Rank #9 in Best Rise and Recline Chairs 2026: 10 Ranked, and Two Share 828 Ratings
Morris Living Darwin Dual Motor Riser Recliner, Grey Leather
- Rating
- 4.2
- Ratings
- 52
- Rank
- #9
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The Morris Living Darwin is a dual motor riser recliner in grey leather, with separate controls for the footrest and the backrest and a forward tilt to help the user stand. It takes number 9 in this guide at £699.99, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 52 ratings, and sits 294th in Amazon's Reclining Chairs category. The listing's material fields say leather in three places — Material Type, Seat Material Type and the bullet "Genuine Leather" — while one of the customer reviews quoted on the same page describes the "fabric".
The number that does not hold together on this listing is the review count. It states 52 ratings, but the star breakdown printed beside it totals 100: 13 one-star, 5 three-star, 19 four-star and 63 five-star. Those 100 reviews average 4.19, which rounds to the 4.2 shown, so the score and the breakdown agree with each other — it is the 52 that sits apart from both. On the breakdown as printed, roughly one review in eight is a one-star, on a chair priced at £699.99. Everything on this page is taken from the Amazon listing; we have not tested this chair.
How those 52 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.2 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £699.99 |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4.2 out of 5, from 52 ratings (as listed) |
| Star breakdown | 13 one-star, 5 three-star, 19 four-star, 63 five-star — 100 reviews in total |
| Best Sellers Rank | 294th in Reclining Chairs |
| Motors | Dual motor powered control, with independent foot and backrest control |
| Upholstery | Genuine Leather; Material Type and Seat Material Type both listed as Leather |
| Frame Material Type | Wood |
| Assembly | Some simple assembly required |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“I'm absolutely delighted with this chair. It is very comfortable,very well made,and the fabric is great.The motors are independent so I can raise and lower the leg rest without the back moving. Just what I needed. Due to nerve compression and pain in hips and back I find being in bed very uncomfortable. I've just spent part of the night in the chair in reclined position and it was extremely comfortable as there was no pressure on my lower spine,due to the design. I would highly recommend this chair,and the company that sells it.”
Verified purchase“I recently bought my disabled wife this chair as her older one was wearing out (it was second hand when we bought it).She was a bit worried about not having a "made to measure" chair but her worries were unfounded.She loves this chair. It's really comfortable and supportive and has separate motors for the foot and backrest and it also tilts forward to enable easier standing when getting out of the chair.Excellent :)”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Rise and Recline Chairs 2026: 10 Ranked, and Two Share 828 Ratings.
Questions people ask
How many ratings does the Morris Living Darwin have?
The listing says 4.2 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while the star breakdown shown beside it adds up to 100 reviews: 13 one-star, 5 three-star, 19 four-star and 63 five-star.
What motors does the Darwin riser recliner use?
It is listed as dual motor powered control, with independent foot and backrest control, so the footrest and the back can be moved separately.
Is the Morris Living Darwin real leather?
The listing calls it grey genuine leather and gives Material Type and Seat Material Type as Leather; one of the reviews shown on the page instead refers to the "fabric".
How much does the Morris Living Darwin cost?
£699.99, as listed.
Does the Darwin need assembling?
The listing states "Some simple assembly required." and names Arm Pad among the included components.
What is the Darwin's model number and where is it made?
Model name Darwin, model number and manufacturer part number OLC606, made by Morris Living, country of origin China.
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