La-Z-Boy James Recliner Review (Features / Dimensions / Upgrades)
La-Z-Boy Southeast | April 7, 2026
The La-Z-Boy James is a rocker recliner built around bucket seats, a chaise legrest, and a stitched pillow back, giving it a soft, tailored look that feels as good as it looks. With a shorter back and a deep, wide seat, it suits most body types comfortably, though it tends to work best for anyone taller than 5’6″ who can take full advantage of the roomy seat. Below, we’ll walk through the James Recliner’s key features, dimensions, and the custom upgrades available so you can decide whether it’s the right fit for your home.
Product Features: La-Z-Boy James Recliner
The La-Z-Boy James Recliner makes relaxing look as great is it feels with bucket seats, chaise legrests, and stitched pillow back cushions that pamper you with softness.
The James also has seven patented features you’ll only find on a La-Z-Boy Recliner:
- Lower Back Support
- Recline & Rock at The Same Time
- Three Locking Footrest Positions
- Sixteen Locking Rocker Positions
- Four-Sided Frame Construction
- Dual Locking Footrest
- Contour Cut Foam
La-Z-Boy Recliners are made in America and constantly researched and developed to create new features that will make them even more comfortable than they already are.
Product Dimensions: La-Z-Boy James Recliner
The La-Z-Boy James Recliner has a short back with a deep and wide seat. This makes it comfortable for most body types.
However, we recommend this recliner for those taller than 5’6″ because the deep seat will make it hard for shorter people’s feet to reach the floor.
- Body Depth: 38″
- Body Height: 42.5″
- Body Width: 39″
You can make sure you’re buying the best model for your needs by visiting one of our locations and getting fitted by our recliner experts.
Product Upgrades: La-Z-Boy James Recliner
La-Z-Boy Recliners come in more than 900 different leathers and fabrics.
Plus, they offer the widest variety of custom upgrades in the recliner market. Here are some of the options you can choose from:
- Reclining Options: Manual. Power.
- Handle Options: Standard. Elongated. Silver Arc Handle. Left or Right Side.
- Base Options: Standard. Swivel Base.
- Cushion Options: Standard. AirForm Memory Foam Cushions.
The James is also available with massage and heat to help you recover from the chores of a long day.
Check Out These Additional Resources
We hope this La-Z-Boy James Recliner review has helped you narrow down your search for the perfect recliner.
Here are some additional online resources you may like to check out:
- 7 Best Selling La-Z-Boy Recliners
- Are La-Z-Boy Recliners Worth the Money?
- 5 Health Benefits of Sleeping in Your Recliner
If you have any questions, we’d be happy to answer them at our locations in NC, SC, and GA.
