Entertainment Center Console: Storage vs Style
By Home Zone Furniture | Published: 2026-10-24
Category: Comparisons
Compare top entertainment center consoles from Home Zone Furniture. Learn the trade-offs between storage capacity, style, and price to find your ideal TV console.
Quick answer
For maximum storage and a modern look, choose the Samuel Dove 72" Console. For rustic charm and a lower price, the 60" Island Entertainment Console is a solid choice.
Storage vs. Style: The Core Trade-Off
When choosing an entertainment center console, you often have to decide between ample storage for media components and a design that complements your room. The two consoles compared here highlight this trade-off clearly.
Trade-Offs at a Glance
- Storage Capacity: The 72" Samuel Dove offers more surface area and potential storage for larger TVs and more components. The 60" Island console provides a more compact footprint. Measure your TV width and count your devices before deciding.
- Style and Construction: Samuel Dove has a more versatile, modern-adjacent look. The Island console is distinctly rustic with hand-finished solid pine, meaning each piece is unique. Choose the style that matches your existing décor.
- Price: The Samuel Dove 72" Console is priced higher (catalog comparison price $599, now $401.33) while the 60" Island Console is more budget-friendly (catalog comparison price $449, now $273.89). The Island console saves over $125, but you sacrifice width and a more neutral design.
Product Facts
- Samuel Dove 72" Console: The Samuel Dove 72" Console is a 72-inch wide media console that can also serve as an accent chest or TV stand. Its generous width provides a large surface for a big TV and ample space for media components, making it ideal for a home theater setup.
Samuel Dove 72" Console - 60" Island Entertainment Console: The 60" Island Entertainment Console is made from solid pine with hand-finished, one-of-a-kind detailing, offering old-world character. Each piece is unique, adding rustic charm to your living room, but the solid pine construction and finish mean it's best for a space that embraces a traditional or farmhouse aesthetic.
60" Island Entertainment Console
Which One Fits You?
Best for
- Home theater enthusiasts needing a wide surface for a large TV and multiple components
- Buyers who prefer a modern or transitional style and want maximum storage
Not for
- Anyone seeking a compact, budget-friendly console with rustic character
- Rooms where a smaller footprint and unique hand-finished look are more important than maximum width
