The majority of our picks come in both barstool and counter-stool height options. In addition to our approximate $100 to $500 price range (and we found a couple for less), I considered the ...

The counter heights range from 44-47 inches, giving you a stool seat height from 31-38 inches. With all of these ranges, always make sure you have at least 9 inches and really no more than 13 inches.

However, if you use a bar stool, which typically has a seat height of about 32 inches, there won't be enough room for your legs, making the combination uncomfortable and impractical,” she says.