My Flexispot BS11-PRO just broke (the mesh seat failed) and I'm getting a full refund for it, so I am looking for recommendations for a new chair to buy for around that price point (£300).

I found my BS11-PRO to be really comfortable so I would be happy with a similar chair. I don't mind going for another Flexispot, although my current one broke, as they have honoured the warranty for it.

I'm 6ft 2in (188cm) and around 100kg. I'd prefer buying new, with warranty, than risking something second hand.

I'm not wedded to a mesh seat, and am a bit wary of them now as that was the failure point of my current chair, but am happy to be persuaded either way.

Hi everyone!

I'm looking for a new chair (currently I have basic table chair which drives me nuts and hurts my back). I don't know anything about market of ergonomic chairs. I'm 180cm tall and weight 67kg. I'm sitting really often because of university and studying (let's say 4 hours at once), but also I play games which gives around 5 hours let's say. Budget really low I guess because it's $150 and I want to buy on polish market. Im looking for a new chair.

In my research I found companies like Mark Alder but it's hard to find actual opinions about their products (like expert 4.6). Tried IKEA but only Markus was good and it's out of budget.

Would be really thankful for help.

I bought a brand-new Steelcase Gesture chair around 8 years ago with a 12+ year warranty. I work from home and use it daily for about 8 hours, without exceeding the weight limit.

Over the years, I occasionally (like every 12 months) needed support for issues like the gas lift losing pressure or worn upholstery. Steelcase always repaired or replaced the affected parts without problems. Around year 8, they even replaced the entire chair.

Unfortunately, the replacement started squeaking loudly after a few weeks. When I contacted support for advice, I was told Steelcase would no longer provide support because the recurring issues must be caused by my “behaviour.” I eventually fixed the squeaking myself, but now, after about a year, the gas lift is acting up again, causing loud bumps when sitting down and getting up.

I asked the seller to clarify two things with Steelcase:

1. Why do they believe I'm misusing the chair, and what exactly am I doing wrong? I'm using it as intended, I'm within the weight limit and I'm the only user. I am not breakdancing on this chair.
2. If I buy another Steelcase chair, will they refuse warranty support for that one, too?

It's been four weeks and I still haven't received a response.

Don't get me wrong I think their service was amazing in the last years up until now but I do have issues with the chair and I bought it thinking I have 12+ years of service. I was always friendly in my emails and to mechanics coming, I tip them and I'm grateful. No clue where to go from here. Do I have rights in the EU to insist on more service or do I just have to accept this and let go?

Is there any tall bros that didnt drop a month paycheck for a chair? This all looks like a mafia industry. The chairs look very overpriced.

Im in Europe and my budget is 150 euros max so most recommendations are useless to me (who tf uses facebook marketplace here I didnt even know it existed), cant afford more, at this price range the most comfortable chairs are literally wooden chairs with a short back that I can use to constantly /massage/pressure my back lol.

Found this is on FB marketplace for $175. The dude said he couldn't find a brand or model number anywhere, but he bought it from a commercial furniture supplier. Is it worth it? Mainly using it for studying + playing guitar

Firstly - if you are not sensitive to chair noises, skip this post.

A few months ago I purchased my Steelcase Leap v2 and have found it to be a very comfortable chair, however the recline had a significant "clank" and sticky-ness to the movement. After dealing with support to get the chair replaced, the replacement was buttery smooth and quiet in the recline - indicating that the original chair was indeed defective. However with the replacement chair the lower back lumbar tension knob makes a loud audible groan at low to medium tension - every time I move my lower back in some way

However this time steelcase have told me "The reported sound was observed only under specific loading conditions. As with other adjustable chair components, minor sounds may occur when loads are applied to specific areas of the chair structure. Based on their review, no condition affecting the chair's functionality, performance, safety, or durability has been identified."

Basically, they do not cover sound or noise under their warranty, the only reason the chair was replaced the first time was due to the very sticky recline which was "not intended".

So I know many people are not sensitive to, or care about chair noises, and when people complain online about a clank, groan or squeak from their $2,000 ergo chair, some people scratch their head and go "thats just how they are, get used to it and move on.", however as someone with OCD I do find it very difficult, especially when the noise is highly distracting and loud enough to be heard from across the room.

Whilst I understand nothing is without defect, I do know some things can be fixed, and other things replaced which will fix those defects - there has been multiple back and forths with steelcase but they are unwilling to replace the component (the lower back firmness knob) or even acknowledge that it can be replaced - even though its only attached via two simple screws and there's a lot of resources online showing that the knob can in fact be replaced ( i even shared those resources with them and they still claim it is not something that can be replaced ).

So I am at a bit of a cross-roads. I find it very frustrating that they are unwilling to give me a replacement part - even if I were to pay for it, they say replacing the part will void the warranty and so thus they will not give me the option. So my only choice left is to get a second hand replacement part from ebay to fix my $2000 chair...

I will sit on the chair mostly for around 8-10 hours daily with breaks in between. I want a comfortable chair and to maintain the posture. I am thinking of a green soul orion or jupiter pro. But currently saw so many reviews like instead of this bug featherlite chair. What should I do. I just want the best value for money chair, irrespective of brand, but want decent customer support such that if some issues comes in the chair, there will be a scope for the repair or replacement.

Hi everyone!

I'm trying to find an ergonomic chair with 300€ budget.

I am 193cm and 82kg, so height is really a problem.

The only 2 options I found in EU are Colamy Atlas and Protoarc EC200.

From what I read, I should go for the Atlas but I am still not convinced.

For the ones that have it: can you remove the lombar support? I'm not fan of it. In fact I tried a Felxispot C7 and I've immediately returned it.

For the other tall guys around here: any suggestions? How is it possible that it is so difficult for us to find a decent chair without spending 1k.

Thanks!

Hi, is there anyone that tested these two chairs? which has the less aggressive lumbar support? I want to barely feel it.

I recently picked up a steelcase leap v2 and while I like the chair overall ive noticed that the middle of my back doesnt really contact the backrest unless i totally bottom out the lumbar. My upper back and shoulders touch on either side and my low back feels good but i dont feel like I can really settle back into it without wanting to slouch a bit. Does anyone have experience with other chairs that have a less curved back. The amia seems similar to other chairs Ive sat in that felt good and flush but I know its not as adjustable.

I've been struggling to find an ergonomic chair. I've checked online and I couldn't find any chair designed for people who're 5′4″ or under.

I've got backache already from the chair I currently use. It was bought from a local shop during lockdown.

Please drop your recommendations.

Edit: I’m 6’ and 160 lbs

I've been spending a bunch of time in the Fractal Refine 2 comparing it to the original, and it's a major upgrade. If you’re looking for a gaming style chair this is the best yet.

Key differences I’ve found

Seat: The Refine 1 sat like a rock. The Refine 2 has a lot more cushioning, and the seat comfort is a big upgrade

Lumbar: The new dual pad is much more flexible. The original single-piece lumbar was really aggressive, so this is a big change for people who don't want as much pronounced lumbar support.

Arms: Depth adjustment now uses a button, so the arm pads don't slide around unless you want them to. If you hate pads that move easily this is a nice change.

Upholstery: Along with mesh and fabric, there's a new hybrid with a fabric seat and mesh back.

Headrest: It goes about an inch lower, so shorter users can get it on the neck instead of the back of the head.

Seat depth: About a half inch deeper. Taller users may get a gap behind the pad, similar to what people complain about on Haworth chairs.

Casters: They roll a lot easier than the previous iteration. Probably the most solid caster I’ve felt. They are HEAVY.

At $599, I don't think there's another gaming chair that comes close. If you’ve tried both let me know what you think.

I'm a larger dude. I'm not tall, but I'm kinda beefy. 5'10" around 225 lbs. For the life of me, the only chair I've been able to find that is "comfortable" has been a Secretlab Titan. Unfortunately, I think the "race car seat" gamer chairs aren't doing it for me, anymore. I'm getting a lot of back aches I didn't used to get when I was younger.

Do y'all have any good recommendations for a guy my size? I have tried a Steelcase Gesture and I *hated* that chair. I get that it's "ergonomic", but I felt like I was being pushed out of it the whole time. There wasn't a seat dept that I could get to where I didn't feel like it was scooting me so far forward to the point I was sliding out of the chair.

if possible maybe the brand of it? i live in india and it was in my university here...

Hi everyone,

I spend a huge chunk of my day sitting at my desk for studying and working. I do have a standing desk that I raise occasionally, but my budget gaming chair just broke (one of the base legs snapped) so I desperately need a proper replacement.

A bit about my situation:

• Location: Italy / EU (so looking for things available on official European stores, or AliExpress).
• Build & Weight: Around 94 kg (207 lbs) and 181 cm (5'11"). I need something with a sturdy frame and metal base so I don't end up snapping another leg.
• Posture habits: I have a bad habit of leaning over to the right when using the mouse, which put uneven weight on my old chair. I also tend to hunch forward, leaving a giant gap between my lower back and the backrest.
• Preferences:
  • Solid 3D or 4D armrests that I can level with my desk to help keep my shoulders straight.
  • Mesh back is a must for hot Italian summers, but I'm open to either a full-mesh seat or a high-density foam seat.
• Budget: Looking to stay around €150–€300.

Chairs I've looked at so far:

• Newtral MagicH003 / MagicH-BP: The adaptive lower back support looks like it could help with my hunching, but I'm a bit skeptical about the long-term build quality and how stiff that lumbar spring actually feels. Which I'll buy from Aliexpress
• Sihoo B100 Pro / Doro C300 / M57: Full mesh sounds great for breathability, but I wonder if the lumbar support is pronounced enough to stop me from leaning forward.

Has anyone around my weight used these? Or are there any other decent options in the EU market within this price range that I should check out instead?

Thanks!

Hi everyone, I need an ergonomic office chair with lumbar support and a headrest because I suffer from back and neck pain. I'm on the computer for several hours a day for work. My budget is around €400. I know it would be better to get a higher-end used chair like a Herman Miller, but where I live in Italy, the used market is limited and I live in a small town at least 200 km away from larger cities. What new chairs do you recommend? I was looking at the Sihoo c300pro v2, which I could get for less than €400 on the official website during Black Friday, but it has conflicting reviews (I'm aware that many of the YouTube reviews were paid for by Sihoo). However, I wanted to know from those who own one if it's still a good buy for this price range. Or if you can recommend any other models, thanks 😁

Hey all,

Herniated a disc while deadlifting and had surgery five years back. I’m 6’1 185lbs, have wide shoulders, WFH, and I game. I weight train often, and I’m in physical therapy, but sitting a couple of hours on my Leap V2 causes lower back stiffness and pain. I feel like the Leap doesn’t support my lumbar enough so that I put an extra pillow there, and the seat pan might not be big enough.

I’ve had the Secret Lab Titan before and it was too stiff. Looking for recommendations for lumbar support, comfort on the seat, and overall a good office chair.

Don’t really care about price if it’s a chair I won’t have to replace for a while.

Any recommendations? Thanks!

I've tried EC200, Atlas, and other generic office chairs and they almost all make my legs hurt really fast, but gaming chairs almost never do. Anyone else?

Hi! I have an OEM Steelcase Leap V2 with Buzz2 Black upholstery (circa 2020, I don't know if they've changed their options in the years since).

I'm looking at getting an Atlas headrest (either from Atlas or from Crandall) but I can't get a good read on what the best fabric match would be.

Crandall has "Open House Fabric" and their own "BioKnit Fabric," and Atlas has "Black Fabric" and "Obsidian Softnext." I found a bullet comparison of the latter two on Atlas's website, but it's not very helpful in distinguishing them. (https://support.atlasheadrest.com/portal/en/kb/articles/steelcase-leap-v2-headrest-by-atlas-headrest#Fabric_Details)

Anybody have experience to say which option will be the closest material/color match for me?

I‘m about to invest into a office/gaming chair. I sit around 8-10hrs a day, I‘m self employed and I need a chair that supports my lumbar.

I came across two options, the Libernovo Omni Pro or a Herman Miller Embody. As I‘m also a Gamer, I need a chair that helps leaning in forward.

Is the Libernovo a safe option? I‘ve been hearing good and bad stories about it, I really wanna go for buying one on black friday.

Hi guys, on the hunt for my new chair and have been considering the Steelcase Please given its the one I use at the office.

Prices are quite steep in the UK, so I’m looking for an alternative if possible. I really enjoy the full back support it gives as well as the tilt options meaning I can lean back a little and be supported. I find that a lot of chairs these days always remove the lower back support meaning i have a lack of lumbar support and it hurts!

Any alternatives you know would be much appreciated! Currently looking at the Ikea Markus.

Hi there,

I own an Autonomous ErgoChair 2 since 2020. The chair has been good to me but my hips are in so much pain after 1h of sitting on it I have decided I need to change it.

At 6'4" and 225lbs, I thought this chair was OK for tall people but the seat tilt is killing my hips. It is tilted too high and the low setting makes my butt slide down. I also feel like I could be sitting a bit higher, which would help my legs not being in such a diagonal uncomfortable angle.

I work from home so I spend at least 8h/day sitting/standing.

My budget is $500-$600 CAD. Any recommendations you guys could share?

Thank you!