Reel Modern Backless Swivel Bar Stool with Round Seat

The Reel keeps kitchen island seating simple with a cushioned round seat, smooth swivel movement, and gracefully curved steel legs. Its backless profile maintains an open view across the counter and allows the stool to tuck beneath many islands when it is not being used.

This backless swivel counter stool is a practical choice for everyday meals, quick breakfasts, and entertaining in an open-concept kitchen.

Bar Stools with Round-Seat Comfort

The Reel has a traditional round cushion that is easy to approach from any direction. The padded surface provides a softer place to sit than solid wood or metal.

For shoppers comparing bar stools with a round seat, the Reel offers simple comfort without decorative seams, corners, or a bulky backrest.

Choose from fabric, performance fabric, or easy-to-clean vinyl based on how your kitchen is used.

Smooth Swivel Movement

The swivel seat lets you turn toward the counter, face the adjoining room, or step away from the island without dragging the entire stool across the floor.

Among backless swivel bar stools, its uncomplicated shape makes it easy to use from either side of the island.

Backless and Easy to Tuck Away

The lack of a back keeps the Reel visually light and allows it to slide under many countertops when it is not needed. That can help preserve walking space and keep the kitchen from feeling crowded.

This round backless bar stool works particularly well for:

• Smaller kitchens and breakfast bars
• Open rooms where clear sightlines matter
• Islands positioned near a walkway
• Shoppers looking for bar stools with no back
• Kitchens where stools need to store beneath the counter

For anyone comparing backless counter stools, the Reel provides a padded seat and swivel movement while maintaining a compact profile.

Curved Steel Frame

The Reel’s metal legs curve gently from beneath the seat toward the floor, giving the base a softer appearance than a strictly square or angular frame. A circular footrest follows the shape of the seat and provides a comfortable place for your feet.

The welded steel construction creates dependable support for daily use, while the open frame keeps the stool from appearing heavy.

A Versatile Modern Counter Stool

The Reel is best described as a modern counter stool, but its simple design can move easily between contemporary and transitional kitchens.

It works naturally with:

• Flat-panel or Shaker cabinetry
• Quartz, stone, or wood countertops
• Black or brushed-metal hardware
• Modern and transitional interiors
• Compact kitchen islands and home bars

Black or charcoal gives it a crisp contemporary look. Silver feels lighter and more modern, while bronze, champagne, or taupe offers a warmer transitional direction.

Three Seat Heights

Choose the height that fits your surface:

• Counter Height: The 26-inch seat is recommended for kitchen islands and counters approximately 36–37 inches high.
• Bar Height: The 30-inch seat is recommended for counters and home bars approximately 40–42 inches high.
• Spectator Height: The 34-inch seat is recommended for extra-tall counters approximately 46–48 inches high.

The counter-height version is a clean option for anyone shopping for backless counter-height stools with a swivel seat.

Customize the Reel

The Reel is a versatile choice for anyone looking for a modern backless stool with a cushioned round seat, graceful steel frame, and convenient swivel movement.

At a Glance

• 10-year limited residential warranty on metal frame
• It’s built to last you for decades
• Lead-free paint
• Item #42436
• Swivel 360 degrees with ease
• Lightweight, yet durable
• Heavy-duty North American steel
• Powder-coated metal finish for heavy-duty use
• Includes nylon glides on the bottom of the feet to protect your linoleum floors — add felts for wood or linoleum floors for extra protection