High-end ergonomic chairs

Terry · #1 01-05-2005, 05:32 PM

Does anyone have any experience or advice about high-end ergonomic chairs?

I have eliminated the Herman Miller Aeron Chair because I frequently like to sit on one leg or with both legs up in a sort of lotus position and the net seat just isn’t comfortable for that. I have also seen reports that the fabric is so rough that it actually wears out pants very quickly.

Anybody tried the Herman Miller Mirra chair ?

The Leap chair and the Think chair, both by Steelcase are the two that are highest on my list right now.

I’m also giving serious consideration to the Freedom chair but am uncertain that the idea of not having adjustments and/or locks is such a good idea, although the chair has won all sorts of awards.

So, anybody have any experience or insights? Or something I’ve missed?

Thanks.

greg nice · #2 01-05-2005, 05:43 PM

ive sat in an aeron and found it overrated. i want to try the freedom.

you should not spend $800 on a chair that you havent sat in.

itsmarty · #3 01-05-2005, 05:53 PM

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Martin

Nightwish · #4 01-05-2005, 07:12 PM

I have tried both the Aeron and the Freedom chair, and I like the overall comfort of the Aeron more. However, the Freedom chair has an optional headrest, which is a pretty nice feature.

The Aeron is truly an incredible chair. I've heard people refer to it as a "hammock for your ass," and that's pretty close.

I would strongly recommend that you go to a high-end furniture store and try out these chairs before you buy one. If there's a Design Within Reach store near you, they carry both the Freedom and Aeron (but not the Leap).