Leader Accessories Elite Folding Boat Seat (2) Review

The Elite High Back Folding Boat Seat comes as a pair for $129.99, discounted from $149.99. It's the tallest seat in Leader Accessories' folding lineup, with a 21.5-inch backrest meant to give more back support than low-back models — a sensible upgrade for long stretches on a fishing or cruising boat.

Each seat pairs waterproof, UV-resistant marine-grade vinyl with a compression foam cushion for comfort and support. The frame uses high-impact injection-molded plastic reinforced by aluminum hinges, which the brand says gives smooth folding and extra durability. When not in use, the backrest folds down and secures with the included tie-down strap for compact storage. At 17.5"W x 15"D x 21.5"H, the seats mount on the standard 5" x 5" bolt pattern, and mounting screws and washers are supplied.

Shipping is available within the 48 continental United States only — no Alaska, Hawaii, PO Boxes, APO/FPO, or international orders. Free shipping applies at $70 and above; below that it's a flat $10, with 1-2 business days of processing and 2-6 business days in transit. The return window is 30 days for regular-priced items, with prepaid labels only for defective or wrong shipments. Because these seats are currently sold at a discount, they count as sale items and can't be returned under the brand's policy.

Specifications

How it compares

The High Back Folding Fishing Boat Seats (Set of 2) is $129.99 with $139.99 crossed out and has the same 17.5"W x 15"D x 21.5"H, with 4 screws and five colors listed, but was Sold Out. The High Back Fold-Down Fishing Boat Seats (2 Seats) is $129.99 with $159.99 crossed out, is 23 in tall overall at 17"W x 15.5"D, and was Sold Out. All three pairs cost the same; this is the one in stock and the only one that lists washers as well as screws.

Shipping, returns and warranty

• Where it ships: the 48 continental US states only (not Alaska or Hawaii), and not to PO Boxes or military addresses (APO, FPO). Confirm the address before ordering: later changes may cost extra.
• Shipping fee and time: free from $70, otherwise $10. Processing takes 1-2 business days, then delivery takes 2-6 business days by USPS, UPS or another carrier, with tracking by email. The policy adds that the store usually runs promotions that make shipping free on most items, without saying which. Report a shipping problem to [email protected] within 30 days of ordering.
• Return window: 30 days from receipt to request a return or exchange. Ask the store for the return address first; the item goes back in its original packaging, in a condition that does not stop it being resold.
• Who pays return shipping: the store sends a prepaid label only for a defective, incorrect or incomplete item, and only after it accepts the request; for a return for any other reason you pay the freight. For a wrong item it reimburses the return shipping fee once the item is back.
• Refunds: to the original payment method once the warehouse has inspected the return; the credit can take 7 to 10 more business days to post. A $10 shipping fee comes off the refund when the remaining products on the order are worth under $30, and the policy does not say whether a full return counts.
• Exchanges and cancellations: an exchange is possible only within 24 hours of ordering, before the parcel ships, and if the item is in stock; a processed order cannot be cancelled.
• Not returnable: sale items and gift cards, plus custom products, perishables, personal care goods and hazardous materials. The policy does not say what counts as a sale item.
• Warranty: none stated. The terms of service sell products "as is" and "as available" and disclaim implied warranties, including durability and fitness for a purpose. Leader Accessories is both the brand and the store, and the /pages/warranty, /pages/faq, /pages/faqs and /pages/contact addresses returned 404 pages on 2026-10-25.
• Prices and errors: the terms let the store change prices without notice, correct errors in descriptions, prices or shipping charges, and cancel an order even after it is placed; they also say on-screen colors may not be accurate.

Where the pages disagree

• Shipping speed: the banner on Leader's product pages says "Free Same-Day Shipping over $70", while the shipping policy sets 1-2 business days of processing before a 2-6 day delivery window.
• Returns and exchanges: the banner says "30-Day Easy Return & Exchange", while the refund policy allows an exchange only within 24 hours of ordering and before shipment, and excludes sale items.
• Money-back wording: the refund page is headed "30-Day Money-Back Guarantee", yet the text under it covers defective, incorrect or incomplete items and puts return freight for any other reason on you.
• Two clocks: shipping problems must be reported within 30 days of ordering, while the return window runs 30 days from receipt.
• Who explains the terms: the refund policy ends by reserving the store's right to explain its own terms.

For this listing

The page shows $129.99 with $149.99 crossed out. The policy does not say whether that makes it a "sale item", so ask [email protected] before ordering if you might need to return it. At that price the order ships free.