

The Alera Elusion Series Mesh Swivel Chair is a task chair designed to adjust to multiple users, with a mid-height mesh back and contoured seat cushion for maximum comfort. The breathable weave promotes airflow, preventing a stuffy or sweaty feeling if you spend an extended period of time sitting in your chair. It’s no coincidence that many task chairs have a mesh back. Mid-height back doesn’t provide as much support All three chairs benefit from a breathable mesh back and seat that allows air to circulate.Īt about $1,800, this task chair is the most expensive on our list, but it’s backed by a 12-year warranty that includes all moving mechanisms, ensuring that your investment will last for years to come.ĭimensions: 27 x 16.75 x 41 inches | Material: Elastomeric-polyester blend | Weight Capacity: 300 pounds (small) 350 pounds (medium, large) | Adjustable: Yes The small size chair is recommended for users up to 300 pounds, while the medium and large chairs support up to 350 pounds. You can also pick the finish and color options that match your home office or fit your preferences. There are a total of seven selections to make when buying this task chair, including the width of the seat, level of back support, and adjustability of the seat tilt and arms. Since individual preferences for a task chair vary, Herman Miller makes it possible to pick the features that suit your situation. It’s available in three different seat widths to accommodate a range of body types, and it offers eight zones of tension adjustment within the back and seat of the chair. This customizable task chair is engineered with ergonomics and comfort in mind. It’s hard to put a price on comfort but if we did, it would be the cost of the high-end Herman Miller Aeron Chair. Seat back height may be too short for taller individuals It’s an especially good buy if you need to order several task chairs for a small office.ĭimensions: 25.5 x 24.5 x 41.25 inches | Material: Heavy duty nylon | Weight Capacity: Not listed | Adjustable: Yes All in all, this task chair doesn't offer as many points of adjustment as you’ll find with other task chairs on our list, but it comes in various color combinations for an affordable price. The lumbar support is one the biggest value adds for this budget task chair, but its height and the amount of support are not adjustable. The padded armrests fold up and out of the way if you’re looking for the easy access offered by an armless task chair. This budget task chair includes a pneumatic seat height adjustment, along with a tilt tension adjustment and a tilt lock. This option costs less than $150 but gives you a mid-back seat height with lumbar support and a waterfall seat cushion for comfort during extended sitting sessions. Even still, the Branch Task Chair is worth considering for its premium ergonomics at an affordable price.ĭimensions: 26 x 24 x 43 inches | Material: Nylon mesh | Weight Capacity: 275 pounds | Adjustable: Yesįor a comfortable and ergonomic task chair that won’t break the bank, we recommend the Flash Furniture Kelista Mid-Back Task Chair. If you’re looking for a chair with a splash of color, you won’t find it with this option. The chair’s high-density foam cushion, mesh backrest, and frame are only available in a standard black finish that blends into most office environments. Keeping in mind the under-$300 price point, the warranty coverage adds to the value of this popular task chair. While the warranty period is shorter than what you’ll find on a high-end task chair (like the 12-year warranty for the Herman Miller Aeron Chair), it protects your investment against defects in workmanship or materials. It’s also backed by a five-year warranty for parts and components. The Branch Task Chair can be returned within 30 days if it doesn’t meet your expectations. This may mean that individuals shorter or taller than this range may not be able to benefit fully from some aspects of the chair’s design. Keep in mind that the chair’s adjustments and ergonomics are designed for users that range in height from 5’4” to 6’3”. You can customize your seating experience with five points of adjustment, including height, tilt, tilt tension, armrest height and lumbar support height. Breathable nylon mesh provides a comfortable backrest, while a firm lumbar cushion helps you maintain proper posture, even during extended sitting sessions. We recommend this as the best task chair for most people, since it offers a range of adjustable components to provide you with maximum comfort and support. Get the ergonomic support you need with the Branch Task Chair. May be less suited to users under 5’4” or over 6’3” The Spruce Home Improvement Review Board.
