Upholstered Cube Ottoman: 3 Compact Options Compared

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Modway 17″ Square Woven Heathered Fabric has the smallest listed floor footprint of these three upholstered cube ottoman options, at 1.89 sq ft, and White Sherpa Square Ottoman the largest, at 2.09 sq ft. Modway 17″ Square Woven Heathered Fabric lists 16.5″ D × 16.5″ W × 16″ H, White Sherpa Square Ottoman lists 17.33″ D × 17.33″ W × 17.33″ H, and Furniture of America Lennox Modern Chenille lists 16.5″ D × 16.5″ W × 17″ H. The sections below use each product’s own listing data. Specifications come from Amazon listing data checked October 7, 2026, and we have not tested these products. Titles and specification fields can change, so confirm the details on Amazon before ordering.

Three options at a glance

Pick	Listed dimensions	Floor footprint	Footprint rank
Modway 17″ Square Woven Heathered Fabric	16.5″ D × 16.5″ W × 16″ H	272.25 sq in (1.89 sq ft)	Smallest
White Sherpa Square Ottoman	17.33″ D × 17.33″ W × 17.33″ H	300.33 sq in (2.09 sq ft)	Largest
Furniture of America Lennox Modern Chenille	16.5″ D × 16.5″ W × 17″ H	272.25 sq in (1.89 sq ft)	Middle

1. Modway 17″ Square Woven Heathered Fabric Upholstered Upholstered Ottoman — Smallest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 16.5″ D × 16.5″ W × 16″ H; item weight 14.1 pounds; material Wood; frame Engineered Wood; color Heathered Weave Ivory.

The Modway Callum is the shortest of these three cube ottomans at 16 inches high, with a listed footprint of 1.89 square feet. Its woven heathered ivory fabric and modern style suit buyers looking for a small footrest or occasional seat. The listing also names vanity-stool use and says it arrives fully assembled, so there is no setup step to plan for. Plastic legs and non-marking glides are listed as floor-friendly details. The listing identifies an engineered-wood frame and a 14.1-pound item weight, but does not state a maximum weight recommendation or interior storage.

Pros

• Listed footprint is 1.89 square feet, tied with the Lennox for the smallest.
• Arrives fully assembled, according to the listing.
• Non-marking glides and low-profile plastic legs are listed.

Cons

• The listing does not state a maximum weight recommendation.
• No interior storage is described in the listing.
• At 16 inches high, it is shorter than the other two listed options.

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want the shortest listed option, a woven ivory finish, and no assembly. Skip it if you need a stated weight limit or storage.

2. White Sherpa Square Ottoman – 17.3″ Large Boucle Cube Pouf with Sturdy Wood Frame, 330lbs Capacity Modern Fuzzy Vanity Stool & Footrest for Living Room, Bedroom – Fully Assembled — Largest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 17.33″ D × 17.33″ W × 17.33″ H; item weight 11 pounds; listed maximum weight 330 pounds; material Engineered Wood, Fuzzy Sherpa, Teddy Fleece; frame Engineered Wood; color White.

This white Sherpa cube is the largest by listed footprint at 2.09 square feet, and its 17.33-inch height is also the tallest in this group. The listing describes a fuzzy Sherpa or boucle covering, an engineered-wood frame, and a maximum weight recommendation of 330 pounds. It says the ottoman arrives fully assembled and ready to use. Its square proportions and white color may suit buyers seeking a soft-looking footrest or occasional seat. The listing does not describe interior storage, and its footprint is larger than the two 1.89-square-foot options.

Pros

• The listing gives a maximum weight recommendation of 330 pounds.
• Sherpa fabric and an engineered-wood frame are specified.

Cons

• Its 2.09-square-foot listed footprint is larger than the other two options.
• The listing does not describe interior storage.
• The white fuzzy covering may not suit buyers who prefer a smooth fabric finish.

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you prefer the Sherpa finish and want the highest stated weight recommendation. Skip it if your available floor area is tight or you need a storage ottoman.

3. Furniture of America Lennox Modern Chenille 17-inch Square Storage Ottoman with Reversible Tray Top, Upholstered Footstool for Living Room, Bedroom, Entryway, Green — Middle listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 16.5″ D × 16.5″ W × 17″ H; item weight 16 pounds; listed maximum weight 130 pounds; material Chenille, Engineered Wood, Foam, Plastic; frame Engineered Wood; color Green.

The Furniture of America Lennox combines a green chenille cover with a reversible tray top and hidden storage, making it the only listed option that offers an interior compartment. Its dimensions are 16.5 inches deep by 16.5 inches wide by 17 inches high, for a listed footprint of 1.89 square feet. The listing identifies an engineered-wood frame and gives a maximum weight recommendation of 130 pounds. It is listed at 16 pounds. The tray top adds serving flexibility, but the listing does not say whether assembly is required or provide the storage compartment’s interior dimensions.

Pros

• Reversible tray top and hidden storage are described in the listing.
• Listed footprint is 1.89 square feet, tied with the Modway.
• The listing states a maximum weight recommendation of 130 pounds.

Cons

• Its 130-pound maximum weight recommendation is lower than the Sherpa option’s 330-pound figure.
• The listing does not give the interior storage dimensions.
• Assembly requirements are not stated in the listing.

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it if you want hidden storage and a reversible tray top in a compact footprint. Skip it if its stated 130-pound limit is unsuitable or you need to know the interior storage size first.

What to check before buying upholstered cube ottoman

Start with the footprint, using the listed depth and width to check whether the ottoman will fit beside a sofa, under a vanity, or in a walkway. The Modway and Lennox each list a 16.5-by-16.5-inch top and a 1.89-square-foot footprint; the Sherpa lists 17.33 by 17.33 inches and 2.09 square feet. If every inch matters, the first two are the smaller listed choices. Note that the Lennox listing labels its footprint as middle despite matching the Modway’s listed dimensions and square footage.

Next compare height with the seat or surface where you plan to use it. The Modway is 16 inches high, the Lennox 17 inches, and the Sherpa 17.33 inches. These are listed seat heights; the listings do not specify how the ottomans compare with your own furniture, so measure that before choosing if alignment matters.

Then decide whether you need storage or a specific weight recommendation. Only the Lennox describes hidden storage and a reversible tray top, but its interior dimensions are not stated. The Sherpa lists a 330-pound maximum weight recommendation, while the Lennox lists 130 pounds. The Modway listing does not state a maximum weight recommendation. Do not infer its limit from the item weight, which is 14.1 pounds.

Finally, compare the listed covering and setup details. The Modway is woven heathered ivory and says it arrives fully assembled; the Sherpa is white fuzzy Sherpa and also says it arrives fully assembled. The Lennox has a green chenille cover, but assembly is not specified. Choose the finish that works in your room, and confirm missing details such as assembly or storage dimensions with the listing before buying.

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.

• Modway 17″ Square Woven Heathered Fabric: 36 − 16.5 = 19.5 inches spare; centred, 9.75 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• White Sherpa Square Ottoman: 36 − 17.33 = 18.67 inches spare; centred, 9.34 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• Furniture of America Lennox Modern Chenille: 36 − 16.5 = 19.5 inches spare; centred, 9.75 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:

• Modway 17″ Square Woven Heathered Fabric: 36 + 16.5 = 52.5 inches of total path width.
• White Sherpa Square Ottoman: 36 + 17.33 = 53.33 inches of total path width.
• Furniture of America Lennox Modern Chenille: 36 + 16.5 = 52.5 inches of total path width.

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

• Modway 17″ Square Woven Heathered Fabric: 16.5 × 16.5 = 272.25 sq in, or 1.89 sq ft.
• White Sherpa Square Ottoman: 17.33 × 17.33 = 300.33 sq in, or 2.09 sq ft.
• Furniture of America Lennox Modern Chenille: 16.5 × 16.5 = 272.25 sq in, or 1.89 sq ft.

Mistakes to avoid

• Treating equal footprints as different sizes. The Modway and Lennox both list a 16.5-by-16.5-inch footprint and 1.89 square feet, even though the Lennox is labeled middle footprint.
• Choosing by height alone. The listed heights range from 16 inches to 17.33 inches; compare them with the furniture you will use rather than assuming a taller ottoman will align with your seat.
• Assuming every cube has storage. Only the Lennox listing describes hidden storage, and it does not state the compartment’s interior dimensions.
• Assuming an unstated capacity is adequate. The Sherpa and Lennox give maximum weight recommendations, but the Modway listing does not; its item weight is not a capacity figure.

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Frequently asked questions

Which upholstered cube ottoman has the smallest footprint?

The Modway and Furniture of America Lennox tie by listed dimensions: each is 16.5 inches deep by 16.5 inches wide, with a 1.89-square-foot footprint. The Lennox is labeled middle footprint in the data, but its listed dimensions and square footage match the Modway. The Sherpa option is larger at 2.09 square feet.

Which of these ottomans has storage?

The Furniture of America Lennox is the only one whose listing describes hidden storage, along with a reversible tray top. Its interior dimensions are not provided, so check the product listing if you need to fit particular items inside. Neither the Modway nor Sherpa listing describes an interior compartment.

What weight limits do the listings provide?

The Sherpa listing gives a maximum weight recommendation of 330 pounds, and the Lennox gives 130 pounds. Its item weight of 14.1 pounds describes the ottoman itself, not how much weight it can support.

Do these cube ottomans require assembly?

The Modway and Sherpa listings both say the ottoman arrives fully assembled. The Lennox listing does not state whether assembly is required. If setup is a deciding factor, confirm that detail in the current listing before choosing the Lennox.

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 Modway 17″ Square Woven Heathered Fabric Upholstered Upholstered Ottoman
• Amazon listing for White Sherpa Square Ottoman – 17.3″ Large Boucle Cube Pouf with Sturdy Wood Frame, 330lbs Capacity Modern Fuzzy Vanity Stool & Footrest for Living Room, Bedroom – Fully Assembled
• Amazon listing for Furniture of America Lennox Modern Chenille 17-inch Square Storage Ottoman with Reversible Tray Top, Upholstered Footstool for Living Room, Bedroom, Entryway, Green

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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