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- Quick answer
- Three options at a glance
- 1. ALASDO Storage Ottoman Footrest Stool Small Ottoman with Storage Foldable Ottomans Foot Rest Footstool Bench for Living Room 17x13x13inches Grey — Middle listed footprint
- 2. Cpintltr Storage Ottoman Poufs Handwoven Foot Stool — Smallest listed footprint
- 3. Ottoman with Storage, Folding Leather Foot Stools Ottoman for Dorm, Brown — Largest listed footprint
- What to check before buying foot pouf with storage
- Worked example: fit math for these three options
- Mistakes to avoid
- Related guides
- Frequently asked questions
- Products worth checking
- Sources checked
Quick answer
Three foot pouf with storage options are compared here by their listed size, and the sections below use each product’s own listing data. ALASDO Storage Ottoman Footrest Stool Small lists 13″ D × 17″ W × 13″ H; Cpintltr Storage Ottoman Poufs Handwoven Foot lists 13″ D × 13″ W × 11″ H; Ottoman with Storage lists 17″ D × 13″ W × 13″ H. By listed floor footprint, Cpintltr Storage Ottoman Poufs Handwoven Foot is the smallest (1.17 sq ft) and Ottoman with Storage the largest (1.53 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.
Three options at a glance
| Pick | Listed dimensions | Floor footprint | Footprint rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALASDO Storage Ottoman Footrest Stool Small | 13″ D × 17″ W × 13″ H | 221 sq in (1.53 sq ft) | Middle |
| Cpintltr Storage Ottoman Poufs Handwoven Foot | 13″ D × 13″ W × 11″ H | 169 sq in (1.17 sq ft) | Smallest |
| Ottoman with Storage | 17″ D × 13″ W × 13″ H | 221 sq in (1.53 sq ft) | Largest |
1. ALASDO Storage Ottoman Footrest Stool Small Ottoman with Storage Foldable Ottomans Foot Rest Footstool Bench for Living Room 17x13x13inches Grey — Middle listed footprint
Listed details: dimensions 13″ D × 17″ W × 13″ H; item weight 4.8 pounds; listed maximum weight 400 pounds; material Fabric; frame Engineered Wood; color Grey.
The ALASDO is a folding storage ottoman covered in grey linen over an engineered wood frame, listed at 13″ D × 17″ W × 13″ H and 4.8 pounds. The bullets give a 43L storage space, a thickened sponge pad on top, and a 400-pound load capacity, and they describe the body as E1 MDF with a fixed plate. It folds to 17″ × 13″ × 2.5″ without tools. It is a lidded box for blankets, books or tools and not a soft pouf. Its listing is nearly identical in size, storage volume and folding to the BelugaHelper, so the two are close to one product in different covers.
Pros
- Highest stated load capacity of the three at 400 pounds, 50 pounds above the BelugaHelper’s 350 (400 − 350)
- 43L of storage and a fold-flat height of 2.5″
- Linen top with a thickened sponge pad, per the bullets
Cons
- Nearly the same size, storage volume and fold as the BelugaHelper, so choosing between them comes down to cover and load rating
- Reads as a box ottoman, not a soft pouf, so the ‘pouf’ part of the keyword is a loose fit
- Heavier than the BelugaHelper by 0.8 pounds (4.8 − 4), and the linen cover has no waterproof claim in the listing
Who it is for / who should skip it: Choose it for a fold-flat storage box that doubles as a footrest or seat, with the higher load rating. Skip it if you want a soft round pouf.
2. Cpintltr Storage Ottoman Poufs Handwoven Foot Stool — Smallest listed footprint
Listed details: dimensions 13″ D × 13″ W × 11″ H; item weight 6 pounds; material Natural Seagrass; frame Wood; color White-storage.
The Cpintltr is the only actual pouf here: a round, handwoven seagrass stool on four pine legs with felt pads, listed at 13″ D × 13″ W × 11″ H and 6 pounds. The spec table shows seat height 13 inches while the height is 11 inches, so those two do not agree. The title says storage ottoman and the color field says ‘White-storage’, but none of the bullets describe a storage compartment, an interior size or a lid. Assembly is listed as rotating in the 4 legs, taking about 3 minutes. The footprint is 1.17 sq ft (13 × 13 ÷ 144), the smallest of the three.
Pros
- Smallest listed footprint at 1.17 sq ft, and round, with no corners
- Handwoven seagrass over a wood frame with felt-padded pine legs, per the bullets
- Legs screw in by hand in about 3 minutes, and the bullets say it suits small spaces
Cons
- No bullet describes a storage compartment or its size, despite ‘Storage’ in the title, so confirm before buying for storage
- Spec table says 13 inches seat height but 11 inches overall height, which cannot both be right
- No load rating is listed, and the legs are not foldable like the other two
Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick it for a decorative round foot stool in a small corner, once the storage question is answered. Skip it if the storage volume is the reason you are buying.
3. Ottoman with Storage, Folding Leather Foot Stools Ottoman for Dorm, Brown — Largest listed footprint
Listed details: dimensions 17″ D × 13″ W × 13″ H; item weight 4 pounds; listed maximum weight 350 pounds; material Faux Leather; frame Engineered Wood; color Brown.
The BelugaHelper is a folding storage ottoman in brown faux leather, listed at 17″ D × 13″ W × 13″ H and 4 pounds, with a 350-pound maximum weight recommendation. The bullets state a 43L hidden storage space, thickened foam, side pockets and armrests, and say it folds to 17″ × 13″ × 2.5″ with no tools. Its depth and width are swapped against the ALASDO’s, which gives the same 1.53 sq ft footprint (17 × 13 ÷ 144). The bullets say the faux leather is waterproof and easy to wipe clean. The listing names toys, tools, blankets and dog leashes as stored items.
Pros
- Faux leather is described as waterproof and wipeable, which the ALASDO’s linen is not
- Lightest at 4 pounds, with side pockets listed in the bullets
- 43L storage and a fold-flat height of 2.5″, the same as the ALASDO
Cons
- Same size and storage volume as the ALASDO, so it is a near duplicate with a lower 350-pound load rating
- Faux leather and foam give a firmer, box-like seat, not a soft pouf
- Largest footprint tied at 1.53 sq ft, about 0.36 sq ft more than the Cpintltr (1.53 − 1.17)
Who it is for / who should skip it: Choose it if you want the easy-to-wipe cover and a lighter fold-flat box. Skip it if you want a higher load rating or a soft round pouf.
What to check before buying foot pouf with storage
A ‘foot pouf with storage’ mixes two products, a soft round pouf and a lidded storage box. These three show the split: the Cpintltr is a woven pouf, and the ALASDO and BelugaHelper are folding storage boxes. Decide first whether you need real storage, because only the two boxes describe it (43L each). The Cpintltr title says storage, but its bullets describe no compartment, so treat its storage as unconfirmed.
Second, compare the volume. 43L is the stated storage space for both boxes, and the 17″ × 13″ × 13″ outer size is the same for both. Because the numbers are identical, the choice comes down to the cover, load rating and extras. The ALASDO lists 400 pounds and linen. The BelugaHelper lists 350 pounds, faux leather described as waterproof, side pockets and armrests.
Third, check height against your seating. The two boxes are 13″ tall and the Cpintltr is listed at 11″ overall, though its seat height field says 13 inches. The sofa cushion height and your leg length decide whether 11″ or 13″ feels right, so measure before you buy.
Fourth, footprint. The boxes take 1.53 sq ft each (17 × 13 ÷ 144) and the Cpintltr 1.17 sq ft. When folded, the boxes shrink to 17″ × 13″ × 2.5″, which is the main advantage for a small apartment.
Fifth, cleaning. Faux leather wipes clean, linen may stain, and seagrass is a natural weave that the listing does not describe as washable.
Decision rule: if storage is the point, pick one of the two boxes by cover and load rating. If looks and a small footprint are the point, pick the Cpintltr, after you confirm whether it has any storage at all.
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.
- ALASDO Storage Ottoman Footrest Stool Small: 36 − 17 = 19 inches spare; centred, 9.5 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
- Cpintltr Storage Ottoman Poufs Handwoven Foot: 36 − 13 = 23 inches spare; centred, 11.5 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
- Ottoman with Storage: 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:
- ALASDO Storage Ottoman Footrest Stool Small: 36 + 13 = 49 inches of total path width.
- Cpintltr Storage Ottoman Poufs Handwoven Foot: 36 + 13 = 49 inches of total path width.
- Ottoman with Storage: 36 + 17 = 53 inches of total path width.
Footprint. Depth × width, converted at 144 square inches per square foot:
- ALASDO Storage Ottoman Footrest Stool Small: 13 × 17 = 221 sq in, or 1.53 sq ft.
- Cpintltr Storage Ottoman Poufs Handwoven Foot: 13 × 13 = 169 sq in, or 1.17 sq ft.
- Ottoman with Storage: 17 × 13 = 221 sq in, or 1.53 sq ft.
Mistakes to avoid
- Assuming every ‘storage ottoman’ has storage. The Cpintltr title says storage, but its bullets describe no compartment or size.
- Treating the two boxes as different products. The ALASDO and BelugaHelper share a 17″ × 13″ × 13″ size, 43L storage and 2.5″ folded height. Compare covers and load ratings.
- Ignoring the height conflict. The Cpintltr lists an 11″ height and a 13″ seat height. Check which is correct before pairing it with a chair.
- Expecting a soft pouf from a box. Both folding boxes use MDF frames with foam on top, so they are firmer than a pouf.
Related guides
Frequently asked questions
How much can a storage ottoman hold?
The ALASDO and BelugaHelper both list 43L of storage space. Their load ratings are 400 and 350 pounds. The Cpintltr lists no storage volume or load rating in the data, so you cannot compare it with them on those points.
Do these fold flat?
The ALASDO and BelugaHelper bullets say they fold to 17″ × 13″ × 2.5″ with no tools. The Cpintltr does not fold: its 4 legs come separately and take about 3 minutes to install, and the body keeps the same shape.
Is the BelugaHelper the same as the ALASDO?
They are very close. Both are listed at 17″ × 13″ × 13″ with 43L storage and a 2.5″ folded height. The differences in the data are the cover (linen versus faux leather), the load rating (400 versus 350 pounds) and the weight (4.8 versus 4 pounds).
Is a foot pouf the same as an ottoman?
In these listings, the Cpintltr is a handwoven round pouf with legs, and the other two are rectangular folding boxes with foam tops. All three are sold as footstools. If storage matters most, the two boxes list it, while the pouf’s listing does not describe any.
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.
ALASDO Storage Ottoman Footrest Stool Small Ottoman with Storage Foldable Ottomans Foot Rest Footstool Bench for Living Room 17x13x13inches Grey
- Keep in mind: we have not tested it, and the listing may show more than one size or finish, so pick the variant that matches your numbers.
Cpintltr Storage Ottoman Poufs Handwoven Foot Stool
- Keep in mind: we have not tested it, and the listing may show more than one size or finish, so pick the variant that matches your numbers.
Ottoman with Storage, Folding Leather Foot Stools Ottoman for Dorm, Brown
- Keep in mind: we have not tested it, and the listing may show more than one size or finish, so pick the variant that matches your numbers.
Sources checked
- US Access Board guide to clear width
- Amazon listing for ALASDO Storage Ottoman Footrest Stool Small Ottoman with Storage Foldable Ottomans Foot Rest Footstool Bench for Living Room 17x13x13inches Grey
- Amazon listing for Cpintltr Storage Ottoman Poufs Handwoven Foot Stool
- Amazon listing for Ottoman with Storage, Folding Leather Foot Stools Ottoman for Dorm, Brown
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.
