No boat is possible to travel on without any seats. You definitely need seats on a boat that can support your weight, keep you comfortable, and prevent you from falling off as most of the time, you'll be sitting while the boat is moving through the water. Standing or moving around, especially in smaller boats such as a Stacer tinny, can be dangerous since it makes the boat rock and unsteady with all the motion and weight shifting around.

When it comes to boat seats, there are many different styles and levels of comfort to choose from. Picking the right seats for you entirely depends on you and the level of comfort you want to enjoy as well as the style that you are looking for.

Aside from that, it could also depend on the amount of money you are willing to spend on a new boat seat. You can buy a new seat for under a hundred dollars or splurge your money for a thousand-dollar seat.

Below is a short list of the common types of boat seats that you can usually find in small or trailerable boats. Knowing the different types of seats and their functionality will help you decide on what boat seats to choose.

Bench Seats

These seats are commonly found in all types of boats. Bench seats have different styles that make them suitable for every boat. They are either made with aluminium, plastic, or wood. The great thing about benches is that they can seat multiple people or allow a person to lie down. Some boats even make use of the space under the bench as storage.

Captain’s Chairs

These are probably the most well-known boat seats since it is located at the console of the boat. For example, side console, centre console, and dual console boats like Stacer Sea Runner boats have a captain’s chair in them. There are many different types of captain’s chairs to choose from and adjustable to fit anyone who will sit on them. The price range usually ranges from a hundred dollars to a thousand.

Lounge Seats

Yachts, bowriders such as a Stacer Crossfire, and pontoon boats are just some of the boats that have comfortable lounge seats where passengers can chill and relax. These seats allow people to stretch their legs and sprawl their bodies comfortably. These are the perfect seats for reading a book, having a gabfest with friends and family, sipping your drinks, or catching some forty winks when you’re feeling sleepy.

Swivel Seats

This type of seat is typically found on fishing boats such as a Stacer Outlaw, so it makes it easier for the fisherman to move around while fishing. These seats are smaller than a captain’s chair with a lower backrest. Some swivels have armrests, can turn 360 degrees, or have self-lubricating swivel bearings.

Flip-Flop Seats

These types of seats are what you typically see on fishing boats and recreational boats and they are very comfortable. They usually come with a storage area underneath the seat (the seat cushion is removable) to store your boat accessories to help maximise the space in your boat. Some are even insulated so you can use them as a cooler.