Everyone knows that sitting for hours in the office is bad for the back, but we rarely do anything about it. Backcare Awareness Week, which runs from 6 to 12 October, is a good time to change your usual office chair for one that offers better ergonomic support. But there are a lot to choose from, so to help you out, here’s our pick. 1. Humanscale Freedom Office Chair, £999, John Lewis With a backrest that automatically adapts to your body shape and headrest that moves according to how far you recline, the Humanscale Freedom Office Chair offers the latest in ergonomic technology. Plus, the snug cushions mould to the shape of your body. At nearly a thousand pounds, it’s a lot to cough up for a chair, but worthwhile if you want one of the best on the market. 2. Herman Miller Aeron Office Chair, £925, John Lewis If you are a design buff, this is the one for you. The Museum of Modern Art in New York has an Aeron in its permanent collection, so its design credentials are well established.
But this chair is not just pretty to look at – its cushions are made from Pellicle, a high tech material which avoids heat build-ups, helping prevent muscular discomfort. 3. Comfort Operator Chair, £49, Office Furniture Online It’s not a thing of beauty, but the Comfort Operator Chair is good value for its specification. The three levers allow you to vary the height of the chair and tilt the back rest and seat. Also, the curved foam provides good ergonomic support. This is the reliable Volkswagen – rather than the flashy Ferrari – of the office chair world. Available with or without arms. 4. HÅG Capisco Saddle Chair, £291, Wellworking If you find yourself fidgeting in your usual seat, try the Saddle Chair. The unique design, modelled on a horse rider’s saddle, allows you to sit equally comfortably whether facing forward or turned to the side. Free movement does not have to cost the planet though – this product is made from recycled car bumpers. 5. Classic Balance Ball Chair, £80, amazon
You are sure to be greeted with a few raised eyebrows when you bring this into the office, but bemusement could soon turn into envy. Not only is the Classic Balance Ball Chair comfortable, but the act of balancing on it also gives you a powerful core-strengthening workout. 6. Herman Miller Sayl Office Chair, £383, Wellworking Effective spine and neck support needn’t result in a sweaty back. Inspired by the design principles of suspension bridges and modelled on a ship’s sail, the webbed chair back allows good air circulation, keeping you cool. Comes in four colours. 7. Markus Swivel Chair, £130, Ikea This is one of the cheapest executive style office chairs on the market. Offering easy height adjustment and a lockable tilt function – plus a headrest for good neck support – you get all the basics for a reasonable price. Also, this product comes with a 10 year guarantee, so it won’t risk your hard earned cash. 8. Back App Ergonomic Stool, £556, Back2
When you sit on the Back App your feet are placed on the footboard rather than the floor. This allows the chair to rotate around as you move, allowing a greater freedom of movement than that offered by conventional office chairs. At first this can make your lower back feel tired, but after a week or so this should go away. For wacky style with green credentials, go for the HÅG Capisco Saddle Chair. If you are on more of a budget, the Comfort Operator or the Markus Swivel Chairs are your best bet. Office chair technophiles with money to spend should consider the Humanscale Freedom. But for sheer workmanship and iconic design, the Aeron is my top pick. IndyBest product reviews are unbiased, independent advice you can trust. On some occasions, we earn revenue if you click the links and buy the products, but we never allow this to bias our coverage. The reviews are compiled through a mix of expert opinion and real-world testing Join Upright Updates for exclusive discounts, giveaways, and the latest in active working.
Sign in or Create an account Ergonomic Chair Pro offers the latest in high quality ergonomic chairs - each tested to ensure they adhere to the latest standards. With more jobs moving to the office environment we know it is imperative to educate and inform everyone about the benefits of healthy seating. Call our experts today to help find you the perfect chair! Ergohuman ME7ERG Mesh High Back ChairAvg. Customer Rating: (26 customer reviews) Write your own review The most favorable review Sturdy, adjustable, handle in seat back for quickly moving. See more favorable reviews The most critical review Water proof & easy to clean. They easily adjust for each individual person. See more critical reviews Your review: I manage a vet clinic & purchased several of these a few years ago. They are easy to keep clean & fur free. They have held up very well considering the abuse they get. Pros: Water proof & easy to clean. Cons: Having some "heavy" employees, they do have a weight limit of about 250 pounds.
Is this review helpful? Your review: We've purchased many of these chairs over the years and they hold up very well under pressure. Pros: Good chairs that hold up well Cons: none I can think of. Your review: It is a good chair for the money. It is the third we have bought in the last three and they are all holding up well under constant, daily use. Pros: Comfortable, affordable, easily adjusts. Your review: Chair looks good, is comfortable, and water resistant. Cons: Only thing I would change is extended the travel of the cylinder another couple of inches. Your review: This in a very good work chair for labs or work environments. It is durable easy to clean and has nice ergonomic adjustments so that you can be comfortable doing different tasks. Wheels ad a little mobility so that you don't have to get up to acess Pros: nice comfortable durable Cons: have to be put together and that takes a little. Your review: Needed a chair that would adjust as low as 17" and this exceeded that to 16".
Comfortable, sturdy and quality construction. Nice bonus to come with both casters and stationary feet. Pros: Sturdy, adjustable, handle in seat back for quickly moving. Puncture Proof Ergonomic Polyurethane chair Your review: easy to follow directions & easy assembly Pros: tool needed for assembly was included Comfortable to sit in Perfect for a lab Your review: This was easy to assemble and works perfect in our lab. Pros: Easy to assemble, comfortable, adjustable seat and back Your review: we are very pleased with these chairs and plan to buy more Pros: we are very pleased with these chairs and plan to buy more Your review: We have purchased over 100 of these chairs for laboratories at a university. we have both the armless and with arms. We have had them in labs for over 10 years and they are sturdy and functional. Cons: None that we have seen. Your review: Nice chair, easy to assemble, and very comfortable Cons: None so far.
Your review: Although a bit expensive, this ergonomic chair is a very solid, stable, heavy chair. Compared to what one could purchase at a local office store, this chair is very well made indeed. Pros: Very stable and well made. Simple, solid height and seat back adjustment mechanisms. Quite simple to assemble; however if you are not very strong, you might need a helper since parts of the chair are heavy. Cons: Maximum height a bit shorter than other chairs. Price: however, you really get what you pay for, so not totally a "con." Your review: Just as pictured and expected. There is no cushioning on the seat of this chair which is what I expected. Your review: Best chairs we've ever bought. Last a long time, are super comfortable, helps us keep correct posture while slaving away for hours on end. Your review: very nice chair for the price. I love that it can be easily cleaned. Your review: Needed a chair that doesn't collect dust. It's comfortable and robust, easy to assemble.