Best Office Chairs – Ensure Your Ergonomic Healthier Workspace! [Updated April 2020]

Most of us are engaged in backbreaking work. Yes, you read it right. Back. breaking. work. And we’re not talking about work that gets your hands dirty. We’re talking about those of us who slave away in front of a keyboard day in and day out. Sitting in front of your computer for more than five hours straight isn’t doing your back (or any other parts of your body, for that matter) any favors.

Scientists have already confirmed that there are health risks caused by sitting too much. However, unless your office is going to be open to spending a fortune on standing desks anytime soon, you might as well consider the next best thing – the perfect office chair.

Who would have thought that choosing the best office chair can ensure your comfort and productivity? Not to mention, you get a boost in your health too. With the right chair, you prevent unnecessary injuries such as spinal disc injury, carpal tunnel syndrome, and lower back pain. And now the question is, which chair is the right one? Well, we made our business to know the best office chairs. And here’s what we’ve found out.

Top 10 Office Chairs Of 2020 Reviewed

1. Flash Furniture Mid-Back Black Mesh Swivel Ergonomic Task Office Chair

Every office worker deserves a comfortable, functional chair. The Flash Furniture Mid-Back Black Mesh Swivel Ergonomic Task Office Chair is designed to do all that and more. The mesh back provides adequate ventilation for air circulation around the back so that you remain calm as you work. But it is not just the ventilation that makes the back to stand out. Instead, the back is also comfortable enough to support the spine. The chair comes with padded, comfortable flip-up arms to ensure minimal pressure while working. You may fold up the wings if you want an armless chair.

It comes with a waterfall seat with a somewhat downward curve. The purpose of this is to minimize the pressure around the legs area when seated for an extended period. You will not have to worry about curtailed blood circulation. The seat is made from foam and covered with durable material. It comes with a pneumatic adjustment lever to increase or reduce the height of the chair as you need it. You can also adjust the tilt/rocking force using the tilt-tension knob. The 360-degree swivel makes it possible to switch from one task to another.

 

2. Steelcase Gesture

Office Chair With Adjustable Arms

The Steelcase Gesture is an expensive chair with a price that’s over $1000. But there are several features that warrant this price. The 360 arm supports users in any position. The controls for adjusting the chair are very easy to use. The chair’s back supports you as you change positions throughout your workday – leaning back to think, slouching while typing your report, or leaning forward to read an all-important memo.

3. Steelcase Leap

Steelcase has another chair that’s caught our eye – the Leap. It was the best Steelcase had to offer before the Gesture was released. Now, don’t get us wrong. This is still one of the most comfortable office chairs you’ll ever find. It has plenty of the same features found in the Gesture like the Liveback which mimics the natural shape of your spine. It also has adjustable lumbar support which allows you to fit it comfortably into the curve of your lower back. If you can’t make yourself go past the $1000-mark, then this should be your next choice.

4. Herman Miller Embody Chair

Ergonomic Office Chair With Lumbar Support

If money is not a problem for you, then there’s only one choice for an office chair and it’s the Embody Chair by Herman Miller. It’s the first office chair ever designed with health in mind. The back of the chair looks like a spine and even acts like one. It moves whenever you move, ensuring that your spine is in alignment and your lower back is supported whether you are reclining or sitting forward while you work. Best of all, there are plenty of adjustments you can make to ensure that the chair fits you perfectly.

5. Herman Miller Sayl

The unique and stylish design of the Herman Miller Sayl ensures that it stands out from a sea of chairs. The webbed back and one-of-a-kind shape definitely catches the eye. But it also provides comfort like you wouldn’t believe.

6. Space Seating Professional AirGrid

Office Chair Under 200

Don’t be fooled into thinking that the AirGrid’s really low price means it won’t meet the same standards set by our top picks. This office chair is actually rich in features. You get an Eco Leather seat, adjustable armrests, 2-to-1 Synchro Tilt Control with Adjustable Tilt Tension, and pneumatic seat height adjustment. For less than $200, you get both comfort and support in a simple yet functional design.

7. Alera Elusion

Yes, this looks like just about any of the regular office chairs you’ve seen. Nothing seems to stand out much based on design alone. But don’t let its look fool you. While it’s built to look like most other mid-back chairs in the market, it has some features you likely won’t see among its contemporaries such as adjustable armrests. You can move them upward, downward, closer to your body, or further away.

The seat is also adjustable, both in tilt and height. It also has adjustable lumbar support. For its price point, having the ability to customize your chair to fit you ensures you have the proper support and comfort you need all throughout your long workday.

8. AmazonBasics Mid-Back Office Chair

This looks more like those old-fashioned office chairs with its black bonded leather upholstery and padding. It definitely looks comfortable. But is it really? Yes, it is. It’s surprisingly comfortable given its rock bottom price. While it doesn’t have that ergonomic design that most of the premium chairs we’ve picked out, it still packs quite a punch in terms of comfort and support. You can even adjust the height and tilt of the chair.

9. Ergohuman High Back Swivel Chair

Office Chair For Neck Pain

We must admit that the style of this particular office chair may not be for everyone. It certainly doesn’t inspire feelings of comfort. The chair has a metal frame with a breathable mesh design for air circulation as well as support. Since it was specifically designed for individuals who spend more than five hours a day sitting, the chair has eight ergonomic adjustments including back angle, back height, seat depth, arm height, and tilt tension control. All of these adjustments will ensure that the chair will fit the user, not the other way around.

10. Boss Fabric Deluxe Posture Chair

Budget Office Chair

Now, this looks more like the office chairs we’ve been using for the past few decades. It certainly doesn’t look like it should be on the top 10 best office chairs. But looks definitely are deceiving. For a little over $50, you get a thick padded seat, built-in lumbar support, waterfall seat, adjustable height, adjustable arms, and adjustable back depth.

Other chairs that warrant a look from you that we didn’t get a chance to test and review are Ikea Markus, the Herman Miller Mirra 2, Steelcase Amia, and the Haworth Zody Chair.

How to Choose the Best Office Chair: The Ultimate Buying Guide

Sitting for long periods of time can kill you. Unfortunately, it can’t really be avoided if your work ties you to your desk all day long. Our next best option is to get the proper support and comfort we need. Hence, the need for a really great office chair. So, what makes an office chair the best one for you? Well, read on to find out.

Size

While a lot of chairs seem to be able to fit different sizes and shapes, there are still some that won’t be able to accommodate certain frames. Some chairs cannot seat a large posterior (a.k.a. butt and hips) comfortably. Others have backs that are too short to support people with long torsos such as the Herman Miller Sayl. Be sure to check the chair’s weight capacity as well.

Airflow

Circulation is key to comfort. If you’re going to be sitting down for long periods of time on a chair, you don’t want to have a sweaty back or legs because your chair lacks breathability. Some of our top picks that provide good airflow include Space Seating Professional AirGrid.

Adjustable

Not all office chairs are created equal. Comfort and support is truly subjective because of varying body size, seating preference, and comfort level. To get the perfect fit, you need an office chair that allows you to adjust its settings such as seat height, tilt, and armrest height and width. The Ergohuman High Back Swivel Chair, Herman Miller Embody Chair, and Steelcase Gesture all provide numerous adjustments that will allow you to create the perfect fit.

Durability

We should expect a certain sturdiness when it comes to the chair. After all, you’ll be using it constantly. It should be able to hold up well after months of daily use, not tearing apart slowly.

Warranty

Since your chair will be encountering daily abuse, you should expect the manufacturer to stand behind the quality of their product. Some brands offer a solid warranty that lasts a really long time such as the Herman Miller Embody Chair and Herman Miller Aeron (12 years).

While these factors are all important, there’s one thing that you should never forget when choosing an office chair – try before you buy. You can do all the research you want online, reading up on the features and checking out the reviews. But the final verdict will be made only after you’ve tried the chair out several times. This is why you should check if the retailer has a good return policy, allowing you to send the chair back after a couple of weeks if it turns out to be an imperfect fit.