Hawthorne 9-Piece Wicker Outdoor Set vs SERWALL 7-Piece Patio Dining Set

Buy the Hawthorne if you want a lounge set to sink into: 6-inch cushions, 360° swivel chairs and a rust-resistant metal frame under all-weather PE wicker. Buy the SERWALL if you need a dining table for six, not a sofa arrangement. The Hawthorne is plusher and better rated by owners, though its 2-year frame and 1-year cushion warranties are short and some buyers report missing pieces and covers shipped separately. The SERWALL is the tougher, lower-maintenance build in HDPE lumber with stainless hardware, but its chairs are dining chairs with no cushioning and the table holds only 220 lbs.

• Choose the Hawthorne if you want deep, cushioned lounge seating with swivel chairs for a patio, deck or poolside.
• Choose the SERWALL if you need a six-seat dining table outdoors and prefer lumber that never needs covers or cushion storage.