When the folks at Sumo Urban Lounge Gear contacted me to see if I wanted to test one of their awesome beanbags, I immediately spotted their Otto model because it’s the perfect size for a cat. Designed to serve as an ottoman, or as extra seating, this little beanbag has proven to be a cat magnet. The second it came out of the box, everyone lined-up to take their turn. Luckily I had the camera ready!
Ando was (of course) the first to try it out. He quickly realized that it conforms to his body shape and he settled right in. I though he would jump down, but there he stayed. When he finally left the Otto, I noticed that the foam beans retain body heat quite nicely. Of course he liked it — it’s toasty warm and super comfy!
Theo gave it a test, then MacKenzie took over and curled up into a fuzzy cat ball for a nice nap. It’s the perfect size (about 19.5 inches in diameter) and just the right height (about 15 inches tall) to keep kitty up off the floor so she can survey the room, and swat at passers by.
The best part is the fabric. It comes in a variety of bold colors and it appears to be bullet-proof. Seriously, this fabric can withstand anything! And all you have to do to clean it is wipe it down with soapy water.
Sumo Lounge makes all kinds of other shapes and sizes of beanbags, all of which I’m sure would be a hit with the kitties. Heck, I’m thinking about getting rid of all my furniture and filling my whole condo with these!
ENTER TO WIN!
Sumo Lounge is going to send one lucky reader their very own Otto! The winner will get to choose the color. To enter, please visit the Sumo Lounge website to see the color options, then come back here and leave a comment on this post telling us which color you’d choose. The winner will be chosen in a random drawing and announced on August 4, 2011. One entry per person. This giveaway is only open to addresses in the US and Canada.
August 1st, 2011 at 7:31 am
You’ve done such a fabulous job showing the white one – AND telling how easy it is to clean – I would have to go for that one!
August 1st, 2011 at 7:43 am
I would love to win a red one for my 2 girl kitties <3 i know theyd love it!
August 1st, 2011 at 8:02 am
Black would be great, followed by the white.
August 1st, 2011 at 8:14 am
oooooooooooh! platinum!!! it’s beautiful!!!! Squeebert would adore this, especially if it holds heat……and if it’s easy to clean, and because it’s stylish and because i want one and can’t afford one!!! [=
August 1st, 2011 at 8:39 am
Red! I love these!!
August 1st, 2011 at 8:59 am
kitty would definitely go for the platinum!
August 1st, 2011 at 9:13 am
These look great!! I foster cats & kittens all the time & I am always looking for things they will love to lounge on…rather than my sofa!
The red one would look fabulous in my home!
August 1st, 2011 at 9:25 am
i would sooooo get the neon orange! i love sumo!!!
August 1st, 2011 at 10:17 am
Tough choice…Black, Platinum, and Charcoal Green are all great.
August 1st, 2011 at 10:28 am
Oh, my Mango cat would totally LOVE one of these–in Neon Orange or White so mom doesn’t have to lint roll it all the time. My local shelter would love one of these too.
August 1st, 2011 at 10:48 am
I WANNA WIN A BLACK ONE! would be perfect for the window area btw my living room and dining room where the cat is ALWAYS lingering and playing at!
August 1st, 2011 at 11:00 am
Well I could go dramatic and choose pink or blend in with my colors in my home by choosing platinum or green. I think I like the platinum the best. If there is an option for extra covers I would buy a few colors to switch out.
August 1st, 2011 at 11:11 am
So cool, it a monder day cat bed at would add to any homes
August 1st, 2011 at 11:16 am
I would go for Platinum or Neon Orange!!! So cool!
August 1st, 2011 at 12:24 pm
This looks super cool. I love all the colors, but I think that I would have to go with black or midnight blue.
August 1st, 2011 at 1:09 pm
I’d have to choose between the platinum and neon orange somehow
August 1st, 2011 at 2:15 pm
The red or neon orange would brighten up any room!
August 1st, 2011 at 2:35 pm
Even though my kitties have black fur, I think I would choose the Platinum. Love it!
August 1st, 2011 at 3:18 pm
Super cool item! Love the Midnight Blue!
August 1st, 2011 at 4:09 pm
The white one, definitely. Especially if it’s as easy to clean as you describe!
August 1st, 2011 at 4:09 pm
Hot pink or orange. Very cute design.
August 1st, 2011 at 4:33 pm
I love the midnight blue, very chic….
August 1st, 2011 at 4:41 pm
Midnight blue would be perfect for our MCM.
August 1st, 2011 at 5:40 pm
Pure White would be great for my kitties Gaia and Linux.
August 1st, 2011 at 6:02 pm
my bandit would loove an orange bean bad!
August 1st, 2011 at 7:07 pm
There couldn’t be anything more perfect for my Eva! Every ottoman is her throne.
August 1st, 2011 at 7:12 pm
Need the yellow one! Preferably free.
August 1st, 2011 at 7:49 pm
Hmm, so hard to choose! Platinum would match Emma’s silver tabby style perfectly, but Black would complement our coal-colored kitties Mary Jane and Diego even better! If I win, you choose and we’ll happily snuggle into any color you want to send us. Thanks!
August 1st, 2011 at 10:21 pm
Cool~ it seems can fit 2 cats
August 1st, 2011 at 10:23 pm
I love these cats and the bean bag!
August 1st, 2011 at 10:27 pm
Very festive! I would get excited about one for myself too.
My handsome chocolate-drop Siamese would look fabulous on the fiery red colour. Easy clean-ability is a big plus.
August 1st, 2011 at 11:17 pm
It’s tough to pick … either the white or black. Then I guess I’d have to buy the other color. Pick me!
August 1st, 2011 at 11:20 pm
The orange one is pretty cool!
August 2nd, 2011 at 4:08 am
Ooo, these rock! If I win, I’ll buy a big one for myself. Black cat Dragon Empress Kiwi Pu is under the impression that she is invisible on white things. So not true. Regardless, she would like very much to win a white Sumo! Thanks for sharing Sumo and the give-away
August 2nd, 2011 at 4:32 am
I have an all white kitty and he LOVES to hide on or in white things. I would have to get the white one for him.
August 2nd, 2011 at 4:58 am
This would be a sure-fire winner in my house!!!!!
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:42 am
This would be very cool to have. The cats would love it.
August 2nd, 2011 at 7:15 am
Fabulous! Can see my 3 year old grandson in his little chair right next to a black or white bean bag chair for his favorite kitty – Thunder – who sits with him while he watches tv!!!!
August 2nd, 2011 at 7:28 am
love all the colours! White would be great.
Joanne
August 2nd, 2011 at 7:34 am
I love the red, nice and bold looking!
August 2nd, 2011 at 8:29 am
I would def get the hot pink!!!!! love it!
August 2nd, 2011 at 9:07 am
I love the white!
August 2nd, 2011 at 9:10 am
I think the blue would match my Monty’s eyes perfectly!!!
August 2nd, 2011 at 10:03 am
My sweet Jane would love a red one! She’s been stuck to our window during our move. Might as well make her more comfortable!
August 2nd, 2011 at 11:34 am
Great looking product! The white would look wonderful with Orca or Kismet lounging on it. And of course, the product is by Sumo, which is also the name of my beloved Main Coon who died last year. Great name for a great product.
August 2nd, 2011 at 12:02 pm
I’m a suck for orange, it just livens up a space
August 2nd, 2011 at 1:27 pm
White is nice. My 3 cats would all love this for window gazing!
August 2nd, 2011 at 4:38 pm
Platinum is the color we like. What a cozy, comfy lounge!
August 2nd, 2011 at 6:18 pm
Neon orange, definitely!
August 2nd, 2011 at 6:49 pm
Platinum would be perfect for us: show off the pretty white tummy fur while he’s on it, yet won’t show off what he’s shed. And it looks mighty comfy, too.