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The best ergonomic office chairs

Set yourself up for success. - by Lucy Francis
  • 06 Dec 2021

The home office. A room where many of us have come to spend the better part of our lives, for better or worse!

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Given that some of us are spending 38-plus hours working every week, it's fair to say that having a set-up that not only allows for productivity but is ergonomically viable, is incredibly important. And possibly the most vital tool to assure this? Getting your office chair right.

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What is an ergonomic chair?

As with any ergonomic furniture, an ergonomic chair is essentially one that allows you to adjust it so your body can sit in its natural position. You should be able to adjust the seat height and depth, the back angle, back tilt, lumbar support and even a headrest to properly support your neck.

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What to look for

When it comes to selecting your office chair, there are a number of things you should be taking into consideration.

Height – look for something adjustable - you'll know you've hit the ergonomic sweet spot when your knees are bent at 90 degrees with your feet flat on the ground.

Materials – go for breathable and easy to clean.

Cushion – choose something that doesn't immediately sink when you sit on it, better quality foam will last much longer!

Depth – while often overlooked, the depth of the seat is one of the most important elements. If the seat is too long, you'll be inclined to prop yourself forward, but if it's too short, your legs won't have proper support. Aim to have two to four fingers between your knee and the edge of the seat.

Back support – your spine should be supported from top to bottom. Make sure your lower back sits comfortably against the lower lumbar support.

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The roundup

We've done the hard work for you and rounded up six of the best office chairs on the market that will complement your space and leave you feeling as productive as ever!

1. Supreme in charcoal black, $669, Ergotune

Supreme charcoal black office chair

Why we love it: ErgoTune's Supreme features 11 points of adjustments – so every body type can enjoy that perfect ergonomic fit. Whether you tend to sit upright to stare at a screen or leaning forward to draw, the Supreme can be adjusted to your activity throughout the day.

2. ALEFJÄLL chair, $299, IKEA

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Why we love it: comfort meets style in this ultra-cushioned, genuine grade leather chair. The seat and back both tilt and the height is totally adjustable.

3. Virtue office chair, $325, Koala

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Why we love it: is there anything Koala doesn't get right? The Virtue office chair has extra padding, which definitely equals extra comfort (and stamina!). The beauty of Koala is their 120-night trial – so if it's not quite right, you can send it back!

4. Gabe office chair, $374, Brosa

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Why we love it: inspiration is sure to hit in this designer chair from Brosa. The fabric is easy to clean - perfect for modern households!

5. OREN office chair, $199, Freedom

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Why we love it: Freedom's Oren office chair ticks both boxes when it comes to functionality and aesthetics. Offering adjustable height and a curved seat back design for back support, Oren makes for a great WFH addition.

6. OOS Living MECH Ergonomic Office Chair, $349, Amazon

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Why we love it: when it comes to ergonomics, this is the gold standard. With commercial-grade, breathable mesh, a 4 locking tilt position, extra lumbar support, and adjustable height, and arms, it really doesn't get much comfier than this.

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