Our office chairs category has over ten models for home offices and workplaces, from simple desk chairs to more adjustable ergonomic seats. Brands in our range include UNIQUE, ActiveJet, Top E Shop and Mark Adler. The chairs suit anyone who spends long hours at a desk and wants better support than a dining chair gives.
How to choose an office chair
Adjustability. Seat height, backrest tilt and armrest position decide whether a chair fits you or only looks the part. Look for a gas lift for height and a tilt mechanism that can be locked, so you can sit upright for typing and lean back when reading.
Back support. A backrest that follows the curve of your lower spine takes strain off your back during long sessions. Chairs with adjustable lumbar support or a tall backrest cover more body types, while a fixed shape works only if it happens to match yours.
Seat size and weight capacity. A seat that is too shallow leaves your thighs unsupported, and one that is too deep presses behind your knees. Check the stated maximum user weight, as it varies between models and affects how long the frame and gas lift will last.
Upholstery. Mesh lets air through and stays cooler in warm rooms. Fabric feels softer and warmer, and faux leather wipes clean easily but can become sticky in summer. Choose by the room you sit in and how many hours you spend in the chair.
Base and castors. A five-point base is the stable standard for office chairs. Hard floors such as tiles or laminate suit soft rubber castors, which roll quietly and do not scratch, while standard hard castors are better kept for carpet.
Office chair brands we carry
- UNIQUE: the largest group in our range, with seven models, so it is the first place to look if you want to compare several chairs from one brand.
- ActiveJet: best known for printer consumables, batteries and chargers, and it also appears in our range with five office chairs, handy if you are buying other desk accessories at the same time.
- Mark Adler: a brand that concentrates on office and gaming chairs, represented here by one model.
Also in our range: Top E Shop.
Office chair FAQ
What makes an office chair ergonomic?
An ergonomic office chair can be adjusted to your body instead of forcing you to adapt to it. The key features are adjustable seat height, lumbar support, a tilting backrest and armrests that sit at elbow level. No single feature is enough on its own, so check how many of them you can actually change.
What height should my office chair be?
Your feet should rest flat on the floor with your knees at roughly a right angle and your thighs level or slightly sloping down. Your forearms should then reach the desk without lifting your shoulders. If the desk is too high for this, a footrest or a height-adjustable desk solves it.
Is a mesh or fabric office chair better?
Mesh suits warm rooms and long sessions because air passes through the backrest. Fabric is softer and feels warmer, which some people prefer in cooler offices. Neither is better in every case, so it comes down to temperature and personal comfort.
How do I check the weight limit of an office chair?
The maximum user weight is listed in the product specifications and depends on the frame, base and gas lift. Choose a chair rated comfortably above your own weight rather than right at the limit. A wider seat and sturdier base also help if you are heavier or tall.
