15 Best TV Trays for Casual Dinners at Home

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This five-piece tray set, which retails for well over $100 at other retailers, is a staple among “best-of” lists across the internet, and for good reason: It boasts a rich, attractive walnut finish, durable water protection, and four snack tables that are large enough for any meal you can whip up. When you’re finished, you can slide them all into the included stand for storage.  

One happy customer wrote that, while her husband isn’t the most handy, “he quickly had the stand put together perfectly,” and appreciates that this set is “sturdy, large, and not cheap-looking.”

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As one of the most attractive designs on our list, no one would blame you for leaving Three Posts’ wooden tray up at all times, but it’s also got foldable legs that easily flatten it out should you need to store it away. We love the beautiful antique walnut finish, as well as the fact that it includes a removable serving tray (with handles!) for added convenience.

Reviewers gave this table high praise for its aesthetics, calling it “beautifully finished,” “high quality,” and “classic.” They also say it’s “sturdy,” and the “perfect size if you don’t have a lot of space.”

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If you’re looking for a TV tray that doubles as an attractive side table, this lovely design by Universal Expert is our pick. We love its clean, modern aesthetic that will add style to any room, thanks to its neutral wood and white color scheme. If you don’t have the space to display it at all times, it does conveniently fold up for easy storage, and the detachable serving tray can be used with the base as a table, or separately for luxurious meals in bed.

Reviewers on Wayfair called this table “practical and pretty,” “stylish and functional,” and “easy to clean,” with one commenter mentioning how much she appreciates that it comes fully assembled.

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This ingenious TV tray table is an absolute game-changer when it comes to providing stability for elderly people or those with limited mobility. Its star feature is its safety handle, which can accommodate up to 250 pounds of pressure, and offers balance and support to anyone who may find it difficult to stand up after being seated. Other things we like about it are the bamboo tabletop, which can rotate and swivel 360 degrees, and the fact that the base, safety handle, and tray table are all fully adjustable. Bonus: This device comes with a built-in cup holder and storage compartment, and, according to the manufacturer, it’s simple to assemble, with no additional tools required.

Several reviewers called this TV tray “perfect” for their family members with Parkinson’s, and many wrote that it’s super easy to set-up. Best of all, a lot of customers with limited mobility mentioned how much more “independent” they feel since purchasing this chair.

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If you struggle with mobility issues, you can’t go wrong with this brilliantly-designed tray table by Signature Life, which has a bamboo tray top with 360-degree swivel, allowing you to push it out of your way when you need to stand. It’s adjustable to fit under couches, chairs, and lift recliners, and supports up to 250 pounds. Other convenient features include a drink holder and storage trays for things like glasses, remotes, and your phone.

One reviewer purchased this chair for her mother, who only has use of one arm, and said it’s “perfect for her,” and that from “eating to assisting her with getting up from the chair, it meets all of her special needs.”

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Unlike your run-of-the-mill collapsible models, this all-in-one tray is built to look like a piece of stagnant furniture that will blend right into your living space. Its sleek black metal base easily slips beneath most standard couches, and there’s an attractive wooden top that can be positioned 12 different ways, should you like an angled surface for reading or drawing. Best of all, it comes with handy shelves for added storage, and lockable casters for effortless transportation between rooms!

One satisfied customer said, “The tilting tray is great for my laptop,” and appreciates that “it stays in place as shown.” She’s also a fan of the extra storage!

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Sleek, modern lines set this Gold Flamingo find apart from the rest of the pack. It’s got a lightweight chrome metal base and a removable white wood top, with a silhouette that’s just the right height for enjoying your evening meal with a side of streaming. It does fold up, but it’s so pretty, you might just want to keep it on display at all times!

“Beautiful” is a recurring word used in reviews for this table, and one customer said, “It makes for a wonderful additional table for entertaining!” Shoppers also appreciated the removable tray, and that its lightweight design makes it portable.

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This handy contraption can be as slim or as wide as you like (up to 24 inches across), thanks to an expandable design that allows you to adjust your tray to accommodate an extra-large meal, a coloring book, or your computer. You can also slide its base under the couch to save on space and keep your room clutter-free.  

Satisfied shoppers say this TV tray is “easy to put together” and that it’s “strong and stable.” Many also commented on how much they love the fact that it extends for more surface area.

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This refined piece will not only look like a classy end table when clipped under the bottom of your couch, it comes equipped with four wheels that allow you to take it with you as you move about the house. Bring it to the kitchen, set up your food, and wheel it right over to the sofa! It also comes in five different wood finishes to choose from, so you can pick one that best complement’s your home’s color scheme.

Fans of this TV tray love how it “rolls easily from place to place on casters,” and that, no matter how unhandy you may be, it can be “put together in a matter of minutes.” One even called it “durable” and “sturdy” despite it also being “lightweight.”

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Little ones will adore the fun chevron pattern that adorns these indoor/outdoor tray tables, which come in a set of two. They feature an easy-to-clean, water- and stain-resistant surface for any accidental messes, non-marring feet to avoid floor scratching, and conveniently fold away when they’re not in use.

Happy shoppers love that these tables are “perfect for picnics and both indoor and outdoor use,” calling them “sturdy and stylish” and “versatile and pretty!” Reviews also say that they’re “easy to open, close, and tuck away.”

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Dinner for one? Skip the airs and settle in with this simple-yet-functional pick by The Twillery Co. Fitting over your lap, it’s got space for your plate or bowl, your beverage — we particularly love the built-in cup holder — your remote, and more. It’s ergonomically-designed to keep you comfortable, and its scratch- and water-resistant table top includes a handy slot for storing phones, tablets, and writing utensils. Since it comes in five colors, it’s sure to fit in with any room’s aesthetic, and because it’s made with sustainably-sourced materials, this is an eco-friendly piece you can feel good about using.

Reviewers say that this “small yet spacious” tray is great for working from home or remote schooling, as it’s the perfect size for holding a “large laptop” (and then some!). The cup holder is a popular feature, and one customer claims it’s “very sturdy and easily folds for easy storage.“

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This inexpensive tray table may look simple, but that’s what we like about it. Its clean, minimalist design will blend right in with any room, though you can easily fold it up and pack it away when it’s not in use. Perhaps best of all, though, is the fact that its legs can be adjusted to your preferred height, and that its U-shaped base slips right under your chair, sofa, or bed to save some space.

Wayfair shoppers “love how compact it gets,” along with the fact that it’s “very simple to put together,” “very light in weight,” and “easily transferable.”

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With over 14,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, this classic Table-Mate TV tray is a bestseller — and for good reason! At just over six pounds, it’s lightweight enough to go from room to room, or you can even fold it flat for easy transportation when you’re traveling. We love the fact that it comes with six height options and three tabletop angles, making it truly customizable to fit your comfort preferences. It also includes a “slide and glide” built-in cup holder, and the raised edge helps prevent any spills from getting onto the floor. And don’t be fooled by its thin design — it can hold up to 40 pounds, making it far sturdier than it looks!

Several reviewers said they purchased this table for their computers, having transitioned to remote work, though many also use it for meals. The major consensus is that it’s “solid and very stable,” but also “lightweight and easy to move from room to room.”

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If you’re working with a smaller space, but still want the expediency of a TV tray, this clever sofa arm tray will be just the ticket. Draping over the side of your couch or chair, it has plenty of space for your drink, phone, remotes, and more. We love that it comes with drink holders, and the fact that its flexible design allows it to fit over the arm of most any sofa.

One satisfied customer said, “It looks more expensive than it was,” and many reviewers call it “high quality” and “perfect for small spaces,” especially “when there is no room for an end table!” Another fan assured that it “doesn’t slip at all.”

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For a good old-fashioned take on the TV tray trend, check out this wooden piece by Latitude Run. Weighing in at just six pounds, it’s lightweight enough to carry from room to room. We love the added calming affect the pictured sea foam hue affords, though it’s also available in blue, coral, black, and white.

Some of the words reviewers have used to describe this table are “modern,” “pretty,” and “classy,” and many love that it comes fully assembled. They also say it folds easily (a plus for those with arthritis), and that it’s “well-made and sturdy.”