I'm currently in the market for a new stool, but I'm having trouble deciding.

I like this one, but I'm concerned a hard stool may lead to discomfort.

Here is a soft stool. A soft, brown stool has a certain appeal to it.

This stool is also soft, but I don't know if the red,
almost bloody, upholstery will clash with my decor.
There's a chance that this bloody stool
could really tie the living room together.

This has GOT to be one of the biggest stool samples I've come across.

Finally, this is a contemporary stool by Finnish designer Lars Runni.
I'm just not sure that I can afford the high cost of a Runni Stool at this point.