Which is better for a small living room?

The Plank+Beam. Its 48 x 24 in top leaves more floor space, and at 29 lb you can shift it when you need room. The Hailey Home is listed at 48 x 48 in, which is much deeper.

Is the Hailey Home real wood?

No. The top is MDF with a wood-look finish. The Plank+Beam uses solid pine for both the top and the legs.

Solid pine generally holds up better to refinishing and wear than MDF, which swells if water gets into exposed edges. Use coasters on both.

Is the Plank+Beam worth the extra $40?

If you want solid wood and a lighter table, yes. If you just need a 48 in table and like the plinth look, the Hailey Home saves you money.

Do either have storage?

No. Neither has shelves or drawers. The Hailey Home's plinth base does leave open space underneath for baskets.

How hard is assembly?

Both require assembly. The Plank+Beam ships with instructions and hardware, and the Hailey Home is described as easy to assemble. Expect 30 to 60 minutes for either.

Plank+Beam Mid Century Modern Coffee Table vs Hailey Home Alder Coffee Table

Buy the Plank+Beam if you want real solid pine and a true mid-century look with tapered legs. Buy the Hailey Home if you want the lowest price and a heavier, plinth-base block that hides clutter underneath. The Hailey Home is cheaper at $149.49 at Kohl's as of November 7, 2026, against $189.99 at Walmart for the Plank+Beam as of November 7, 2026. Both are 48 inches wide, so the choice comes down to material and style, not footprint.

Today the Hailey Home Alder Coffee Table costs $40.50 less at its best price.

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