommendation, linen material and an alloy steel frame. The bullets mention a wooden frame, reinforced metal legs, high-density foam, rivet accents and a foot rest use. Item weight and assembly are not stated.

Pros

• Largest footprint of the three at 1.51 sq ft, which gives the widest seat.
• Bullets say it fits under most vanity benches and setups.
• Listed with 250-pound capacity, high-density foam and rivet accents.

Cons

• The listing does not state item weight or assembly, so check those before ordering.
• Frame details conflict: the specs say alloy steel, while a bullet says a wooden frame with reinforced metal legs. Verify the build on the listing.
• Fixed 18-inch height, and it is described as a foot-rest ottoman and makeup stool, not a counter stool.

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want a wider padded seat with metal legs for a vanity and are fine confirming the frame details. Skip it if you want a stated weight or a height adjustment.

3. WKWKER Adjustable Vanity Stool for Makeup Room Swivel Makeup Stool Small Round Ottoman for Living Room Makeup Chair for Bedroom SPA Salon Studio (Black) — Smallest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 13″ D × 13″ W × 22.5″ H; item weight 3.35 kg; listed maximum weight 110 kg; material Faux Leather, Metal, Sponge; frame Metal; color Black.

The WKWKER Adjustable Vanity Stool is a round swivel stool with a PU leather seat, a metal frame and a steel base, listed in black. The dimension field gives 13″ D × 13″ W × 22.5″ H, or 1.17 sq ft. A bullet says the height adjusts from 17 inch to 23 inch with a 360° swivel, and the seat is a 4.5-inch-thick cushion that is 13 inches across. The specs list 3.35 kg and a 110 kg maximum weight recommendation, while a bullet says it holds up to 250 lbs. The listing says assembly takes 5 to 10 minutes with screws included.

Pros

• Only one of the three with adjustable height, 17 inch to 23 inch per a bullet, plus a 360° swivel.
• Smallest listed footprint at 1.17 sq ft, a 13″ × 13″ round seat.
• PU leather described as waterproof and oil resistant; lightest at 3.35 kg.

Cons

• Capacity is stated two ways: 110 kg in the specs and 250 lbs in a bullet. Check the listing before relying on either.
• The Seat Height spec reads 4.5 inches, which matches the cushion thickness, while a bullet gives a 17 to 23 inch range. Verify the real seat height.
• PU leather and sponge padding, with a metal frame, and no wood or rubberwood is listed.

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want to adjust the height and swivel at a vanity or counter. Skip it if the unclear capacity and seat height figures matter to you.

What to check before buying vanity counter stool

Start with seat height, because it decides whether a stool works at your surface. SONGMICS lists an 18.1-inch seat height and LUE BONA lists 18 inches, both fixed. WKWKER lists a 17 inch to 23 inch adjustable range in a bullet, though its Seat Height spec reads 4.5 inches, which matches the cushion thickness, so confirm it on the listing. The listings call the first two makeup stools or foot rests, not counter stools. Measure your counter and compare it with each stated height.

Second, footprint. WKWKER is smallest at 1.17 sq ft (13″ × 13″), SONGMICS is in the middle at 1.44 sq ft (12.6″ × 16.5″), and LUE BONA is largest at 1.51 sq ft (12.9″ × 16.9″). A rectangular stool needs more floor than a round one but sits under a bench.

Third, capacity. SONGMICS lists 330 pounds, LUE BONA lists 250 pounds, and WKWKER lists 110 kg in its specs but 250 lbs in a bullet. Since WKWKER disagrees with itself, check the listing before relying on it.

Fourth, build. SONGMICS lists rubberwood, plywood and foam. LUE BONA’s specs say alloy steel while a bullet says a wooden frame with metal legs. WKWKER lists a metal frame, steel base and PU leather.

Fifth, weight and assembly. SONGMICS weighs 7 pounds and takes about 10 minutes. WKWKER weighs 3.35 kg and takes 5 to 10 minutes. LUE BONA lists neither.

Decision rules: choose SONGMICS for the highest stated capacity at a fixed height. Choose WKWKER for height adjustment and swivel after verifying its figures. Choose LUE BONA for the widest seat once you confirm its frame and weight.

Worked example: fit math for these three options

This worked example is our own planning arithmetic from the listed dimensions, not test results. The wall length and walkway width are assumed example values; replace them with your measurements.

Wall example. Assume 36 inches of clear wall.

• SONGMICS Makeup Stool: 36 − 16.5 = 19.5 inches spare; centred, 9.75 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• LUE BONA Square Linen Makeup Stool: 36 − 16.9 = 19.1 inches spare; centred, 9.55 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• WKWKER Adjustable Vanity Stool for Makeup: 36 − 13 = 23 inches spare; centred, 11.5 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.

Walkway example. The US Access Board gives 36 inches as the minimum clear width for an accessible route. That figure is a yardstick, not a rule for private homes. To keep 36 inches clear beside each product, the walkway between it and the opposite obstacle must be at least 36 inches plus its depth:

• SONGMICS Makeup Stool: 36 + 12.6 = 48.6 inches of total path width.
• LUE BONA Square Linen Makeup Stool: 36 + 12.9 = 48.9 inches of total path width.
• WKWKER Adjustable Vanity Stool for Makeup: 36 + 13 = 49 inches of total path width.

Footprint. Depth × width, converted at 144 square inches per square foot:

• SONGMICS Makeup Stool: 12.6 × 16.5 = 207.9 sq in, or 1.44 sq ft.
• LUE BONA Square Linen Makeup Stool: 12.9 × 16.9 = 218.01 sq in, or 1.51 sq ft.
• WKWKER Adjustable Vanity Stool for Makeup: 13 × 13 = 169 sq in, or 1.17 sq ft.

Mistakes to avoid

• Buying a makeup stool for a counter. SONGMICS and LUE BONA are listed at 18.1 and 18 inches and described as makeup stools and foot rests. Measure your surface before assuming they suit a counter.
• Trusting one capacity figure. WKWKER lists 110 kg in its specs and 250 lbs in a bullet. When a listing gives two numbers, check it before sitting.
• Reading the Seat Height spec literally. WKWKER’s spec says 4.5 inches, matching its cushion, while a bullet gives 17 to 23 inches. Use the range only after verifying.
• Ignoring missing data. LUE BONA’s listing does not state item weight or assembly, and its frame description conflicts between the specs and a bullet.

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Frequently asked questions

Which vanity stool is adjustable?

Only the WKWKER, which a bullet says adjusts from 17 inch to 23 inch with a 360° swivel. SONGMICS is 18.1 inches and LUE BONA is 18 inches, both fixed. WKWKER’s Seat Height spec reads 4.5 inches, so confirm the real range on the listing.

Which holds the most weight?

SONGMICS lists the highest at 330 pounds, then LUE BONA at 250 pounds. WKWKER lists 110 kg in its specs but 250 lbs in a bullet, so its capacity is unclear and worth verifying.

Are these actually counter stools?

Not by their listings. SONGMICS and LUE BONA are described as makeup stools and foot rests with 18.1- and 18-inch seat heights. WKWKER is a swivel stool that adjusts up to 23 inch. Measure your surface and compare.

Which is easiest to assemble?

WKWKER says 5 to 10 minutes with screws included. SONGMICS says about 10 minutes with tools and instructions included. The LUE BONA listing does not state assembly.

Products worth checking

We have not tested these products. Sizes and features come from the Amazon listings as we read them; where a listing does not say, we say so.

Sources checked

• US Access Board guide to clear width
• Amazon listing for SONGMICS Makeup Stool, Padded Vanity Foot Rest, Solid Wood X Legs
• Amazon listing for LUE BONA Square Linen Makeup Stool, Metal X Legs, Small Ottoman Stool Chair for Vanity, Modern Padded Seat Foot Rest for Makeup Room, Bathroom
• Amazon listing for WKWKER Adjustable Vanity Stool for Makeup Room Swivel Makeup Stool Small Round Ottoman for Living Room Makeup Chair for Bedroom SPA Salon Studio (Black)

Specifications come from the Amazon listings as we read them for this guide. Product details and availability can change, so confirm on the product page before you buy.

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