Best office chair

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published 1 April 2021

Armless office chairs are ideal for your workspace whether you’re in the office or working from home. And making sure you get the right chair for your space is vital not only for your health but also your productivity levels. Armless chairs fit perfectly into all spaces and tuck neatly under your desk at the end of the day so even better for small spaces. We’ve compiled a list of the best armless chairs to fit your needs and your budget so you can work in comfort all day long.

Best overall

Office Hippo

Classic design, maximum comfort

This armless chair is designed to be used everywhere from busy offices to your home studio. It has an adjustable backrest so can make sure you get your posture just right. The seat also adjusts, and it’s on castors to allow you to move it around easily. It comes in a range of colours and takes just 30 minutes to assemble.

Best basic

AmazonBasics office chair

An ergonomic chair for max comfort

This simple but effective armless chair has a padded seat and back for ultimate support. It has pressure rollers fitted so your chair won’t move around whilst you’re sitting at your desk. This chair also swivels 360 degrees so you can multitask with ease. It’s also covered in strong, robust fabric which is more breathable and comfortable than leather.

Best for home office

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Office essentials mesh chair

Breathable but still supportive

This armless chair has a breathable mesh back, so you’ll feel comfortable however long you're sat at your desk. The backrest is ergonomic and promotes proper spinal alignment. It’s also lightweight but still really stable thanks to the chrome base. You can use this chair comfortably on carpet or hard flooring.

Best luxe

ModernLuxe armless chair

Add a bit of glamour to your home office

This chair is super comfortable and uses high-quality foam which is wrapped in velvet for a very luxurious look and feel. It has nylon wheels, so you don’t have to worry about the chair leaving marks on your flooring. Long days at your desk are no issue with this chair as the L-shape design will help you maintain good posture. And you can easily adjust the height to suit your desk.

Best design

Cherry tree velvet chair

Make a statement with this chair

If you’re looking for an armless chair that will make a design statement as well as being comfortable, then this is it. It’s covered in a beautiful velvet fabric and also comes in blue, grey, and yellow. It has a 360-degree swivel, and you can adjust the seat to suit your needs.

Best for small spaces

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Office Essentials chair

Strong and stable for small areas

This office chair is perfect for small spaces. It is covered in a hard-wearing fabric so ideal for all kinds of environments from children’s bedrooms to a busy office. It has a class 4 chrome gas lift so you can easily adjust the height of the seat to guarantee perfect comfort at all times.

Bottom line

Finding a chair that will help you maintain a good posture, stop any muscle aches and strains as well as looking good can be a bit of a nightmare task. But that’s why we love the Hippo small office chair. It’s basic but also comfortable and comes in a range of colours to suit your decor. It’s also designed to be used for eight hours a day, 7 days a week, so it is ideal for all workspaces.

The cherry tree velvet desk chair is another one top of our list. It looks amazing and is strong, durable, and it has a curved back will leave you feeling comfortable all day. The seat height is adjustable, so it's suitable for all desks.

I’m Rachael, and I’m a freelance writer at Real Homes. I write buying guides, product reviews, and news pieces on how to live your best home life. I live in a Victorian terrace in Newport, South Wales, with my husband Chris and our two terriers, a Westie called Maggie and a Sealyham called Murray. I specialize in trying out products that can change the way you live your life. Whether that be a vacuum cleaner that can cut your cleaning time in half or a mattress that will guarantee you the best night’s sleep.