Few pieces say porch like a glider bench. The Outsunny 2-Person Outdoor Glider Bench, the model covered here, pairs a steel frame with a mesh seat and a base that lets the seat swing gently back and forth. Two adults sit side by side and glide together. Outsunny is the outdoor brand of Aosom, an online retailer of home goods that opened in 2009.
This page is a research-based read of the brand’s spec sheet, Aosom’s published return and warranty terms, and care advice for steel and mesh furniture. It is not a hands-on test. The photos come from the brand’s own site and show related Outsunny gliders, so details such as a center table may not match the bench covered here. To browse Outsunny’s range and look for the bench, open the Outsunny store on Amazon. The link opens Amazon, where you can check the current price.
The short version: it is a light, simple two-seater that the brand rates for 440 lbs. Its main weak spot is the one every powder-coated steel piece shares, which is the coating itself. Look after that, and the bench is a reasonable fit for a covered porch or patio.
Specs and Build
Here is what the spec sheet gives you for the two-seat bench.
- Rated load: 440 lbs
- Dimensions: 47.25 inches wide, 27.5 inches deep and 33.5 inches tall
- Own weight: 31 lbs
- Seat: 45 by 18.5 inches, 15.75 inches above the floor
- Build: a powder-coated steel frame, with a sling mesh seat and back
- Colors: six options, from Black, Blue and Grey to Beige, Dark Blue and Light Mixed Brown
- Warranty: one year against manufacturing defects, from Aosom
The seat swings on a separate steel base, which means the legs never travel across the floor. A rocking chair works differently, because its runners roll over the ground as it moves.
The seat and back are sling mesh, a fabric Outsunny markets as Texteline. According to the brand, it resists water and UV light and dries quickly. Because the seat is the mesh itself, there is no cushion to carry indoors when rain is forecast, though you can add one for comfort.
The bench is 47.25 inches wide and sold as a two-seater for two adults. Its footprint of 47.25 by 27.5 inches should fit on a small porch. At 31 lbs, one person can shift it around a deck or carry it into a garage when winter comes.
Setup and First-Week Checks
Outsunny describes assembly as nine parts in four steps. Lay every part out first and check each one against the instructions before you pick up a tool.
A few habits make the job easier and protect the finish:
- Lay a blanket or the flattened carton on the ground first, so nothing scrapes the paint while you work.
- Thread each bolt by hand until it bites, then tighten it. A bolt forced in crooked can damage its thread.
- Keep the wrench clear of the painted tubes, because a slip can chip the coating.
- Finish by fitting the small nut covers over the exposed hardware.
When the box arrives, check every part for chipped coating, scratches or dents, and photograph any damage before you build anything. Keep the cartons too. Aosom.com wants damage reports within 7 days, whereas an order from Amazon falls under Amazon’s own return terms, so read those before you order.
Weather, Rust and Care
Aosom’s limited warranty leaves out harm from bad weather, heat and humidity, so keeping the finish intact is the owner’s job. Powder coating is all that stands between rain and bare steel. A chip or scratch lets rust begin, most often around bolt holes, joints and any spot where metal rubs on metal.
Routine cleaning
For the mesh, a soft brush, lukewarm water and a little mild soap are enough, followed by a thorough rinse and air drying. Vinegar and other acidic cleaners are best kept away from the mesh, and harsh acid or alkaline products can wear down the coating on the frame. Near the coast, salt spray speeds up corrosion, so rinse the frame more often than you otherwise would.
Placement and covers
Under a covered porch the frame sees less rain, and less rain means less rust. Where the glider stands in the open, a cover helps, provided the frame is dry when you put it on, because moisture trapped underneath makes matters worse. On a wooden or pale deck, slide an outdoor mat beneath the base so run-off cannot stain the boards.
Inspection and touch-ups
The gliding base carries the most stress, so every few weeks in wet months look over its bolts, along with the joints and feet, and tighten anything that has worked loose. A new squeak or a wobble is a reason to stop and look. For a small rust spot, rub it lightly with a wire brush or fine-grit paper, wipe the dust away, let the spot dry and finish it with outdoor metal touch-up paint. At 31 lbs, the bench is also easy to move under cover for winter.
Bench, Chairs or a Three-Seater
The bench is one of several Outsunny gliders, and the numbers differ more than the photos suggest. Here is how the main layouts line up, using the published figures.
| Layout | Weight rating | Width |
|---|---|---|
| Single glider chair | 330 lbs | 25.75 in |
| 2-person bench | 440 lbs | 47.25 in |
| 3-person bench | 660 lbs | 57.9 in |
| 2-seat glider with table | 352 lbs per chair | 76.8 in |
| Glider chair set of two | 264 lbs per chair | Not listed |
Choosing a bench means sharing one seat, so both of you swing together. If you would rather move independently, the glider with a table gives each person a seat that moves on its own, and the pair of separate chairs can be turned to face a view or a fire pit.
Seat height is the other figure to compare. The bench seat is 15.75 inches off the ground, while the glider with a table sits at 16.9 inches, roughly an inch higher. Anyone who prefers a higher seat to stand up from should weigh those numbers before ordering.
The bench is sold as a two-seater with a 440 lb rating, so keep it to two adults. If three adults need seats, the three-person bench is rated for 660 lbs.
Returns, Warranty and Where to Buy
Aosom publishes clear rules for orders placed on Aosom.com, and they are worth knowing before you choose where to buy.
| Situation | What Aosom.com says |
|---|---|
| You change your mind | Return within 30 days of delivery, after customer service issues an authorization number. No restocking or processing fee, but you pay return shipping. |
| Wrong color or size ordered | You pay return shipping. |
| Faulty, or not as described | Aosom pays return shipping. |
| Damage in transit | Report it within 7 days, with photos, and keep every carton. |
| Warranty | One year for defects in materials and workmanship. It excludes misuse, commercial use, accidents, neglect and weather damage, and covers only products from authorized sellers. |
If you buy on Amazon, the listing shows Amazon’s own return terms. Aosom’s warranty also notes that a marketplace’s terms may replace or add to its own, so check who sells and ships your bench. To look for the bench and see who sells it, use the Outsunny store on Amazon, which opens Amazon.
Be wary of unfamiliar sites selling look-alike gliders. Check that the listing points to the official Outsunny brand storefront and that the size, weight and rating match the figures above. A listing from an unauthorized seller may not carry the warranty at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much weight does the bench hold?
It has a 440 lb rating, and the bench itself weighs 31 lbs. It is sold as a two-seater, so keep it to two adults.
Does the bench need cushions?
The brand describes the sling mesh seat and back as quick drying and weather resistant, so there is no cushion to bring in when it rains. Add one only if you want a softer seat.
Will it rust?
Powder-coated steel can rust where the coating is chipped or scratched. A covered spot, a cover for open spaces, a mat on light decks and quick touch-ups all help. Aosom’s warranty excludes weather damage, so prevention matters.
Is it meant for children?
This page is written for adults, and the bench is adult seating rated for two people. The seat swings on its base, so keep children’s hands clear of the gliding mechanism.
Who makes Outsunny?
Outsunny is the outdoor line among Aosom’s nine house brands. The others cover home furniture, pets, kids, fitness, home offices, bathrooms and DIY tools.
The Verdict
The Outsunny 2-Person Glider Bench makes sense if you want a light, mesh-seated two-seater for a roofed porch, patio or deck, and you are happy to look after the finish. The published figures to note are a 440 lb rating on a frame that weighs just 31 lbs.
Skip it if it will sit uncovered on pale wood all year, or if you need seats for three. In that case, look at the three-person bench, or plan on a cover and a mat from day one. Check the finish when it arrives, keep the cartons in case of a claim and clean the frame gently.
To look for the bench and check its current price and colors, open the Outsunny store on Amazon. The link opens Amazon in a new tab.
