Most people working from home put more thought into their laptop than their chair. But if you sit for seven or eight hours a day, the chair is the piece of kit your body notices most. A kitchen chair is fine for an hour. By Thursday afternoon, your lower back will tell you it isn't fine for a working week.
There's no single best office chair for everyone. The right one depends on how long you sit, how big your room is, how tall you are and what you want to spend. Here's what to look for, and six picks for different needs.
What to look for in a home office chair
- Seat height that matches your desk. Most desks are 72–76 cm high, which suits a seat height of roughly 45–55 cm. Sit with your feet flat and your elbows level with the desk.
- Lumbar support. Support for the curve of your lower back matters most if you sit all day or already get back pain.
- A breathable back. A mesh back stays cooler than padded fabric, which helps in a small room with the heating on.
- The right size for your room. In a box room, check the chair's footprint and how far it sticks out behind the desk.
- Your height. Smaller chairs suit smaller people. If you're tall, look for a high back.
1. Best for full working days: Ergonomic Office Chair with Headrest
The Ergonomic Office Chair with Headrest & Lumbar Support (€109.99) supports you from your lower back to your neck. It has built-in lumbar support, a headrest for when you lean back on a call, and a breathable mesh back. It comes in grey or pink.
Choose it if: you work full days at the desk and want more support than a basic chair.
2. Best for taller people: High-Back Ergonomic Office Chair
The High-Back Ergonomic Office Chair (€96.90) has a tall backrest that supports your whole spine, not just your lower back. The lumbar support adjusts to your natural curve, the seat goes from 45 to 55 cm, and it holds up to 120 kg.
Choose it if: you're tall, or a smaller chair leaves your upper back unsupported.
3. Best for a box room: Compact Mesh Office Chair
The Compact Mesh Office Chair (€79.99) takes up just 55 × 48 cm, so it tucks under a small desk. The castors lock when you sit down, so the chair doesn't roll away from the desk, and a tilt tension knob sets how easily the back leans.
Choose it if: floor space is tight. It's best for people up to about 170 cm tall.
4. Best on a budget: Swivel Mesh Office Chair with Armrests
The Swivel Mesh Office Chair (€59.99) is a simple swivel chair that does the basics well: a curved mesh back, armrests, gas-lift height adjustment and a full 360° swivel. It comes in black or green.
Choose it if: you want to get off the kitchen chair without spending much.
5. Best for proper breaks: Reclining Mesh Office Chair with Footrest
The Reclining Mesh Office Chair with Footrest (€109.99) leans back to 135°, and a padded footrest pulls out from under the seat for a break at lunchtime. The seat goes from 42 to 52 cm and it holds up to 120 kg.
Choose it if: you'd like to step away from the screen without leaving the room. Reclined with the footrest out, it needs about 91 cm of depth, so measure in a small room.
6. Best for posture and back strain: Ergonomic Kneeling Chair
The Ergonomic Kneeling Chair (€74.99) works differently. It tips your hips forward so your back stays upright, with some of your weight on your shins. The rocking birch base lets you move as you work. It suits desks 75–90 cm high.
Choose it if: you slump by mid-afternoon. Start with 15 to 30 minutes at a time and swap back to a regular chair in between.
Quick comparison
| Chair | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Ergonomic chair with headrest | €109.99 | Full working days |
| High-back ergonomic chair | €96.90 | Taller people |
| Compact mesh chair | €79.99 | Box rooms |
| Kneeling chair | €74.99 | Posture |
| Swivel mesh chair | €59.99 | Tight budgets |
| Reclining chair with footrest | €109.99 | Breaks |
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Set up the rest of your desk
A good chair works best with your screen at eye level. A monitor riser or laptop stand stops you hunching forward, and if your feet don't reach the floor comfortably, an under-desk footrest helps. Short on space? Read our guide to box room office ideas.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best office chair for working from home? For full days at the desk, an ergonomic chair with adjustable lumbar support and a breathable back. If your room is small, prioritise a compact footprint, and if you're tall, choose a high back.
Is a gaming chair good for working from home? Gaming chairs are built for leaning back, and many have bulky padded sides that run warm and take up a lot of room. For a small home office, an ergonomic mesh chair is usually more comfortable for a working day.
How much should I spend on a home office chair? A basic swivel chair costs around €60, and an ergonomic chair with lumbar support and a headrest around €100–€110. If you sit all day, it's worth buying the support.
How long does delivery take? Orders are processed within 1–3 business days and usually arrive at Irish addresses within 7–14 business days after dispatch. Delivery is free in Ireland on orders over €75.