Top 5 La-Z-Boy Lift Chairs in 2026

La-Z-Boy Southeast | February 13, 2026

The results are in! La-Z-Boy’s most popular lift chairs for 2026 are:

Jean
Liam
Astor
Clayton
Pinnacle

These five models represent the best combination of reliability, comfort features, and customer satisfaction across La-Z-Boy’s three performance tiers. Jean leads the list with its compact design and dependable functionality, while Pinnacle rounds out the top five with zero gravity positioning for those seeking premium relaxation.

Choosing the right lift chair depends on your specific needs—weight capacity, space constraints, desired features like heat and massage, or zero gravity positioning. Here’s what makes each of these five models stand out.

Jean Lift Recliner

The Jean continues to be a customer favorite for good reason. This Bronze series recliner offers smooth, elegant transitional styling in a smaller scale that fits comfortably in tighter spaces. Jean requires just 32.5 inches of width and sits 40.5 inches tall, making it ideal for apartments, bedrooms, or cozy living rooms.

Jean includes all the Bronze essentials: full recline capability, extended legrest positioning, legrest safety features, and battery backup so power outages won’t leave you stuck. The chair supports up to 300 pounds and needs about 13 inches of wall clearance. The seat measures 21 inches deep and 21 inches wide with a 19-inch seat height.

What Jean doesn’t include: heat and massage features, independent positioning control, or a covered lift base. But for straightforward, reliable lift functionality in a petite package, Jean delivers exactly what you need.

Liam Lift Recliner

Liam shares the Bronze series DNA with Jean but brings its own style personality to the lineup. Like Jean, Liam offers dependable lift functionality without overthinking the feature set. This model supports up to 300 pounds and requires the same 13 inches of wall clearance.

You’re getting full recline capability, extended legrest positioning, legrest safety, and battery backup. Liam’s smaller seat scale makes it another smart choice for compact spaces or anyone who prefers a snugger fit. The Bronze series keeps things straightforward—no heat, no massage, no independent positioning—just solid, reliable performance in a smaller frame.

For customers who want the essentials done well without paying for features they won’t use, Liam hits the mark.

Astor Lift Recliner

Astor represents a significant step up into Platinum territory. This lift chair is specifically designed for larger users, featuring a deep seat and tall base that provide proper support and comfort. Astor supports up to 350 pounds and requires just 11 inches of wall clearance—the closest to the wall of any La-Z-Boy lift chair.

The Platinum series adds meaningful comfort features: independent control over your backrest and legrest positions, adjustable headrest and lumbar support, and a covered lift base that keeps the mechanics hidden. You still get all the Bronze essentials like battery backup, full recline, and legrest safety.

The standout feature? Zero gravity positioning. Astor distributes your weight more evenly and elevates your legs to heart level. This is one of only two La-Z-Boy models offering true zero gravity.

Interestingly, Platinum models skip heat and massage—the focus here is on precision adjustability and that weightless zero gravity experience.

Clayton Lift Recliner

Clayton stands alone in the Gold series as the only La-Z-Boy lift chair combining serious weight capacity with heat and massage features. This chair supports an impressive 500 pounds while maintaining a full-size seat scale (23 inches wide, 23.5 inches deep, 22-inch seat height).

Clayton includes everything from the Bronze series plus the comfort extras that make a real difference in daily use. Heat and massage? Check. Independent control over backrest and legrest positions? Absolutely. The covered lift base keeps things looking polished rather than mechanical.

This chair requires 13.5 inches from the wall and offers rugged good looks with full body support in all reclined positions. A right-side storage pocket adds convenience.

If heat and massage matter to you, Clayton is your chair. It’s the only model in La-Z-Boy’s entire lift recliner lineup offering these therapeutic features.

Pinnacle Lift Recliner

Pinnacle rounds out the top five with ultra-comfortable Platinum performance. Like Astor, Pinnacle offers zero gravity positioning—distributing weight evenly and elevating legs to heart level for that weightless relaxation experience.

Pinnacle supports up to 350 pounds and requires 11 inches of wall clearance. You get independent positioning, adjustable headrest and lumbar support, battery backup, and a covered lift base. The easy-to-use wired remote includes a side storage pocket for convenience.

The difference between Pinnacle and Astor comes down to styling and upholstery options rather than functionality. Both deliver the full Platinum experience with zero gravity positioning.

Pinnacle measures 33.5 inches wide and 45 inches tall with a 20-inch seat width and 21-inch seat depth. The 22-inch seat height makes transitions comfortable.

Understanding the Three Tiers

La-Z-Boy’s lift chair lineup divides into three performance levels. Bronze models (Jean and Liam) focus on reliable essentials with 300-pound capacity. Gold (Clayton) adds heat, massage, and jumps to 500-pound capacity. Platinum (Astor and Pinnacle) prioritizes zero gravity positioning and precision adjustability with 350-pound capacity.

Each tier serves different priorities. Bronze keeps things simple and affordable. Gold delivers therapeutic features with serious capacity. Platinum provides that engineered zero gravity relaxation experience.

What La-Z-Boy Lift Chairs Cost

La-Z-Boy lift recliners typically range from $999 to $3,149 online depending on fabric choice, options, and upgrades. When compared to competitors, La-Z-Boy prices competitively while offering patented features you won’t find elsewhere.

La-Z-Boy invented the recliner in 1927 and holds numerous patents on recliner technology. Features like lower back support, dual locking footrest, contour cut foam, and the ability to recline your back while rocking simply aren’t available on other brands.

Getting Help Choosing Your Lift Chair

Each of these top five lift chairs delivers the world-famous comfort La-Z-Boy is known for. The right choice depends on your specific needs—space constraints, weight capacity requirements, desired features, and budget.

At La-Z-Boy Home Furnishings & Décor, our expert design consultants can help you select the perfect lift chair for your situation. We also have degreed interior designers at all of our locations in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Watch this video to explore the remarkable benefits of power lift recliners, including how to style your lift recliner to fit in with the rest of your room.