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ortolon t1_j9p0aci wrote

I have a lot of loyalty to the Herman Miller Aeron.

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Girhinomofe t1_j9q3585 wrote

This will always be one of the solid answers alongside Steelcase.

I suggest checking Facebook Marketplace first; there are companies that will buy these from companies who vacate office space or love replacing furniture and sell them for a fraction of new.

I bought a used one several years ago for $350 and it looked new when I picked it up— still does!

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Falconeer t1_j9q5vqz wrote

I've had a chance to use the Aeron at a number of jobs in the past (I'm a programmer). When I went full remote I splurged and bought one for myself. It's literally fixed the back problems I used to have. Great warranty, very sturdy and repairable. Big fan here!

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jlbob t1_j9sk3ky wrote

Mine is 26 years old and sits like new. All parts are still available if I need to replace anything.

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SigSeikoSpyderco t1_j9p1ihz wrote

Herman Miller and Steelcase make the best stuff.

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regaphysics t1_j9pm1nm wrote

This is the answer. Haworth and knoll are good also- but a definite step down.

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CKSide t1_j9p378v wrote

Steelcase leap. Either v1 or v2. Both are very comfortable and have lots of adjustments available

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Emuc64_1 t1_j9po9tr wrote

Seconded. Used a Steelcase Leap (v1?) with headrest in my previous office for about 7 years, looked brand new.

Bought a Leap v2 w/o headrest to replace my "gaming chair" - well worth paying double. I wish I would've paid a little more money to get headrests because it's built into the chair back. To get an official one, you'd have to replace the entire back.

Edit: FYI - Gaming chair was a Secret Lab Titan. Fell apart under 3 years. What a POS and since it was just out of warranty, they wanted $160 to replace the defective seat (leather was peeling) and armrest (lumpy).

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spambearpig t1_j9pcav3 wrote

Herman Miller make damn fine chairs, had ours for 8 years. Once ruined a seat pad, you can just order a replacement in a massive range of colours and materials. Don’t regret a penny spent considering how long I’ve spent in the thing. Good now as the day it was new.

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bstroszek t1_j9plkxc wrote

Herman Miller Aeron or my preference Embody

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viracbou t1_ja8zgrx wrote

Found some steelcase chairs at a local thrift store for $60 each. Try that.

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notdoreen OP t1_jaasiix wrote

Thank you. I've been keeping an eye online.

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Yars107 t1_j9pgz0h wrote

I used to work at an office design studio and I got the chance to buy a discount AllSteel Acuity about 10 years ago. I use it everyday and it's amazing. I work about 8 hours remote.

Its about $400 and its comparable to the Herman Millers and Steelcases but not as common. And after working with different office chairs brands selling their products, I saw that AllSteel had a better quality.

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scabbagetrout t1_j9pkw1y wrote

My office has leather AllSteel chairs. I'm not sure which design, but they are absolutely fantastic.

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jfcmfer t1_j9pugis wrote

I got a Lifeform High Back Exec Chair after a injured my back. I love it. Costs a lot though.

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424ge t1_j9qqjfl wrote

WorkPro series

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slawre89 t1_j9qu23s wrote

Buy a used Herman miller aeron chair. They are modular and you can even upgrade the features on them if the one you buy is the base version with parts on eBay.

If you’re diligent at searching you can score them for under $200

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nilathak81 t1_j9rsaq0 wrote

HAG Capisco

I've been using a Steelcase Leap for over a decade, but I now wanted a chair that avoids any pressure on my scapulae.

The Capisco has been designed to allow a reverse sitting position as well (sitting with your chest on the backrest)

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AnotherHunter t1_j9rszy0 wrote

Don’t listen to anyone telling you you can get a cheap Herman Miller or Steelcase off Facebook/CL without ridiculous timing and luck. That’s the worst kept secret on the internet.

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PopcornLunge t1_j9sfq3u wrote

Why does this post have so many responses and zero karma?

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