I've tried a couple of 'gaming' chairs and cheap office chairs, but nothing works.

Budget is around $500, but willing to stretch for something that will last 5+ years.

What's the actual best ergonomic chair right now that's worth the investment?

I feel like I’m going against the grain here, but I’ve tried 5 of the most recommended ergonomic chairs in multiple sizes (Herman Miller Aeron, Embody, Sayl, Steelcase Leap, Ikea Markus) and I f*cking hated every single one of them. Yeah, the build quality is fine, but they’re super uncomfortable to me. I don’t sink into them, I don’t relax, I just feel like I’m sitting on a stiff frame that locks me into one position.

For context: I’ve never had back problems in my life, and to my understanding going to the gym religiously kinda eliminates the need for the whole “perfect ergonomic chair” thing anyway. I don’t want a torture device designed for HR departments, I want a chair that’s actually comfortable to sit in for hours.

So here’s what I’m looking for: • I don’t want RGB clown chairs, but I do like the simple one- or two-color gaming chair look. • I’m open to a cushy office/boss style chair, but only if it doesn’t look like total crap. • I want something durable enough not to snap under me in 2 years (already killed one with brackets holding it together lol).

Are there actually good gaming chairs that aren’t Secretlab 1000+ BGN/€500+, or is there a “hidden gem” office chair that has the same cushy vibe but doesn’t look like an eyesore?

An ergonomic office chair is one of the mosst important items for your home office I bet, but you may not know how to choose the right one for your needs. I'll help you!!

You can find countless reviews from long-time users on Reddit about the value of ergonomic chairs. Brands like Herman Miller or Steelcase are often mentioned due to their popularity and outstanding quality, even though they can be quite expensive. However, there are many other great alternatives that can ensure your 8-hour workday is as comfortable as possible.

Few KEY points to consider are: budget + purpose + specs + warranty

Sort these out and you'll get the right chair, TECHNICALLY...the final and best is….comfort/fit

Regardless of whether it's technically the right chair, under the 4 main subjects, it might be uncomfortable, and no one wants that. Regardless of the types, models, and brands of the chair, you need to ensure that your chair is comfortable for working. If you want to buy online, you should check the level of comfortability they are offering. The comfortability of the desk chair depends on the materials used to produce the chairs.

Budget, no point looking at a one thousand chair, when you only have $500 to spend

Purpose, no point buying a chair, when you need a stool.

Specifications, if you weight 250lbs, you don't want a chair only for 150 lbs weight limit. Next, the armrest of the working desk is a crucial part of the chair bc to concentrate on working fully, you need to set the armrest in the proper place. Adjust the height of the armrest so that the seated elbow height is parallel to the armrest. Too higher and too lower of the height of the armrest provide an uncomfortable working experience.

You should also check the height adjustability feature of the chair, I'd highly advise this.

So what are the "BEST" office chair companies today?

They must be store.hermanmiller.com (Herman Miller) and steelcase.com/products/office-chairs/. These 2 are the TOP on the market but of course they're pricey. If you're willing to pay, let's go with them.

Tier 2 brands are Xchair, Haworth, Branch, Sihoo and Flexispot. They make the best mid-range office chairs on the market today.

Best specifc office chairs models for each that are highly recommended for every budget at the moment:

- Herman Miller Aeron, Herman Miller Embody and Steelcase Gesture are high-end options $1400+.

- If you want to find the best choices under $500, here you are:

• Sihoo Doro C300

• HON Ignition 2.0

• Branc Chair Pro

• Haworth Breck

• Flexispot C7 Chair

- Steelcase Karman - Haworth Fern are really worth buying if you have $1000 budget.

Hope this helped you!