Best office chairs

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What to look for

Adjustable lumbar support, seat depth and armrests matter more than looks for a full working day.

Models worth comparing

From manufacturers' specifications and published UK reviews, read on 6 October 2026. Not tested by us. In no particular order: these are not ranked, and we do not say which is best until the customer ratings are in.

Budget

Sihoo M57

Home workers on a tight budget who still want adjustable lumbar support, a headrest and a breathable mesh seat.

Lumbar support adjusts for both height and depth
Tilting, height-adjustable headrest included as standard
Full mesh seat and back to help with airflow

Watch out for: Reviewers found the mesh tends to collect dust, so it needs occasional cleaning.

Max user weight: 150kg
Seat and back: Full mesh
Lumbar: Adjustable height and depth
Armrests: 3D (height, depth, rotation)
Warranty: 3 years

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Sources: Maker product page · Expert Reviews: best office chairs

Mid-range

Slouch Task One

People who want a smart, well-adjusted everyday chair for a home office without paying big-brand prices.

Seat depth adjusts by 60mm and lumbar support moves 55mm vertically
Synchronous tilt with four locking back positions
Built to EN 1335 and BIFMA durability standards

Watch out for: No headrest, the armrests feel firm and forward seat tilt is an extra-cost option.

Max user weight: 125kg
Seat and back: Moulded foam seat, 3D spacer-mesh back
Lumbar: Height adjustable (55mm)
Armrests: Height adjustable with pivoting pads
Warranty: 2 years

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Sources: Maker product page · Expert Reviews: Slouch Task One review

Premium

Steelcase Series 2

Long-hours desk workers who want a big-brand ergonomic chair with a flexible back and a long warranty, at well below flagship money.

Air LiveBack backrest flexes as you move
4D armrests and adjustable seat depth
Lifetime warranty on the frame and 12 years on mechanisms

Watch out for: The lumbar support only adjusts for height, and the headrest is an optional extra.

Max user weight: 160kg
Seat and back: Upholstered seat, Air LiveBack back
Lumbar: Height adjustable
Armrests: 4D (height, width, depth, pivot)
Warranty: Lifetime frame, 12 years mechanisms, 5 years surfaces

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Sources: Maker product page

Pro

Herman Miller Aeron

Anyone sitting all day who wants a chair sized to their body, with a suspension mesh that stays cool and a 12-year warranty.

Comes in three sizes, each with its own weight rating
8Z Pellicle mesh seat and back with eight support zones
Tilt mechanism includes a limiter and forward tilt

Watch out for: Very expensive, and you must choose the right size and options, such as adjustable PostureFit and arm type, when ordering.

Max user weight: 136kg (A), 159kg (B), 181kg (C)
Seat and back: 8Z Pellicle mesh
Lumbar: PostureFit SL, fixed or adjustable
Armrests: Fixed, height-adjustable or fully adjustable
Warranty: 12 years

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Sources: Maker product page · Expert Reviews: best office chairs

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