The most ergonomic office chairs for comfortable working
A key element in an employee’s productivity is a well-equipped office, complete with a competent team, and quality office furniture, specifically a good office chair. Saxen offers a variety of office chairs, featuring modern designs, bold colours, and cutting-edge technology. However, not all chairs meet the necessary requirements to be considered truly ergonomic.
A true ergonomic chair is defined by the adjustability of the features to suit most body types. These features include adjustable seat height, seat depth, armrests, back height, lumbar support, among others.
Here at Saxen, we have tested out numerous chairs, before narrowing it down to the five best ergonomic office chairs for comfortable working. Get ready to transform the way you take a seat.
What is an ergonomic office chair?
A truly ergonomic task chair supports various body types comfortably and effectively. Each individual can personalise the chair's features to suit their body contours, height, and weight. The chair should support posture, comfort, and well-being while you relax into focus mode.
An ergonomic office chair should have customisable settings for seat and back height, lumbar support, and armrests to distribute weight properly. This reduces tension and muscle strain, improving your level of comfort, breathing, and even digestion. Investing in ergonomic chairs for your office can not only promote the well-being of employees but also enhance their productivity levels.
The five best ergonomic office chairs.
Saxen is a commercial workspace specialist company that focuses on the best office furniture for productivity, comfort, and aesthetics. After testing all these chairs ourselves, we have rounded up our five favourite ergonomic office chairs. If you’re interested in seeing any of these in your own workspace, call us at 01560 329 916, and we can arrange a consultation.
1.
Comfort Ergohuman Elite Generation 2
Comfort’s Ergohuman Elite G2 chair is a completely remastered and upgraded version of their globally acclaimed ergonomic task chair. A seamless blend of design and ergonomic science, this comfortable chair is perfect for intensive workers.
Certified for continuous 24-hour use, this chair accommodates people who work in shifts, dispatch centres, call centres, or anyone who engages in extended working sessions. Entrepreneurs, we’re looking at you.
Best features.
- Flex zones for continuous back and lumbar support.
- 5D armrests with adjustable height, depth, angle and width.
- Adjustable seat height, depth and tilt.
- Lumbar support with adjustable tension.
- Free-float recline with position locking.
- Optional headrest and leg rest.
What we love about it.
We have huge admiration for the Ergohuman Elite G2. Its design and features are impeccable. There’s not much that we don’t love about it. We particularly appreciate the following:
→ Single lever control
Using one simple lever, you can now control the most frequently used chair functions: seat depth, height, and back tilt. Keep up with your workflow with fewer interruptions by making quick and easy adjustments to your comfortable chair.
→ Dynamic backrest recline
Float back into your chair with the comfortable back recline. Push the single lever back to pop the chair into free-float mode, an ingenious dynamic feature that allows you to lean back in your chair. Perfect for quick brain-storming sessions before jumping back into action. You can also adjust the backrest tension to make it easier to rock back and forth depending on the support level you require.
→ 5D adjustable armrests
The 5D adjustable armrests are one of the most ingenious aspects of Comfort’s Ergohuman Elite G2. You can adjust the armrests' angle, width, depth and front tilt, making the chair the most versatile solution for various tasks. Whether you’re typing, writing, or using a handheld device, this chair can adapt to all your needs.
Additional Specs.
| Best for: | Shift work, corporate offices, home office, build quality |
| Upholstery: | Elastomeric mesh |
| Frame material: | Aluminium, steel and plastic |
| Colour options: | 9 mesh colours; 2 frame colours |
| Credentials: | BS 5459 & GREENGUARD GOLD |
| Warranty: | 10 years |
2.
Flokk RH Focus
The RH Focus 24/7 by Flokk is a highly recommended chair for both computer work and surveillance. Easy to adjust, this extra-thick cushioned seat provides all-day comfort, no matter your type of work. Complying with 24/7 standards, this chair is suitable for environments with shift work. Moreover, the chair continues to provide round-the-clock durable support, seven days a week.
Best features.
- Thick, ergonomic cushions.
- Tilting mechanism on the seat which follows your sitting position.
- Movable inner back.
- Easy controls with pictograms.
- Adjusts to various body weights.
- Left- and right-handed controls.
What we love about it.
The RH Focus 24/7 is an excellent seating solution for various tasks. Its highlights include:
→ Versatile uses
The RH Focus 24/7 is suitable for jobs that include monitoring, surveillance, control rooms, police interviews, fire emergency services, and air traffic control. Wherever there are intense shift patterns, let this chair be the backbone of your workspace.
→ Dynamic movement
Complete with a tilting mechanism, this chair follows you as you make micro-movements. This ensures all-day comfort, no matter how you move. The backrest automatically fits each user due to the moveable centre, making it easy to find your sweet comfort spot.
→ Various design options
The RH Focus 24/7 comes in black, grey, and brown. Additionally, you can customise the chair with various fabric colours and placement options to match your unique workspace aesthetic.
Additional Specs.
| Best for: | 24/7 shift work, such as surveillance or control rooms |
| Upholstery: | Choice of leather or fabric upholstery |
| Frame material: | Steel and plastic |
| Colour options: | 3 frame colours, or design your own |
| Credentials: | ISO 14025, ISO 21930, EN 15804, BS 5459/2 |
| Warranty: | 5 years (Ts & Cs apply) |
3.
Ocee Four Flexion
The Ocee Flexion resembles a classic office chair at first glance, but there’s more to it than meets the eye. Designed to fit seamlessly into most office spaces, this chair offers soft comfort through the high-density cut foam seat and a sculptured back. The chair’s shape is crafted to promote good posture, which can positively impact one’s breathing, digestion and overall productivity.
Best features.
- Synchronised seating mechanism.
- Free-float back option.
- 5-position lockable back.
- Tension adjustment to suit various weights.
- Compliant with HSE seating.
- Optional adjustable headrest.
What we love about it.
We recommend the Ocee Flexion for office spaces for a variety of reasons. Below are the top benefits.
→ Soft and comfortable
If you prefer a traditional feel, the Flexion seat might be perfect for you. Its high-density foam provides soft and comfortable support for long workdays.
→ Encourages proper posture
Maintaining correct posture all day long is crucial for comfort at your desk. The Flexion features a spine-supporting curvature so you can sit comfortably throughout your working day.
→ Free-float mode
The Flexion offers presents a comfortable free-float mode, enabling individuals to recline comfortably based on their tasks. This feature is a valuable addition for brief screen breaks, reclining for brainstorming, or checking handheld devices. Additionally, you can securely lock the chair into five positions, which allows you to choose your preferred seating arrangement.
Additional Specs.
| Best for: | Traditional offices |
| Upholstery: | Fabric of your choice |
| Frame material: | Steel and plastic |
| Colour options: | Black, chrome or aluminium |
| Credentials: | Compliant with HSE seating at work directives |
| Warranty: | 5 years |
4.
Summit Inflexion
The Summit Inflexion is a beautifully sculptured chair available in a wide variety of bold colours for those who want to make a statement. With ergonomic shaping and an optional memory foam seat, this ingenious task chair provides home-like comfort in the office.
Best features.
- 15 fabric colour options and also available in Harris Tweed®.
- Height adjustable arms.
- Easy to adjust the back height.
- Inflatable lumbar support.
- Independent back and seat tilt.
- Foldable arm pads.
What we love about it.
The Inflexion is a bold office chair that sticks out from the crowd. Let’s look into the main benefits.
→ Back recline adjustment
You can adjust the back angle into various positions or leave it unlocked to enjoy free flow as you move naturally throughout your working day. This provides the utmost comfort, no matter how you choose to sit.
→ Inflatable lumbar support
Squeeze the bulb under the seat to inflate the lumbar support and press the button to deflate. This ingenious design makes it simpler than ever to adjust the lumbar, allowing you to find the most adequate support for your back.
→ Free-float mode
Not only can you choose from a wide range of colours, but you can also choose any fabric of your choice, including both natural and synthetic materials. The Inflexion is also available in Harris Tweed®.
Additional Specs.
| Best for: | Task seating |
| Upholstery: | Fabric of your choice |
| Frame material: | Plastic, aluminium |
| Colour options: | 15 fabric colour choices |
| Credentials: | BS5459 (for structural parts) |
| Warranty: | 5 years for use up to 8 hours a day by users up to 150kg |
5.
Sedus se:motion
Designed for a fast-paced and creative office environment, the se:motion chair is the solution for spontaneous and flexible work. Traditionalism meets dynamics in this knitted ergonomic seating solution that seamlessly blends into community workspaces, business, and home offices.
Best features.
- Upholstered with air-permeable knitted membrane cover.
- Height-adjustable armrests.
- Kinetic-Swing mechanism.
- Optional adjustable lumbar support.
- Sustainably made.
- 20+ seat colour options.
What we love about it.
This active chair sticks out in an office, and for good reason. Below are the main reasons we choose to supply the Sedus se:motion.
→ Breathable knit membrane
Kitted out with a 3D custom-made knitted membrane, this comfortable chair promises breathability, which is excellent for keeping you cool, especially in summer. It’s available in black, grey, red and petrol. It’s wrinkle-free, easy to clean, and helps maintain the chair's unique shape.
→ Height adjustable armrests
A genuine ergonomic chair has a range of adjustable features to ensure it suits a variety of users. While this chair is limited on some adjustable features (i.e., the adjustable lumbar support is only an optional add-on), it has height-adjustable armrests to provide proper support to your arms. This alleviates pressure on your shoulders and neck.
→ Improves posture
If you’re prone to back pain while sitting all day, this chair can mitigate the discomfort. The seat cushion, backrest, and armrests can encourage a good posture. The chair also opens at a 23-degree angle to allow more dynamic movement while seated.
Additional Specs.
| Best for: | Creative, flexible working |
| Upholstery: | Various options |
| Frame material: | Metal and plastic |
| Colour options: | 20+ colour options |
| Credentials: | GREENGUARD, AGR quality seal, ICONIC AWARDS 2021: Interior Innovation – Winner |
| Warranty: | 5 years |
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