Working from home has been a dream come true for many people, one of the not so many upsides of the covid lockdown but it does come with its own set of unique challenges. While working from home allows you to attend meetings in boxers, it can also cause a lot of physical and mental stress owing to long sitting hours and reduced interactions with people. Sitting for long hours for work can cause a lot of physical stress on your body and all sorts of problems associated with it. A good chair is thus one of if not the most important component of a good work from home setup. An uncomfortable chair can cause frustration and irritability as well and hence a good chair can also help reduce fatigue and mental strain. A good sitting position can go a long way in maintaining good posture and physical and mental health and a good chair helps to ensure just that. Okay, now that you’ve decided that you want to buy a good chair for your home office, let’s look at how to get the best chair to make your work from home experience more fun and productive. There is a wide variety of chairs floating around in the market like the extravagant executive chair, the sleek mesh chair, the legendary iconic plastic Monoblock chair, the crazy gaming chair(yeah, crazy USELESS! Literally, they’re useless please don’t buy them) so it can get a bit tricky to choose the best chair but fear not my friend we’re here to guide you so that you don’t make stupid decisions like buying a gaming chair as uh, my friend did. Anyways, the type of chair you want is the office chair and there a few key considerations when buying office chairs so let’s dive right in!

HOW TO CHOOSE

Buying an office chair is a significant investment but also an important one for your health and well being. A good chair is not only comfortable and increases productivity but also improves mood and posture. Some key things to consider while buying an office chair are listed below :-

• Seat: check the height, width and depth of chair from front to back to make sure it fits you perfectly. There are different sizes available so make sure you get the right size.
• Seat comfort: the seat should not be so soft that it creates problems for your back and neither so firm that it causes soreness in your buttocks.
• Back support: proper back support and lumbar support are important but some chairs have gimmicky lumbar supports which aren’t very effective. Most high end chairs provide lumbar support by design but see what works for you.
• Arm rest comfort: the height, width and length of arm rest should be of proper fit and there should be adjustments for the same as well as for pivot angle of arm rest. Many chairs also have arm rest cushioning to keep your elbows soft uwu.
• Adjustments: an office chair should be highly adjustable to fit the needs of the user . In addition to seat height and armrest adjustments, some standard adjustments are tilt lock, back height and headrest adjustments.
• Build quality: comfort and adjustability are of no use if it doesn’t last. You don’t want to be sitting on ripped fabric and a broken chair. Robustness in design and quality of materials are definitely very important.
• Assembly process: If I wanted to assemble chairs I’d be working in a chair factory. No one likes to perform over-complicated assembly but decide for yourself if it is worth it.
• Warranty policy: warranty is like cake, the more you get the better. All good brands provide a warranty for their chairs, some better than the others. Generally higher end chairs have more extensive and longer duration warranty.
• Return policy: some manufacturers have fees for returning products while some need paperwork, others are simple. Easy returns are definitely desirable.

Now that you can judge an office chair like my ex used to judge me, let’s look at the best office chairs available in India.

BEST OFFICE CHAIRS AVAILABLE IN INDIA IN 2021

We have handpicked the best office chairs after extensive research to meet your needs. The chairs have been divided into best premium office chairs, best budget office chairs, best affordable office chairs and some honorable mentions. So, without further adieu, let’s take a look.

BEST PREMIUM OFFICE CHAIRS :-

Chances are that these chairs are out not for you or me, or most of us but we all like to see things that we can’t afford don’t we. If these are the chairs for you, buy me one as well eh? Anyways, top chairs cherry picked from the best listed below :-

1) STEELCASE LEAP V2

• Seat comfort:5
• Back support:5
• Arm rest comfort:5
• Adjustments:5
• Build quality:5
• Assembly process:5
• Warranty policy:5
• Buy for Rs. 81,473 at steelcase.com

Steelcase leap v2 is a well rounded premium product. Fitting people of almost all sizes, coming in with ample adjustments, and build quality so good that it will last a lifetime, literally. In fact, I very often use “yo mama so fat, she broke the Steelcase chair when she sat on it” as a legit comeback. The seat is one of the most comfortable in the market. While the seat pad isn’t really thick, it does not cause any issues at all for long sitting time. Back support is the best in class with it’s Liveback technology which provides both flexibility and support. It has comfortable armrests with height , depth, width and pivot adjustments. This chair is one of the most adjustable chairs around with the option to adjust seat height, seat depth, arm width, arm depth, arm height, arm pivot, adjustable lumbar support and 5 tilt lock positions. The only standard adjustment it’s missing is the back height adjustment but that should already be tall enough for most users with the back height standard of 25”. it also comes with an optional headrest. One very strong point of leap v2 is this single chair can fit many different credit to the adjustments and standard back and seat size. This baby comes fully assembled right out of the box with a return policy of 30 days provided you keep original packaging. It has a lifetime warranty for the frame and 12 years for other parts, see I wasn’t joking before. Also, they cover expenses for all repairs and pay you if they can’t repair it, talk about service. It has the best build quality in industry with premium top of the line materials. Stylish and comfortable and a solid choice for those that can afford it.

2) STEELCASE GESTURE

• Seat comfort:5
• Back support:5
• Arm rest comfort:5
• Adjustments:5
• Build quality:5
• Assembly process:5
• Warranty policy:5
• Buy for Rs. 96,365 at steelcase.com

Another solid product from Steelcase, this chair is another solid choice for a premium office chair. It fits most uses easily no matter what their body size is due to it’s very high adjustability. The highlight though has to be the 4d highly adjustable arms which are even more adjustable than those in leap v2. the seat is similar to that of leap v2 which is not very thick but surprisingly causes no issues and is very comfortable. The lumbar support is adjustable but the effect isn’t as pronounced as that in leap v2. The backrest moves with you and provides adequate support in all positions. The arms come with 4d adjustments but also with a staggering range of 10.25” to 22.5” wide and up to 4.25” high. This chair comes in with all the standard adjustments except back height adjustments but that should not be considered a problem as it has a very high back height which can easily fit most people. Build quality is the best in class with all sorts of premium materials available. It comes in fully assembles with a 30 day return police with original packaging. It also has a lifetime warranty for frame and 12 years warranty for other parts. All in all a top chair with quality and ample adjustments.

3) HERMAN MILLER AERON

• Seat comfort:5
• Back support:5
• Arm rest comfort:5
• Adjustments:5
• Build quality:5
• Assembly process:5  
• Warranty policy:5
• Buy for Rs. 95,206 at hermanmiller.in

This chair is the holy grail of quality chairs, the epitome of what an office chair can be in terms of comfort, quality, everything. I could sit on it with blisters on my ass no problem. Made in Usa with high end build quality and premium materials. Herman miller is one of oldest and  most successful brands in chairs, with sales in over a 100 countries. This chair comes with a breathable mesh on back and seat which is very comfortable to sit on. It comes with pneumatic seat height adjustment, tilt tension adjustment, armrest pivot, arm depth adjustment, lumbar adjustment, forward seat tilt and tilt lock. It has 2.5” dual wheel casters. It comes in three sizes of which size a supports weight up to 300 lbs and size b and c up to 350 lbs. Coming in with 30 days return policy with no extra fees or even a requirement of original packaging and a warranty of 12 years on all parts, you can be assured about a decent after sales experience. They even cover expenses for repairs on the chair, now that’s what I call premium service. It comes in pre-assembled and ready to roll out and sit on. Build quality is the best in industry. The seat comfort might be dependent on whether you can get used to the mesh but this 8z pellicle mesh is very flexible and soft to touch . backrest has adjustable lumbar support and head rest is also adjustable. Arm rests have soft cushions on top and are fully adjustable with height, depth and pivot adjustments. Even the smoothest surfaces have cracks right? This seat also has some drawbacks in spite of all the features mesh seats are not for everybody and if you can’t get used to it, it’s better to consider other options. It also doesn’t have seat depth or back height adjustments, can’t have it all. Everything considered, this chair is a solid choice and has passed the test of time. If you’ve been searching chairs, chances are you’ve come across it already a couple of times. An iconic chair indeed.

4) HUMANSCALE FREEDOM

• Seat comfort:5
• Back support: 5
• Arm rest comfort:5
• Adjustments:5
• Build quality:5
• Assembly process:5
• Warranty policy:5
• Buy for Rs. 90,155 at ubuy.co.in

Humanscale freedom is a simple high end chair with a lot of ergonomic adjustments and premium build quality. The standard seat option is adequately comfortable for long sitting hours. One thing the freedom excels at though is back support with excellent lumbar support that hits your lower back as soon as you sit on it. It also has a pivoting function in backrest and excellent upper back support. The weight activated incline promotes movement. The headrest is designed to keep your eyes at proper position on the monitor. The Duran armpads are soft and premium with option to adjust their width and height. The seat is easy to adjust and comes with a lot of adjustability including seat depth, arm height and width, back height, head rest, and recline. Also the arms recline with you so it is also desirable if you like to work in different positions. It comes with good build quality but sadly no return policy is available. It comes in two parts which can be put together easily. These chairs come with a 15 year warranty on all parts. Overall a very ergonomic premium chair.

5) HERMAN MILLER EMBODY

• Seat comfort:5
• Back support: 5
• Arm rest comfort:5
• Adjustments:5
• Build quality:5
• Assembly process:5
• Warranty policy:5
• Buy for Rs. 1,50,000 at hermanmiller.in

The embody is a high end ergonomic chair with a unique design and solid build quality. The embody’s pixelated support technology has a wide grid of pixels on the seat and back that can flex and confirm to your specific body shape to distribute pressure and keep you comfortable. It is also very breathable. The weight limit on it is 400 lbs. The backrest is not height adjustable but the deign makes it work for most people. It also has seat depth adjustment. Armrest are premium and can be adjusted in height and width. This chair can also fit a wide range of people comfortably dur to it’s design. It’s design also encourages movement due to its slimmer and flexible back rest which provides ample support to your spine and lower back. There is the backfit adjustment to adjust lumbar support in a unique way by changing the angle of backrest. It has pneumatic seat height adjustment and seat depth adjustment, armrest height and width adjustment, lockable tilt positions, tension adjustment and back angle adjustment. Arms recline with the back. It is made with excellent build quality and premium finish. It comes in fully assembles with a 30 month return policy. It also has a 12 year warranty on all parts and repairs are also covered by the company. Overall, a very unique design and premium build with modern looks.

BEST BUDGET OFFICE CHAIRS :-

Now that you’ve seen what the best has to offer, let’s take a look at the chairs for the common man and what do they compromise on for the money. Spoiler alert, not too much! best chairs you can get for realistic prices :-

1) DURATEK CORPORATE M1 CHAIR WITH LUMBAR BACK SUPPORT

• Seat comfort:4
• Back support: 5
• Arm rest comfort:4
• Adjustments:4
• Build quality:4
• Assembly process:4
• Warranty policy:3
• Buy for Rs. 7850 at amazon.in

Duratek  is a brand primarily catering to office supplies. The chair is a quality ergonomic chair with quality and comfort in mind. The seat is soft and comfortable and causes no problem for long sitting hours. It also has a breathable mesh back of premium material. It also has adjustable lumbar support for good lower back support. It has BIFMA certified pneumatic seat height adjustment, armrest height adjustment, optional headrest, backrest angle and lumbar adjustments. Build quality is solid and the chair is sturdy. Maximum weight capacity is 100 kg. It comes fully assembled out of the box. It has a 1 year manufacturer warrant and 10 days replacement policy. This is a very popular and trusted chair for many corporate offices. Goods looks and solid quality and certainly a very good addition for your home office.

2) INNOWIN® JAZZ HIGH BACK MESH OFFICE CHAIR FOR OFFICE & HOME

• Seat comfort:4
• Back support: 5
• Arm rest comfort:4
• Adjustments:4
• Build quality:4
• Assembly process:4
• Warranty policy:1
• Buy for Rs. 8600 at amazon.in

Innowin jazz is a very popular ergonomic and comfortable chair. It has been highly praised for its design and comfort. I actually think that it beats the duratek in features but the only thing is that they don’t give a warranty but the build quality is excellent. It has a very soft high quality 45 density molded foam seat and a mesh breathable back with adjustable height and depth lumbar support. The mesh and seat materials are premium quality. It also has armrest height adjustment and also headrest adjustments. It also has an infinite tilt lock allowing it to lock at any tilt position. It also has bifma certified pneumatic height adjustment. It has a solid build quality and very sturdy build. Maximum weight capacity is 120 kg. You have to assemble the product and it’s a bit of work. It also comes with a 10 days replacement policy. They stopped giving warranty. They say people used to change product 10 Days before end of warranty like they abused it or something lol.

3) FEATHERLITE ASTRO MEDIUM BACK

• Seat comfort:4
• Back support: 3
• Arm rest comfort:4
• Adjustments:3
• Build quality:4
• Assembly process:3
• Warranty policy:4
• Buy for Rs. 8490 at amazon.in

Featherlite is one of the leading furniture manufacturing organization in India which focuses on innovative and cost effective chair designs. It has a very ergonomic design and plenty of adjustments to encourage dynamic seating. It has a good quality seat with soft seat. It has a breathable mesh back with adjustable lumbar support. Is has pneumatic seat height adjustment, recline lock, recline tension adjustment, armrest height adjustment and lumbar support height and depth adjustments. It has decent build quality and is very rigid. It requires to be assembled with nut and bolt fixing. It has a 10 day replacement policy and a 3 year warranty on all parts. That speaks of the trust of the company in it’s build quality. A very good and well rounded chair for you work from home needs.

4) MISURAA EASY MID BACK CHAIR

• Seat comfort:4
• Back support: 5
• Arm rest comfort:4
• Adjustments:4
• Build quality:4
• Assembly process:3
• Warranty policy:3
• Buy for Rs. 9499 at www.amazon.in

Misuraa is a premium brand manufacturing quality ergonomic chairs. It has a sleek ergonomic design and premium quality. It has a molded foam seat which is fabric upholstered. It also has a breathable mesh back with fixed lumbar support. It also has back recline lock at one position. It has fixed armrests with good quality and no wobble. It has seat height adjustments and tilt tension control. It also has heavy duty caster wheel and a weight capacity of 120 kg. Build quality is solid with very rigid body. Although you must carefully check the size for fit as it doesn’t have too many adjustments. It has to be assembled yourself, sigh. It has 1 year warranty on all parts. Kind of underrated as it is a very premium product with a good brand but isn’t talked about very much.

5) WIPRO FURNITURE ADAPT HIGH BACK EXECUTIVE ERGONOMIC OFFICE CHAIR

• Seat comfort:3
• Back support: 4
• Arm rest comfort:3
• Adjustments:4
• Build quality:3
• Assembly process:4
• Warranty policy:3
• Buy at Rs. 12329 at amazon.in

Wipro furniture a pretty popular brand for office chairs in India. The wipro furniture adapt is a premium and ergonomic chair with a nice design. It has a comfortable Pu foam seat with breathable mesh back. It also has an adjustable and cushioned lumbar support. It also has weight activated tension adjustment. Armrests are comfortable and height adjustable. It also has pneumatic seat height adjustment and two position tilt lock mechanism. The product is not as sturdy and the quality is good but not as expected for the price. Carpenter assembly is required for the chair which is provided by the seller. It also has 1 year manufacturer warranty covering all parts. Overall a good product but a bit overpriced.

BEST AFFORDABLE OFFICE CHAIRS:-

I hear noises, they’re coming from my pocket. It’s my wallet, it keeps saying these names I don’t know why but I can’t ignore it. The ultimate bang for buck chairs to make your ergonomic work from home setup a reality :-

1) GREEN SOUL SEOUL MID BACK OFFICE/STUDY CHAIR

• Seat comfort:4
• Back support: 4
• Arm rest comfort:3
• Adjustments:3
• Build quality:4
• Assembly process:4
• Warranty policy:3
• Buy for Rs. 3491 at amazon.in

Green soul is an Indian brand making high quality ergonomic chairs. This chair is a very high quality chair with decent design. It has a thick padded molded foam seat with a breathable mesh back although there is no lumbar support. It has fixed round armrests. It also has a lever to set tilt angle and a tension adjustment knob. There are 4 colour options and seat height adjustment. It has a maximum weight capacity of 90 kg. It requires basic assembly to be done and comes with a 10 day replacement policy. It also has a 1 year manufacture warranty which covers all parts and is hassle free to claim. Premium quality but missing many adjustments.

2) CELLBELL C106 MEDIUM-BACK MESH OFFICE CHAIR

• Seat comfort:4
• Back support: 4
• Arm rest comfort:3
• Adjustments:3
• Build quality:4
• Assembly process:4
• Warranty policy:3
• Buy for Rs. 2,999 at amazon.in

This baby is honestly at steal at this price. It can in my opinion beat some chair in the budget category in terms of features and build quality. The seat is fairly comfortable for long seating hours and has a breathable mesh back. It is very sturdy and build quality is top notch. It has elegant and comfortable fixed armrests. It also has bifma certified height adjustments and heavy duty castor wheels. The design is ergonomic but not fit for tall people. It has to be assembled yourself and comes with a10 day replacement policy. It also has a 12 month extensive warranty. The customer service of cellbell is supposedly great. Excellent value for money but not too many adjustments.

3) FURNICOM CHAIRS OFFICE/STUDY/REVOLVING COMPUTER CHAIR

• Seat comfort:4
• Back support:4
• Arm rest comfort:3
• Adjustments:3
• Build quality:4
• Assembly process:3
• Warranty policy:4
• Buy for Rs. 3999 at amazon.in

Furnicom is another trusted brand in the office chairs industry with good quality chairs. It has quality soft foam in the back and thick molded foam in the seat which eliminates heat and moisture build up. It has a recline from 90 to 120 degree and a tilt lock to lock it at 90 degree. It has fixed armrests made of fiber which are sturdy and comfortable. It has a maximum weight capacity of 100 kg. It has pneumatic height adjustment and a tension adjustment knob. This is a good quality and very comfortable chair which can fit different sizes. It needs to be assembled yourself and it comes with a 10 day replacement policy. It has a 1 year warranty on all parts. Overall a very good value product with good quality.

4) DURATEK TASK M1 FABRIC OFFICE EXECUTIVE CHAIR

• Seat comfort:4
• Back support:4
• Arm rest comfort:3
• Adjustments:3
• Build quality:4
• Assembly process:5
• Warranty policy:4
• Buy for Rs. 3950 at flipkart.in

Another solid product by duratek, the task m1 is a light and sleek ergonomic chair for long sitting hours. This chair has a ergonomic design and good quality seat material and breathable mesh back. It also has curved armrests which are sturdy and comfortable. It comes with pneumatic seat height adjustment, tension adjustment and tilt lock. Build quality is good and chair feels sturdy. It comes in fully assembled, no cap. It also has a 1 year warranty on all parts. Duratek at this point can be trusted for quality and good after sales service. All in all a solid choice for affordable office chairs.

5) TIMBER CHEESE ERGONOMIC MESH CHAIR

• Seat comfort:3
• Back support: 3
• Arm rest comfort:3
• Adjustments:2
• Build quality:3
• Assembly process:3
• Warranty policy:4
• Buy for Rs. 3029 at amazon.in

Timber cheese ergonomic mesh chair is a good value for money product. It has a good comfortable seat and a breathable mesh back. It has fixed rounded armrests. The adjustments on this chair are seat height adjustment and tilt tension adjustment. It has a sleek look but quality is not as premium. It is also not suitable for tall individuals. It has to be assembled yourself and it comes with a diy kit. It has a 10 day replacement policy and a 12 month extensive warranty. Diy my ass deliver it pre-assembled! This baby goes up and down only but boy does it do that good.

HONOURABLE MENTIONS:-

WIPRO FURNITURE MEDIUM BACK EXECUTIVE OFFICE CHAIR

• Seat comfort:4
• Back support: 3
• Arm rest comfort:4
• Adjustments:3
• Build quality:3
• Assembly process:4
• Warranty policy:3

IKEA MARKUS

• Seat comfort:4
• Back support: 4
• Arm rest comfort:3
• Adjustments:3
• Build quality:4
• Assembly process:4
• Warranty policy:3

HERMAN MILLER MIRRA 2

• Seat comfort:5
• Back support: 5
• Arm rest comfort:5
• Adjustments:5
• Build quality:5
• Assembly process:5
• Warranty policy:5

HON IGNITION 2.0

• Seat comfort:5
• Back support: 5
• Arm rest comfort:5
• Adjustments:5
• Build quality:5
• Assembly process:5
• Warranty policy:5

MISURAA IMPORTED XENON

• Seat comfort:4
• Back support: 5
• Arm rest comfort:4
• Adjustments:4
• Build quality:4
• Assembly process:4
• Warranty policy:3

HERMAN MILLER SAYL

• Seat comfort:5
• Back support: 5
• Arm rest comfort:5
• Adjustments:5
• Build quality:5
• Assembly process:5
• Warranty policy:5

A general rule is that the higher the budget the more features you get. It’s up to you to pick the right budget but one thing I can say for sure, investing in a good office chair is definitely worth it and will pay well in terms of your health and well being. Bye and happy sitting!