Best living room end tables

Selecting the perfect living room end table means you’ll have a dedicated spot to set drinks or snacks when you need to get up off the couch.

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Whether your seating area doesn’t have a coffee table or you want more space to set things down, consider adding some stylish living room end tables to your furniture arrangement. They’re a safe place to set your drink when you’re curled up in the corner of the couch or where you’ll find your favorite book when a rainy day finally comes along. We’ve gathered a collection of the best living room end tables to suit many styles of decor, so check them out.  

Staff pick

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DHP Rosewood tall end table

Slim profile for a tight fit

Tall and slim, this end table has tapered legs to give it a modern look. It can hold pounds on each shelf, which are made of wood. The table's smaller footprint is a good fit for narrow spaces that need a place for drinks, books, or remotes. 

Tabletops for two

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FURINNO simple design end tables

Options to match your decor

This end table set makes sure that both sides of your couches or chairs will have a place to set a drink. They come in a variety of colors to match warm, modern, or even children's rooms. Each table is 20-by-20-by-19.6 inches and offers a lower shelf for books or photo albums. 

Steel frame

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Zinus Dane Modern Studio Collection end table

Minimal yet sturdy design

The steel tubing makes this end table quite stable with a minimal frame. The top and lower shelves are the same size, and together they can hold up to 100 pounds. Color options include both espresso and black, and it can be assembled easily upon arrival. 

Adjustable feet

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VASAGLE industrial end table

Waterproof top lets you skip the coasters

Rustic charm can be added next to your living room furniture with this end table from Vasagle. The top is coated with a veneer that is waterproof and resists wear. You can also adjust the feet for uneven flooring, preventing drinks from tipping over. 

Hidden away

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Winsome Eugene accent table

Closed storage for a tidy room

Want to hide away the things you'd normally find piled on living room tables? This option from Winsome has a cabinet and a drawer for storage, each adorned with a satin nickel pull. The legs lift the frame making it look less heavy next to your couch or chair. 

Most colors

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Convenience Concepts American Heritage Logan end table

Vibrant hues that attract the eye

Make a statement with this striking end table from Convenience Concepts. The legs are each flared outward to give it a playful yet classic look, and the color options are sure to stand-out. There's a bottom shelf for displaying items, as well as a drawer and pull out shelf for remotes or popcorn. 

Table space

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Our top pick for this collection is the DHP Rosewood tall end table. We selected it because you can add it almost anywhere in the room because of the small footprint. And it’s not limited to living rooms, it would also work well in an entryway or hallway if you need an extra spot to set things. We also thought the slightly flared legs added a bit of personality to the piece.

For those who have several remotes for different electronics or gaming systems, we recommend the Winsome Eugene accent table. It has plenty of room to store games, extra controllers, and cables. The satin nickel knobs add a touch of elegance and the legs give the table some physical and visual height.

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