CL.HPAHKL Solid Wood Saddle-Seat Bar Stools Set of 2, Kitchen Counter Height Barstools, Backless Island Chairs vs PJ Wood Classic Saddle-Seat Counter Stool

Both are backless 24-inch saddle-seat wooden stools with four legs and footrests, so the choice comes down to how many you need and how heavy your sitters are. The CL.HPAHKL set gives you two stools in one purchase and a higher stated weight capacity, which suits a busy island. The PJ Wood stool is sold one at a time in five finishes, so you can match an existing table or buy exactly the count you need. Owners of this style of stool praise the sturdy stance and easy wipe-down seat; the common complaint is that backless saddles offer no lower-back support for long sitting.

• Choose the CL.HPAHKL if you want two matching black stools for one island and heavier sitters, and you are fine with a single color.
• Choose the PJ Wood if you need an odd number of stools or a specific finish like walnut or natural to match your kitchen.