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Customer photo of the Irene House 9188 lift recliner at home
9188MediumSleeping or Napping
Aug 2023 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“This chair is sooooo comfortable and lays completely flat, which will make it perfect for sleeping in post shoulder surgery. The chenille fabric is so soft and luxurious. The Irene House is a great company to deal with. I had a small problem with the delivery (chair had a little dirt on it), and they were courteous and responsive and a pleasure to deal with. I give them an A plus for customer service.”

ComfortSleep ComfortMaterial QualitySomething to consider
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →
Customer photo of the Irene House 9188S lift recliner at home
9188SSmallFor MomPetite or Small Space
May 2026 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“My Mom’s new house has a small living room & she didn’t want the usual enormous recliner taking over the room, so the small lift chair size is absolutely perfect. Delivery date was as promised & since my husband reports that the assembly was a breeze, he had it all ready for her on move-in day. She is thrilled to have it & had a very short learning curve learning to operate all the functions. The chenille upholstery is beautiful & so soft & comfortable!”

Good FitFast DeliveryEasy Assembly
Purchased: 9188S SmallView chair details →
Customer photo of the Irene House 9188ET lift recliner at home
9188ETBig & TallSleeping or Napping
May 2026 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“I do believe that this is the best chair I've ever had, arrived in under a week and was easy to assemble. Instructions are a little too simplified but I managed. I really like this cloth fabric, it's soft to the touch but appears to be sturdy, this is only the first few days so give it some years to be sure. Slept on this chair the first night and napped a bunch more, nice and solid, plan to spend alot of time recovering from sholder surgery....easy to get out of the chair by just pushing th...”

Easy AssemblyMaterial QualityLift AssistanceSomething to consider
Purchased: 9188ET Big & TallView chair details →
Customer photo of the Irene House 9188 lift recliner at home
9188MediumSleeping or Napping
Nov 2022 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“This chair is worderful. Was easy to put together and only took a few minutes. The instructions were complete and very understandable. The chair is easy to operate and very comfortable to sit in and to sleep in. The massage and heat help me get to sleep faster and most times before they turn off automatically. The only thing that I would like the have seen is for the massage/heat and the position controller to be lighted. My memory is very short and it would be great to see the controls.”

Easy AssemblyLift AssistanceComfortSomething to consider
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →
Customer photo of the Irene House 9188 lift recliner at home
9188MediumFor HusbandHip Surgery
Nov 2024 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“The chair is amazing. My husband needs a hip replacement and has been struggling to get up from his old chair. With the new recliner he easily gets up with no pain. He was surprised at what a huge difference this makes in his mobility. Even better, your recliner is very comfortable, works great and looks wonderful in our den. When he no longer needs the lift, he will keep enjoying the heat and massage functions We’re thrilled.”

ComfortLooks & ColorHeat
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →
Customer photo of the Irene House 9199 lift recliner at home
9199MediumShoulder Surgery
Nov 2025 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“I purchased this after shoulder surgery, and it made recovery so much easier. I could sleep in it comfortably for weeks. The fabric is soft, the motors are quiet, and the reclining angles let me find the perfect position. Customer service was also great when I had a small question. Highly recommend for anyone recovering from an operation.”

Sleep ComfortComfortMaterial Quality
Purchased: 9199 MediumView chair details →
Customer photo of the Irene House 9188ET lift recliner at home
9188ETBig & Tall6'2For HusbandTall Fit
Jan 2025 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“The chair was easy to put together. I am 75 and I managed to do it myself. I used a you tube video because I did not find the instruction manual until I unboxed the chair back. I was surprised to find a matching pillow. I has a coordinating fabric on the opposite side. We purchased this chair for my husband who is 6'2" tall. The heat will help with sore muscles. He had a stroke and broke a hip. I included a picture of the boxes it came in. There are 3 large boxes so plan for space to unload an...”

Easy AssemblyHeatSomething to consider
Purchased: 9188ET Big & TallView chair details →
Customer photo of the Irene House 9188T lift recliner at home
9188TTall
Apr 2024 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“I rely heavily on online reviews, so I'm going to be 100% honest and try to cover everything that I've noticed with this chair. I love this chair so far and I'm actually getting ready to order a 2nd one. The blue color is beautiful. The motor, when switching positions, is very gentle and quiet. The heat and massage feels amazing and I just wish it stayed on longer than 15 minutes at a time, but I think that is pretty standard. I have reached out to customer service a couple of times via chat wit...”

Looks & ColorQuiet OperationHeatSomething to consider
Purchased: 9188T TallView chair details →
Customer photo of the Irene House 9196 lift recliner at home
9196WideBack / Spine Surgery
Oct 2022 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“Fantastic experience. Chair arrived 1 day earlier than projected. Uncrated the two boxes, viewed the assembly video on the web site and proceeded to put the chair together. Assembly was easy. Easier than the video made it look. Chair is comfortable, having the back rest and foot rest controlled separately makes all the difference in the world when it comes to comfort. Ever since my back surgery 2 years ago I have not been able to get comfortable in my old chair. That has completely change...”

Easy AssemblyComfort
Purchased: 9196 WideView chair details →
Customer photo of the Irene House 9188T lift recliner at home
9188TTallFor WifeBack / Spine Surgery
May 2024 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“Bought this chair ahead of scheduled back surgery for my wife. She's been having trouble getting up from the couch and this chair alleviates that problem. After her surgery is done, she'll be able to use the lay flat feature to sleep in the chair and be able to get "out of bed" by herself if needed when I'm not around. Additionally, this chair is super quiet when operating. STEVE R.”

Sleep ComfortQuiet Operation
Purchased: 9188T TallView chair details →
Customer photo of the Irene House 9205L lift recliner at home
9205LBig & TallFor HusbandBack / Spine Surgery
Mar 2025 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“I got this chair for my husband who is tall and big. He has had 5 back surgeries. Most chairs never fit his legs. This is the best I have found. The extended leg is manual and he cannot do it by himself so we removed it because it will break if you don’t manually flip it under. He loves the heat and vibration for his back. It’s a very soft comfortable chair, and very nice looking.”

HeatMassageComfort
Purchased: 9205L Big & TallView chair details →
Customer photo of the Irene House 9188E lift recliner at home
9188EWideFor Wife
Mar 2024 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“We have found your recliner lift chair very comfortable. lt was very easy to put together. I like the built in feature that automatically shuts off the massager and heat after a certain length of time. We purcahsed the large size and there is even room for our dog, Hailey, to squeeze in next to us. When either my wife or myself aren't in the chair, which isn't very often, Hailey makes good use of it. She doesn't need the reclined position though!!”

Lift AssistanceComfortEasy Assembly
Purchased: 9188E WideView chair details →

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Difficulty Standing · 76 stories

9188MediumFor HusbandHip Surgery
Nov 2024 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“The chair is amazing. My husband needs a hip replacement and has been struggling to get up from his old chair. With the new recliner he easily gets up with no pain. He was surprised at what a huge difference this makes i…”

ComfortLooks & ColorHeat
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →
9188MediumFor DadDifficulty Standing
Feb 2024 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“I gave this chair to my dad as a gift and both my parents love it. My mom thinks that it is beautiful, that the color is a lovely shade of brown and that it fits in very well with their decor. My dad finds it comfortable…”

Looks & ColorComfort
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →
9188MediumSleeping or Napping
Dec 2022 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“This lay flat recliner is exactly what I needed. I have MS and it's been increasingly more difficult to get up from a chair. This recliner lifts me to a position so I can safely transfer back into my wheelchair. It is al…”

Sleep ComfortComfort
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →

Sleeping or Napping · 125 stories

9188MediumSleeping or Napping
Aug 2023 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“This chair is sooooo comfortable and lays completely flat, which will make it perfect for sleeping in post shoulder surgery. The chenille fabric is so soft and luxurious. The Irene House is a great company to deal with. …”

ComfortSleep ComfortMaterial QualitySomething to consider
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →
9188ETBig & TallSleeping or Napping
May 2026 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“I do believe that this is the best chair I've ever had, arrived in under a week and was easy to assemble. Instructions are a little too simplified but I managed. I really like this cloth fabric, it's soft to the touch bu…”

Easy AssemblyMaterial QualityLift AssistanceSomething to consider
Purchased: 9188ET Big & TallView chair details →
9188MediumSleeping or Napping
Nov 2022 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“This chair is worderful. Was easy to put together and only took a few minutes. The instructions were complete and very understandable. The chair is easy to operate and very comfortable to sit in and to sleep in. The mass…”

Easy AssemblyLift AssistanceComfortSomething to consider
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →

Recovery After Surgery · 83 stories

9188MediumSleeping or Napping
Aug 2023 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“This chair is sooooo comfortable and lays completely flat, which will make it perfect for sleeping in post shoulder surgery. The chenille fabric is so soft and luxurious. The Irene House is a great company to deal with. …”

ComfortSleep ComfortMaterial QualitySomething to consider
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →
9188ETBig & TallSleeping or Napping
May 2026 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“I do believe that this is the best chair I've ever had, arrived in under a week and was easy to assemble. Instructions are a little too simplified but I managed. I really like this cloth fabric, it's soft to the touch bu…”

Easy AssemblyMaterial QualityLift AssistanceSomething to consider
Purchased: 9188ET Big & TallView chair details →
9188MediumFor HusbandHip Surgery
Nov 2024 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“The chair is amazing. My husband needs a hip replacement and has been struggling to get up from his old chair. With the new recliner he easily gets up with no pain. He was surprised at what a huge difference this makes i…”

ComfortLooks & ColorHeat
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →

Big & Tall Fit · 124 stories

9188ETBig & Tall6'2For HusbandTall Fit
Jan 2025 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“The chair was easy to put together. I am 75 and I managed to do it myself. I used a you tube video because I did not find the instruction manual until I unboxed the chair back. I was surprised to find a matching pillow. …”

Easy AssemblyHeatSomething to consider
Purchased: 9188ET Big & TallView chair details →
9196Wide6’6Tall Fit
Dec 2023 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“The whole purchase ,delivery, setup, and operation of this chair was a breeze. Couldn't be happier . Very comfortable , heat gets to a good temp. I would have liked a little more intensity on the massage side. But overal…”

ComfortMassageSomething to consider
Purchased: 9196 WideView chair details →
9188ETBig & Tall6'9For HusbandTall Fit
Jul 2025 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“I was so excited to find a recliner for my 6'9" husband! I got it in a color that I didn't mind having in our main room and it looks fabulous! The material is soft. It was pretty easy for my husband to put together when …”

Material QualityEasy AssemblyComfort
Purchased: 9188ET Big & TallView chair details →

Aging at Home · 44 stories

9188MediumFor MomAging at Home
Dec 2022 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“We got this chair for my 96 year old mother as she needed a reclining lift chair to replace a reclining swivel Lay-Z-Boy chair she had. This lay flat reclining lift chair (#9188) is an absolutely beautiful chair! It seem…”

Sleep ComfortEasy AssemblyHeat
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →
9188MediumAging at Home
Nov 2022 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“After my 89 year old granny decided to move in with us, I needed to make some adjustments to make our home more comfortable for her. After doing a ton of research, I found this beautiful recliner. I am a terrible buyer, …”

ComfortCustomer ServiceFast Delivery
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →
9188MediumHip Surgery
Jun 2025 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“I am having hip surgery in 3 days and needed a recliner that tilts and can be used as a bed to sleep in that’s not too wide in my Independent Senior Living unit. I’m 85 years old and this was the easiest and best purchas…”

ComfortLooks & Color
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →

Chronic Pain or Joint Discomfort · 14 stories

9199MediumJoint or Chronic Discomfort
Jul 2023 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“The chair arrived on two separate days due to the 4th of July holiday but that was fine . The olircif this chairs snd fabric is just beautiful, it’s comfortable snd the lift part Is awesome, due to bad knees I have a pro…”

Material QualityComfort
Purchased: 9199 MediumView chair details →
9205Big & Tall6' 4Tall Fit
Nov 2023 · ★★★★★ · Photo review · 310 pounds

“I am 70 years old, 6' 4" and weigh 310 pounds. Due to bad knees, I needed an assist chair. After looking online for at several, I felt the 9205 was most well rounded chair for a big man. In the short time i've used it, i…”

HeatComfort
Purchased: 9205 Big & TallView chair details →
9188MediumFor DadJoint or Chronic Discomfort
Dec 2024 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“I bought this lift chair for my father, who has arthritis and struggles to sit and stand. He absolutely loves it! The chair is comfortable and supports him well. The remote is very user-friendly, and the chair does exact…”

ComfortCustomer Service
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →

Petite or Small-Space Fit · 12 stories

9188SSmallFor MomPetite or Small Space
May 2026 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“My Mom’s new house has a small living room & she didn’t want the usual enormous recliner taking over the room, so the small lift chair size is absolutely perfect. Delivery date was as promised & since my husband reports …”

Good FitFast DeliveryEasy Assembly
Purchased: 9188S SmallView chair details →
9188MediumFor MomOther Surgery Recovery
Dec 2025 · ★★★★★ · Photo review

“Ordered this for my mom as she's been going through rehab and needs the extra assistance to get up and out of chairs. This recliner is the perfect size for her small apartment and the material is very nice. The recliner …”

Good FitMaterial QualityComfort
Purchased: 9188 MediumView chair details →
9205Big & Tall6'1Higher Weight Capacity
May 2023 · ★★★★★ · Photo review · 375lbs

“Absolutely love this chair. The whole family does. The husband is 6'1 and 375lbs. The wife is 5'2 and 130lbs. The chair is extremely comfortable for both. Super easy to put together and arrived very quickly. Very happy w…”

ComfortEasy AssemblyFast Delivery
Purchased: 9205 Big & TallView chair details →

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