Looking for a Longterm Chair
Posted by Sparkle2370@reddit | buildapc | View on Reddit | 117 comments
Currently, I'm in college online, and I play games all the time with friends or just by myself. So, on a normal day, I spend 12-14 hours on my PC, if not more on some days. Whether gaming, schoolwork, making art, or miscellaneous stuff. Going forward my career path is to hopefully make my own games or art more.
TLDR; I need a better chair cus mine is actually destroying my back. Keep in mind I'm a broke college student, but I am still willing to spend AT LEAST $300+. I understand that you pay for what you get, so I'm open to suggestions. Thanks! :)
ak47workaccnt@reddit
Hey, it's me, you from the future. The chair didn't prevent our back from getting worse. It turns out, no matter what chair you sit in, sitting on your ass all day with terrible posture will always fuck your back up. A chair will not fix your posture.
Sitting with good posture is not comfortable, which is why most people don't do it. Which is why most people get back pain.
Sparkle2370@reddit (OP)
you're not wrong, even with good posture though this chair still hurts :,)
dumpin-on-time@reddit
your chair isn't destroying your back. sitting in it for 12-14 hours is
regardless, get a Herman Miller aeron. it's over 300
Sparkle2370@reddit (OP)
Sitting in my chair after a week long break for a little over an hour hurts my back lol. The 12-14 might be a little over exaggerated though
Naojirou@reddit
Go for a second hand Aeron. It is literally the best investment I have ever made. It isn’t comfortable in a traditional sense. Just that you need to try very hard to sit in a wrong way on it.
4070ti@reddit
i really hate the aeron. plastic POS if we’re being honest. the plastic cup around the seat is SO uncomfortable, especially if you sit in it correctly
ProxySoxy@reddit
I bought an Aeron from eBay for $600 in 2014, I’m still using it today. It wasn’t even used, just open box. One of my best purchases I’ve made
FastRedPonyCar@reddit
I hated the Aeron. I tried 2 diff sizes and I absolutely hate the way the mesh chairs feel.
I ended up getting a steelcase leap V1 high back off FB marketplace for $225. Built in 2001 and other than needing to replace the gas strut, flawless.
https://i.imgur.com/h4ffV7N.jpeg
Encouragedissent@reddit
Something to consider though is what is comfortable for one person wont necessarily be for another. Thats why Im a big fan of going to an office chair liquidator in person and trying out all of the used chairs there. Sticking to Steelcase and Herman Miller is safe bet, but brands like Humanscale and Hayworth are also really good.
Being able to try them out first means you can find the one best suited to your preferences, and it also gives you the opportunity to test out the cylinder and make sure everything is working smooth.
I personally went with the Steelcase Amia on my last go. Its not flashy at all but its one of the most durable office chairs you can purchase and for me I found it more comfortable than the Leap, and although I also did really like the Aeron the Amia was in better condition and running smoother than any of the 3 Aeron's they had in stock.
Also you pay a premium for Herman Miller, so there is more up front cost. I paid $250 for my Amia but I would have likely paid close to the $400 they wanted for an Aeron. Another way to put that though is they hold their value really well, so if you ever wanted to sell that Aeron you should be able to recoup a good amount of that cost.
CyberneticFennec@reddit
I bought an Aeron and returned it very quickly -
Which was my problem. I found it less comfortable than the cheap chair I had been using, granted, the Aeron was a significant upgrade for my posture. The plastic lip on the front of the chair was especially uncomfortable over extended periods of time (like an entire work day if you WFH).
I went with a Steelcase Leap afterwards. It's already been 10 years since then (and I got it refurbished from a reseller) and it doesn't look like it's changed one bit. Still just as comfortable as the day I got it, and just as good for your posture as the Aeron. I wanted a fancy chair to reduce my back pain, and the Leap certainly delivered. Definitely seems to hold up well over time, if I ever had to replace it (being stolen is the only reason I can think of) I would happily splurge on getting one brand new. That being said, I paid 1/3 the cost for a refurbished one and have certainly been happy ever since. I even got the wheels upgraded on it.
fixedaperture@reddit
If you like the Leap should definitely consider trying a Gesture. Pricier but just an even better chair.
theangryintern@reddit
Agreed. I used an Aeron for about 12 years and then upgraded to an Embody a couple years ago. I went new each time but 100% worth the money.
Groundsw3ll@reddit
Gotta say, I bought my aeron full price in 2009 when I had back problems (justifying the cost as I was desperate). Use it every day. This might be hard to believe but it’s still almost like new. Im 6’2 220 and it’s a medium iirc.
Hopefully they are still made of the same quality. I couldn’t be more impressed with how long it’s lasted. Could it last me a lifetime? Possibly. I think it having to cheap cushion or filling is a major reason what it doesn’t degrade beyond actually being made with robust enough parts to handle the expected weight.
Apollo_IXI@reddit
I would actually recommend to try both the Aeron and Leap V2. Both amazing chairs but they can be more or less comfortable to different people and I think both cater to different people.
For me I personally prefer the leap since it has fabric and is more comfortable to sit in if you tend to sit cross legged or in abnormal positions. The Aeron mesh can be uncomfortable against your skin.
twinpop@reddit
Yes bought one from an office liquidator in March 2020 and it’s still going strong despite 10-12hrs 5 days a week. Size B is much more common to find, the liquidator had about 20 of them, 350 each.
Superb-Knee@reddit
+1 vote for the Aeron. I got a used Size C Aeron for ~300 last year and I absolutely agree with the sentiment that it’s not a chair that made me go “wow this is amazing” every time I sat in it, but I sit in my Aeron for ~8-10 hours a day and never feel fatigued like I did sitting in other chairs
Marzie247@reddit
Additional vote for the Aeron. I work on a PC all day, 90% of the year. I had bad back and tailbone problems for a few years, but I worked somewhere that had them and i could sit all day without being in pain. When I left I found a refurbished one on Craigslist for about $300. Well worth it. I'm pretty sure you can get parts to fix them, which is why the refurbished ones are usually such a good deal. The only issue with mine is the plastic collar that hides the central cylinder slipped down to the bottom. I'm pretty sure I could fix it easily but it hasn't bothered me enough yet. If you can, try and find someone that has the different sizes because I believe that can make a big difference for it being a good experience vs a mediocre one.
RustBucket59@reddit
I'm going to strongly suggest an actual office chair, from someone like HON or Steelcase. These are designed for long-term butt parking. I use a HON and it's the only chair that won't make my rump go numb.
MakinBones@reddit
Look at Madison Seating for refurbished Steelcase or Herman Millers. Crandalls refurbished has better cushions, but will cost quite a bit more. Got my Leap V2 for 350 bucks. Two years later recushioned it for 150 bucks. Like new.
mdchemey@reddit
Second Madison Seating. I have 3 Leap V1s from them (office, wife, home), the only issue Ive had is the first one is technically missing one lever (adjusting the angle of the front lip of the seat cushion) and I didn't realize it for over a year because that's not something I even knew chairs could come with till I bought the other 2 lol. Meanwhile I've had one over 2 years, the other 2 for almost a year and I have no complaints about any of them as far as comfort or durability yet. And they only cost 200 a pop!
MakinBones@reddit
If you really want to get them comfortable, look at Crandall for their reseating/reupholstery service. They send tou new pads, you install (very easy). send your old pads back. Get them in all sorts of colors, and materials, and extra cushion
Domc0re@reddit
people recommending used chairs but how many farts were ripped on those chairs and does that matter to you?
Possible-One2608@reddit
Maybe get a used chair in good condition? I bought a Steel Case series 2 about 5 years ago, still looks new and very comfortable, I think it was about 800 CAD new back then. It’s probably good for many years still.
Nauty_YT@reddit
Get a office chair not a gaming chair
d1versify@reddit
I have the IKEA Markus. Check it out
twoducksinatub@reddit
Ive been using one for over 5 years now. Overall id give it a 6/10. Its functional, its not (immediately) uncomfortable, but theres certainly much better options for gaming. Especially if you want to sit comfortably for long sessions
d1versify@reddit
well ofc there are better options. i didn't say it's the best
RekrabAlreadyTaken@reddit
You didn't give much detail at all
assasinator-98@reddit
Me too. It's a reasonable price and has solid support and comfort!
belhambone@reddit
I have one, my wife has one, my friend has one, we all love them
Mongrelix@reddit
Embody over Aeron
Sorc278@reddit
I got a Humanscale Diffrient World used for like 200. Office chair, not a lot of adjustments, kind of loud. Way more comfortable than cheaper chairs I used before with which I may get discomfort in my neck or back, would need to shift around in the chair, etc.
JFun56@reddit
Secret Lab Titan Evo
vyechney@reddit
Whatever you do, don't get a fuckin Secret Labs. These things suck.
windowpuncher@reddit
Ikea markus
cyberfrog777@reddit
Chairs are VERY subjective and individual. Here's what I always recommend. Go to office depot, ikea, and any other big stores that may have office chairs. Sit in a bunch and see what works for you. Do check out a vid beforehand to get a sense of features that you may want (foam vs. mesh chair, lumbar support, horizontal sliding seat, etc.).
IcyJackfruit69@reddit
I too found that local stores like office depot only had extreme budget junk office chairs. Do you have to find a corporate furniture store to try out Aeron and Steelcase chairs? The ones around me seem to be 45m+ away, and not really open to the public.
Lirael_Gold@reddit
Your local gov most likely has an official auction house for stuff from bankrupt/repossessed offices, that's another alternative. My local one has a website that updates each auction every other week and you can bid online.
tyaak@reddit
lol those chairs still go for over $100. and you're committed to paying money before you even see it.
diecastbeatdown@reddit
anything spld at office depot, staples, etc is just a certified back breaker. do not buy these.
karmapopsicle@reddit
Staples sells their own dupe of the Aeron called the Hyken. It’s a pretty decent alternative if there’s a desert of used stuff around you.
cyberfrog777@reddit
That's just simply overgeneralizing. I had back pain for several years exacerbated by a bulging disc. Did standing desk, etc, to minimal effect. Found a chair at office depot that felt good and provided lumbar support. Back pain effectively went away. Got one for both office and home and haven't had issues since. Both chairs have been going strong for 5+ years.
After I got mine, several colleagues reached and I suggested the same for them. They got different chairs but all of them got them at office depot and had similar experiences to me.
LongOrganization7838@reddit
Second hand herman Miller or steel case
MDCCCLV@reddit
I got a used leap and it eventually wore a bit on the fabric in one spot and I considered replacing the seat which wasn't too much but I ended up just patching the one small hole so it didnt spread with an iron patch and it's doing great. If I have to sit in something else for more than an hour I can tell the difference between this and a basic chair.
diecastbeatdown@reddit
these are the only two options if you want qaulity on a budget.
if you want quality with a bigger budget, these are still the only two worthy options, you'll just be able to buy them new.
LongOrganization7838@reddit
I used to be an office furniture contractor lmao
JoeChio@reddit
Avoid any gamer branded chairs. I've spent thousand on chairs trying to avoid spending thousands on a single chair but in the end the Herman Embody is the ONLY chair that has solved all my back and sitting issues.
Since you can't afford an Embody new try to check for used furniture outlets near you and see if you can get a Herman Miller. If you can't then check your local facebook market. If that doesn't pan out then get a knock off maybe that will help you until you can afford an Embody.
Avoid Secret Lab at all costs. They are horrible and quality of their brand went downhill around the time they put in a built in lumbar support. It fucked me up really good. Not to mention the seat base threw a metal pole that stuck into my ass and then they charged me to replace the seat base even though it's a known defect.
Aranxi_89@reddit
I second the Embody. I got it on sale and it is amazing. I got the Atlas headrest for it and it works great.
Lirael_Gold@reddit
Also, if you work in a large-ish office, check with the supply guys around october/november each year to see if they're chucking/auctioning chairs.
If you're buddies with them you can often snag very expensive chairs that would otherwise be dumped.
Impossible-Move-2096@reddit
Honestly, if you’re spending 12–14 hours a day in a chair, it’s worth investing a bit. For around $300–400 you can grab something like the Secretlab Titan Evo or a Herman Miller Sayl if you find it on sale. Both are way better for long sessions than the cheap office chairs.
Ok-Mango9434@reddit
Facebook marketplace, look for office chairs
IcyJackfruit69@reddit
Everything I see on facebook is spam from the same 2-3 resellers (an hour away) with weird hours and no details or prices. Do I just need to look harder on there to find real people selling chairs, or should I just cave and try to drive an hour away to one of these used office supply resellers?
KennyLamLam24@reddit
I took a chance on one of them here in Dallas and he was a pretty nice guy. I think most of them do it as a side hustle and have to work around their personal work schedule
icyleumas@reddit
I sat in a bunch of different higher end office chairs. The steelcase leaf v2 felt the best imo. Its better for me because its got a foam pad and you're able to sit cross-legged comfortably with a lot more flex in the seat. The Herman Miller aeron wasnt as comfortable for how I like to sit.
Tiny_Sir_599@reddit
I got a used SteelCase Leap V2 in great condition. One of my best investments!
MikeStyles27@reddit
Going to second the recomend for office liquidators. Corporate gives themselves a new chair budget every year, and they don't buy themselves back pain, neither should you.
MachateElasticWonder@reddit
I have a HM Syl and it’s my favorite over Aeron. I just like my cushion seats bc I sit on my legs and move around every few hours.
DragonRichard19@reddit
Ergonomic chairs I’m told it good for back relief but can be pricey, as for desks how big of a desk are you looking for as there is quite a bit of sit and stand desk on Amazon that’s relatively cheap
AppropriateTouching@reddit
Look for second hand herman miller chairs, or if you can swing it wait for a sale, they do they often enough. Also look at local thrift stores, sometimes as far as chairs go they dont know what they have and sell them cheap.
donut4ever21@reddit
I have this one and it's so damn comfy.
Historical_Today5072@reddit
Herman miller Embody
mister_newbie@reddit
fixedaperture@reddit
Another vote for Gesture. Headrest is great too.
Genetic_lottery@reddit
Ignore all of these people saying to go for Herman miller. Get the Titan Evo XL with all of the extra attachments. It’s cheaper and way more comfortable. I had the embody for 4 years before finally deciding to get a “gaming” chair and it is significantly better, especially if you sit in the chair for 10+ hours. Your posture, shoulders, and neck will thank you while you’re reclining back and relaxed while gaming or working.
Please for the love of god do not listen to the Herman Miller fanboys. They are great chairs if you are only sitting for 5-8 hours TOPS.
VanWesley@reddit
Herman Miller, Steelcase, and Haworth are all great choices.
If you are able to, I highly recommend going to a showroom or something to try it out first though. Chairs are one of those things that can be subjective, especially with the different models they have.
wheelchairdom@reddit
I got a permobil m300 and never looked back, does everything I need it to and covered by my insurance 😎
do-not-trust-my@reddit
14 hours a day in a bad chair is how you end up with permanent issues before you even graduate.
Skip the 'gaming' chairs entirely. They’re basically just racing seats that look cool but have zero actual support for long grinds. With $300, don't buy anything brand new—it’ll be cheap junk.
Go on fb marketplace or look for a local office liquidator. You’re looking for a Steelcase Leap V2 or a Herman Miller Aeron (Size B). Big companies fire people or move offices and practically dump these $1,200 chairs for $250-300. It’s the ultimate 'broke student' cheat code. If you can't find those, a Staples Hyken is a decent mesh budget pick, but the Steelcase is the real end-game for your spine.
Truenoiz@reddit
Do NOT get a gaming char from any brand, they're all bad value for their price. You're going to hear 2nd hand Herman Miller, but I think they are overpriced and unnecessarily expensive for what you need to spend. I recommend a Dexley, it's a workhorse for less than $200, I've had two for over 6 years now with no issues. Also beware the copies, there are many.
assasinator-98@reddit
IKEA Markus. Genuinely a good chair! Probably not the best but it fits your budget and you have some money left over. Got mine for a few years now and it's been great!
Z0idberg_MD@reddit
Steelcase Amia. They are not cheap, but will last you a lifetime if you get a cover and take care of it. I worked at a major AMC for 20 years and these were easily the best chairs and we went through a LOT of them.
IcyJackfruit69@reddit
Not trying to be cheeky, but what's an AMC? The theater chain?
You said they last a lifetime but also that you went through a lot of them.
I'm trying to figure out the contrast there combined with trying to figure out where you'd have a bunch of office chairs at a movie theater. What am I missing?
Z0idberg_MD@reddit
Academic medical center. I meant that we had purchased a lot of different kinds of chairs and the Amia were the best. But yes the amount of use that a hospital gets out of chairs is not something that you would typically see. There are somebody sitting in it every minute of every day every year and they abuse the shit out of them. I have one in my office right now and I honestly can’t imagine I will ever need to replace it at least not in the next 15 years
IcyJackfruit69@reddit
Haha thanks for the clarification, I figured you must not be talking about theaters
kingp43x@reddit
As always, a used Herman Miller from Craigslist or something....
jetstream131@reddit
Surprised this hasn’t been suggested yet. Get a remanufactured Steelcase Leap V2 from Crandall Office. You will not regret it. Make sure to opt for the enhanced cushioning!
Tons of customization options and they also carry other brands and models, great company.
bzzking@reddit
Aeron is lovely but my flat butt didn’t have enough cushion and the Aeron didn’t help with that. Extremely happy with the Steelcase Gesture and amount of control to fully adjust the chair for long term comfort.
Both excellent chairs, the Gesture just worked better for me
thingsforyourhead@reddit
Aeron. But I'm buying a Size C Aeron, new, fully loaded with leather armrests in July. It my retirement present to myself. I'm going to die in that chair.
_RrezZ_@reddit
Brother I got my chair second-hand off of someone for $60 and it's survived 8 years so far. It's just a standard "office chair" made with foam padding and plywood lmao. The only upgrade I did was buying better wheels for like $20 at a retail store cause the cheap plastic ones they come with are just trash usually.
I'm at my PC pretty much 24/7 if I'm not asleep so it's definitely put in the hours.
You don't need some expensive chair imo, just go to like Facebook marketplace or similar and look for people who are selling office chairs. I've gotten my last 2 chairs this way and each time they've lasted 6+ years each and cost me like $60-80 max. In both cases the chair I got looked basically brand new and you wouldn't really be able to tell it was second-hand.
nerdydodger@reddit
Folks recommending the Aeron, personally I prefer the Mirra (1 or 2).
Bleezy79@reddit
Amazon sells knock-off Purple chair pads and they're amazing. You can also get a chair pillow for back support. I was looking for a new chair a few months ago but wanted to try a butt pad first and Its awesome. Otherwise, look on FB marketplace or nextdoor for used high quality chairs.
VirtualArmsDealer@reddit
You need to cut that 14 hours down by half. Seriously, your health will suffer
Heinz_Legend@reddit
chair
WizardMoose@reddit
Steelcase, no other answer is correct and I will die on that hill. I've had mine for more than 15 years. Cushion is still like-new, and no issues at all. I'm also 300 pounds. So if its handled my fat ass for this long, it's done a damn good job.
Herman Miller has kind of gone downhill in terms of quality and relies on its warranty a lot. Used an Aeron at my old job. They're nice, but after about a year, the left arm started to feel kind of loose. Also the hydraulics started having issues and wouldn't stay in the same position. Would go down half an inch randomly in the middle of the day.
As far as costs go. DO NOT BUY NEW. Find an "Office Liquidator". You will find $1000-$1500 chairs for $500 and will be like-new.
Adventurous-Newt-270@reddit
i got a shaq chair and i can sit all day and no life if i want. idk if its the best but it works rlly well for what i want and i see no discomfort
nsan1129@reddit
Herman Miller Embody. I've Had one for 15 years and haven't sat in anything like it.
Jaesaces@reddit
If there's a used office furniture place near you, pay them a visit. They'll more than likely let you try any chairs you like and you'll get them for a lot cheaper than a new one.
hugabooga@reddit
Defintiely go for a second hand office chair like others are suggesting is the best way to go!
What I would do is see if there are any estate sales near you and hit them up the first day they open, you can potentially get really killer deals on office chairs from them, for example I got a Steelcase Leap V1 used for like $45 from an estate sale last year. You can potentially get really good deals for a chair potentially even better than FB marketplace or Craigslist due to people researching and trying to get top dollar for what they got.
nemasis2007@reddit
Steel case leap v2 has served me well can’t recommend it enough
ShaftTassle@reddit
Unpopular opinion, but I use to work in an ergonomics department at a large global company, where I assisted the OT in getting people’s workstations properly setup…
Don’t get an Aeron. They lack the proper amount of adjustments for most people. Everyone wanted them by the OTs almost always told people they weren’t a good fit.
They would, almost universally, for people in a Steelcase chair. The Steelcase Leap v2 looks like an excellent product to me.
karmapopsicle@reddit
12 hours or more a day? Herman Miller Embody. I have the Logitech G collab version myself. Bought new on sale and haven’t regretted it once. I can sit in it for hours and hours, and when I get up it doesn’t even feel like I’ve been sitting at all.
d4dog@reddit
Anything other than a Herman Miller is a waste of your money and shows you have a total lack of real interest in your posture or comfort, short or long term. Don't by new, even if you could afford it. Lot of used deals around.
Chezni19@reddit
herman miller aeron
DejectedShonk@reddit
Since most folks are saying go high end refurbished/used, I'll throw in one if you want to go brand new: Colamy Atlas.
TheDy474@reddit
Commenting to see some recommendations
There are a couple good yt channels compairing chairs I think that’s a much better point to start
furculture@reddit
Ahnestly is a very good one and also surprisingly entertaining while truthful for chair reviews. Also highly recommends Herman Miller chairs and holds decent criticism in a fair manner.
Teleclast@reddit
Another vote for Ahnestly as he even calls out other reviewers that were obviously paid off, or at least he did once. He seems super genuine about his reviews and even his spreadsheets are quite nice
Squall13@reddit
There's no way these gaming companies don't know how the Aerons and Steelcases and HMs are the most recommended by real humans so why don't they make "gamer" equivalents?
Bentok@reddit
Reddit has a fetish for Herman Miller so threads like these will never amount to more than praising how godlike that chair is. No matter who asks or what their budget is.
grvwd@reddit
I bought a custom Hexy Highback a few years ago and I've been very happy with it. $300 new back then, so I don't know what the current price would be. Though as many others have said, a used Herman Miller might be your best bet. I just couldn't find one at the time.
furculture@reddit
Herman Miller or Steelcase. I am a bit of a Herman Miller stan, but I do also like some of Steelcase's offerings.
LiveYoLife288@reddit
The answer since time immemorial has always been: Second Hand Aeron.
Westerdutch@reddit
Hernan
Miller
elBirdnose@reddit
If you can find a used secretlab this would be my go to. I’ve had mine for about 6 years and use it as much as you call out and don’t have any issues, it’s a solid chair.
i-hear-banjos@reddit
I also have a Secretlab - I think for 5 years? - and I love it. Considering I have back issues (disc degeneration) from 3 herniated discs, it's wild that I can use that chair all day for consecutive days while gaming, working, or editing photos. I did add a thin gel cushion for pressure relief.
HiYoSiiiiiilver@reddit
Long time gamer with back issues. My back used to kill me after only gaming 1-2 hours, mainly lower back and could not get comfortable. Picked up an Embody and it was honestly an insane improvement. Able to game for long periods of time without any back flare ups. A little pricey, but if you’re spending 12-14 hrs per day in the chair it’s 1000% worth it
turbo1177@reddit
Haworth soji is pretty comfortable and one of the cheaper models
HighlightDowntown966@reddit
Even though it's cliche. Highend "Gaming chairs" are very comfortable.
I like that you can recline it like a car seat. And they usually have a neck pillow and nice back support.
I had my main gear gaming chair going on 5 years now
NateKurt@reddit
Second hand Herman Miller Aeron or Embody is the way to go. They come up pretty frequently and you can get them for a steal
MrJanglyness@reddit
Steelcase leap v2 - a used one will probably be available on FB marketplace in your area pretty frequently.
MasterPenguin5@reddit
Herman Miller or Steelcase are what you're looking for. You can commonly find several models in great condition from each in the $3-400 range from office resellers on Marketplace and Craigslist.
sprinklesfactory@reddit
I found one for $150, basically new
Separate_Shake_3681@reddit
A good alternative to Herman Miller would be Haworth. Their Soji line is what I'm looking at. If you sit all day like me, a high quality chair is a good investment.
Serial_Hobbyist12@reddit
I got a second hand Steelcase Leap V2 for $200 and it's excellent. Between that and the herman miller aeron, there's usually some available second hand on like FB marketplace or something
cashinyourface@reddit
Ideally a herman Miller mesh chair. I could never find one in my price range, so I just went with an Amazon 200 dollar mesh office chair. I've had it for 5 years at this point and it's still comfortable.
Ordinary_Breath_8732@reddit
don’t go for “gaming chairs”, they look cool but are kinda trash for long hours
look for a good ergonomic office chair, brands like steelcase or herman miller if you can find used deals
even mid range ergonomic chairs will save your back way more than flashy ones, that’s what actually matters
DaddyCultLeader@reddit
I see a lot of people recommend lightly used herman miller aerons. I've never tried one so don't have an opinion on them. Only recommendation I can give is to get a headrest as I wish my chair at my home desk had one for long study/gaming sessions.
LordAnubis85@reddit
Do not buy a racing-style gaming chair; they are not designed for long periods of sitting in front of your computer. You'll be better off with a high quality office chair. The only good ergonomic gaming chairs will run you more than a good office chair anyway. The rest are literally just a fad--a product designed to target gamers for "style points" when they stream.