La-Z-Boy Randell Recliner Review

La-Z-Boy Southeast | October 2, 2026

If your household has a recliner that everyone fights over, there’s usually a reason — and with the La-Z-Boy Randell, the reason is comfort that actually holds up to daily use. It’s described as a casual family favorite, built with deep cushions and an extra-tall back, so it reads more like a dedicated comfort chair than a stiff accent piece. We’ve helped plenty of Southeast homeowners find their “favorite chair,” and the Randell tends to earn that title in households that want something substantial.

What Makes the Randell Comfortable

La-Z-Boy builds the Randell around seven of its signature comfort features, and together they’re what separate it from a basic recliner. The chair reclines and rocks at the same time, so you’re not choosing between kicking your feet up and gently rocking — you get both in one motion. The footrest locks into three positions, while the rocker base locks into sixteen, which means you can fine-tune the angle instead of settling for “open” or “closed.”

Underneath all that adjustability is a four-sided frame built for durability, along with contour-cut foam and lower back support that’s designed to hold its shape instead of flattening out over years of use. In fact, those structural details are often what people notice first when they sit down — the chair feels sturdy, not springy.

Dimensions and Who It Fits

The Randell measures 45.5 inches wide, 46.5 inches high, and 41.5 inches deep overall, with a seat that’s 24 inches wide, 21.5 inches high, and 22 inches deep. Because of its larger proportions, we generally recommend the Randell for people 6’3″ and taller — if that describes you or the person you’re shopping for, our guide to La-Z-Boy recliners for tall body types covers a few other options worth comparing it against.

Customization and Upgrades

The Randell is available with either manual or power recline, so you can decide between a classic pull-handle experience or push-button convenience. Handle styles include standard, elongated, and a silver arc option available on either side, which matters more than it sounds like once you’re actually reaching for it daily. For the seat itself, you can choose a standard cushion or upgrade to AirForm memory foam, and massage and heat features are available for anyone who wants the chair to double as a bit of a retreat at the end of the day. With more than 900 leather and fabric options on top of all that, matching it to your room shouldn’t be the hard part.

If you’re curious what a chair like this typically costs once you factor in these upgrades, our guide on how much a La-Z-Boy recliner costs breaks down what moves the price up or down.

Is the Randell Right for You?

The Randell is a strong pick if you want a recliner that feels like real furniture rather than an afterthought — tall frame, deep cushions, and enough upgrade options to make it genuinely yours. That said, its larger size means it’s worth measuring your space before you fall for it in the showroom, since a chair built for taller users can take up more room than a standard recliner.

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