Is the recliner easy to set up?

Yes, Interio by Godrej provides an installation team; setup takes around 30 minutes.

Does it need a power connection?

Yes, it requires a nearby plug point for motorised functions and USB ports.

Is the seat comfortable for long use?

Comfortable, though the seat cushioning could be slightly deeper for extended lounging.

Can it fit in living rooms?

Better suited for study rooms, dens, or offices; looks less at home in living spaces.

Tried and tested: I used the Interio by Godrej TuneIn Motorised 1-Seater Fabric Recliner Chair for 60 days

The Interio by Godrej TuneIn recliner blends motorised convenience with sturdy build and subtle design. Ideal for personal corners, tech users, and more!

Published on: Jan 25, 2026, 12:00:09 IST

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Lately, I have found myself testing and reclining on far too many recliner chairs and sofas than I ever planned to. The Interio by Godrej TuneIn happened to be my first fully motorised option, and I will admit it changed my expectations very quickly. Once you get used to adjusting your seat without effort, manual recliners start feeling oddly demanding. I have reached a level of comfort-driven laziness that I did not see coming, and I say that with full awareness.

Interio by Godrej TuneIn recliner with USB ports, motorised adjustments, and muted brown fabric fits perfectly in a home office or reading corner. (Hindustan Times)

By Neha Ravi Khandelwal

Neha Khandelwal
Content Lead, HT Travel | Travel & Lifestyle Journalist
With over 10 years of content writing experience, Neha Khandelwal is a lifestyle journalist and the Content Lead at HT Travel. She specialises in destinations, hotels, aviation, luggage, travel gear, and practical guides that help readers plan smarter and travel better. Her work combines first-hand experience, expert insights, and extensive research to create stories that are informative, useful, and easy to follow.

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Neha began her writing career as a freelance journalist in 2010 before entering mainstream media with The Times of India in 2022. She later joined Hindustan Times, where she has written extensively across travel, lifestyle, home, and consumer trends. Her professional background extends beyond journalism. Before moving into digital media full-time, she spent nearly a decade in interior design, managing residential projects from concept to execution. She also trained in visual merchandising with Shoppers Stop and Pantaloons and worked with women-led startups across design and operations. These experiences continue to shape her storytelling, especially in how she evaluates hotels, design-led stays, hospitality spaces, and travel experiences.

A naturally curious learner, Neha has completed beginner certifications in pottery, scuba diving, baking, creative writing, and other creative pursuits. She has read more than 2,000 books, trained in Bharatanatyam for 8 years, and ghostwritten a book on Ladakh tourism.

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Travel is at the heart of Neha's work. She covers destinations, hotels, airlines, luggage, packing strategies, travel accessories, and emerging travel trends through a mix of reporting, product testing, and conversations with industry experts. A frequent traveller herself, she approaches every trip with a journalist's curiosity and a planner's mindset, focusing on experiences that readers can realistically recreate. From choosing the right cabin bag to decoding hotel openings and destination trends, her writing prioritises practical advice over promotional claims. Her background in interior design also gives her a distinct perspective on architecture, hospitality design, boutique hotels, luxury stays, and thoughtfully designed spaces.

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Neha holds a Master's degree in Interior Design. Her early experience in interior design, visual merchandising, and design operations gives her a unique understanding of aesthetics, functionality, and user experience, adding depth to her coverage of hotels, resorts, and travel spaces.

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Design, build quality and aesthetics

At first glance, I was not convinced. The chair felt too structural, almost upright, and not immediately inviting. I missed that instant sink-in feeling, and the brown fabric came across as muted in a way I was unsure about. That hesitation did not last long.

Living with it revealed the intent behind the design. The wooden frame, built with plywood and pinewood, gives it a reassuring sense of longevity. The motorised mechanism changes the experience entirely. With a single button, the foam softens, the cushioning loosens up, and the chair turns surprisingly plush. The sink-in factor matters to me more than I care to admit, and this one delivers once you understand it.

Over time, the restrained colour palette began to make sense. It rests easily on the eyes and does not feel dated or loud. I eventually placed it in my home office, where it became my go-to seat for breaks and occasional work avoidance.

Assembling the Interio by Godrej TuneIn Motorised 1-Seater Fabric Recliner Chair (Hindustan Times)

Using the Interio by Godrej TuneIn recliner every day

The daily experience took a little settling in. The initial setup was not as straightforward as I expected, and I did need help. Godrej sent an installation team that had the recliner ready in about thirty minutes, which made a difference.

Since it is motorised, placement needs some planning. You either need a nearby plug point or an extension cord, and that choice affects how freely you can move around it.

Once connected, the chair is intuitive. The recline, headrest, and lumbar adjustments are easy to control, and the USB and Type-C port is genuinely useful for charging a phone or resting a tablet. The standout detail for me is the single-button reset. One press and the chair returns to an upright position, which removes any fuss when you are done.

Rotation took time to adjust to, especially with wires at the back, but after minor rearranging, it settled into a smooth and comfortable routine.

The finer details of the Interio by Godrej TuneIn recliner (https://interio.com/)

Ease of operation sits at the centre of my Interio by Godrej TuneIn review

The controls are intuitive, responsive, and quick to learn. Nothing feels over-engineered. From adjusting positions to resetting the chair, the experience stays smooth, predictable, and reassuringly simple.

What I liked

My appreciation for the Interio by Godrej TuneIn came from daily use rather than first impressions. The motorised controls remove any strain and make adjusting the chair feel instinctive after the first few uses.

Installation was smoother than expected, largely due to responsive customer support that handled the setup without fuss. The USB and Type-C charging port sounds like a small addition, but it proves useful far more often than I imagined, especially during long sitting hours.

The quick reset button deserves a special mention. It makes the chair easy for children to use without supervision and brings everything back to an upright position in seconds. That simplicity adds real value.

What I missed

What I missed came down largely to visual presence. The overall form could feel more considered for a living room setting. I can see this fitting comfortably in a study, den, or office corner, but it feels harder to place in a shared seating space without it looking slightly out of context.

Interio by Godrej does offer sofa-style recliners that suit living areas far better, so this feels more like a matter of choosing correctly within the range. I also found myself wishing for slightly deeper cushioning on the seat. It is comfortable, just not indulgent enough for longer lounging sessions.

Is it worth the ₹1 lakh+ price tag?

Honestly, at the full price, I would pause. Unless this recliner is available at a discount, I would personally look at other options within Godrej’s own range that offer better value for money. The USB and Type-C ports do not tip the scale for me. They feel more like an added extra than a real reason to spend over a lakh.

I would rather choose something at half the price and rely on a portable charger when needed. That said, this is a personal call. From a quality and comfort standpoint, the chair does not fall short. The build feels dependable, and the experience of using it daily is smooth and satisfying. If the features speak to how you relax at home, it is still worth considering.

Who should buy it?

This recliner makes sense for someone who enjoys clean-lined furniture and is comfortable using tech-driven features daily. I see it working well for gadget-heavy users who like to lounge while scrolling, reading, or watching something on a device. It suits personal corners more than shared seating areas.

(The products featured in this review were provided to HT Shop Now by the brand for testing and evaluation. Our opinions remain independent and based on our personal experience with the items.)