Ergonomic Chair Finder

Answer ten short questions and our ergonomic specialists will personally match you with office chairs that fit your body, your desk and your budget.

An office chair only supports you when it matches your body: seat height for your legs, seat size for your build, back support for your spine and a weight rating for the mechanism. One model cannot fit everyone - that is why we ask ten short questions and have a specialist, not an algorithm, pick chairs for you.

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Questions in the meantime? Call us at 888-456-3746.

How the Chair Finder Works

1. Answer ten questions

Tell us about your height, weight, sitting style, fabric preference and budget. It takes about two minutes.

2. A specialist reviews your answers

Real ergonomic specialists - not an algorithm - personally review every submission.

3. Get personal recommendations

We email you a short list of chairs that fit your body and workspace, with honest advice on options and pricing.

Why Chair Fit Matters

Most office chairs are built for an "average" body - but almost nobody is average. A chair that is the wrong size causes pressure behind the knees, unsupported posture and lower back strain, no matter how many adjustments it has. The two measurements below tell you more about chair fit than any product photo.

How to Measure Seat Height

  1. Sit down with your feet flat on the floor and knees bent at about 90 degrees.
  2. Measure from the floor to just below your knee-cap.
  3. That distance is your ideal seat height - measure in the shoes you usually wear at your desk.

A properly set seat keeps your feet flat and your thighs parallel to the floor. Standard chair cylinders only cover a middle range of heights - shorter and taller users often need a different cylinder, which is exactly why the Chair Finder asks for your height.

View our seat height measurement diagram

How to Measure Seat Width & Depth

  1. Width: sit on a bench or a sturdy table and place a book against each side of your hips. The distance between the two books is your ideal seat width.
  2. Depth: while seated, measure from the back of your buttocks to the back of your knee, then subtract 2 inches for leg clearance. That number is your ideal seat depth.

A seat that is too deep makes you slide forward and lose lumbar support; a seat that is too narrow presses the armrests into your hips. Your weight range helps us match seat dimensions and the chair's rated capacity.

View our seat width & depth measurement diagram

Chair Finder - Frequently Asked Questions

You answer ten short questions about your height, weight, sitting style and budget. ErgoDirect's ergonomic specialists personally review your answers and email you chair recommendations matched to your body and workspace. The service is free, with no obligation to buy.

Office chairs are sized like clothing. Your height determines the right seat-height range and gas cylinder, and your weight determines the chair's build, mechanism and weight rating. A chair that fits keeps your feet flat on the floor and supports your lower back correctly.

Some people like adjustable lumbar support that gently fills the gap between the chair and their lower spine. Others prefer a flat, neutral backrest with no forward pressure. Telling us which feel you prefer helps us choose between chair families with very different back designs.

Yes. If you are in the San Francisco Bay Area, you can visit the ErgoDirect showroom in San Carlos, California and try a wide selection of ergonomic chairs in person. Call 888-456-3746 to arrange a visit.

Yes. The form lets you request a follow-up from an independent licensed ergonomist for an online or in-person ergonomic assessment. This is optional and separate from your chair recommendations.

Choosing the Right Office Chair - Common Questions

There is no single best ergonomic chair - the right chair is the one that matches your body and workspace. A chair that is perfect for a 6'2" user can be uncomfortable for someone who is 5'2". Start from your height, weight, preferred back support and budget, then compare only chairs that fit those numbers. Our Chair Finder does this matching for you, with a specialist reviewing your answers.

A chair fits when the seat height lets your feet rest flat on the floor, the seat is wide enough for your hips, the seat depth leaves a two-inch gap behind your knees, and the weight rating comfortably covers you. Measure yourself using the guides on this page, or answer the ten questions above and let our specialists match chairs to your measurements.

Shorter users - around 5'2" and under - usually need a lower seat height than standard chairs provide, and often a shallower seat. If your feet dangle or the seat edge presses the back of your knees, the chair is too big. Look for chairs offered with a lower gas cylinder and a smaller seat - in the Chair Finder, your height and weight answers tell us exactly which of these options you need.

Check three measurements: seat height (measure from the floor to just below your knee-cap while seated), seat width (the distance between two books placed against your hips) and seat depth (buttocks to the back of the knee, minus two inches). Compare them with the chair's specifications - or submit them through the Chair Finder and we will do the comparison for you. See the measuring guides above for step-by-step instructions.

It depends on how you like your lower back supported. Many people with lower back discomfort do best with adjustable lumbar support that gently fills the gap between the chair and the lower spine; others prefer a flat, neutral backrest. The Chair Finder asks exactly this question, plus where you feel discomfort, and you can optionally request an assessment by an independent licensed ergonomist. For persistent pain, talk to a medical professional as well.

A 30-inch fixed desk is taller than the typical 29-inch office desk, so your chair needs to adjust a little higher than average for your elbows to reach a comfortable typing height - shorter users may also need a footrest. This is exactly why the Chair Finder asks whether your desk is fixed or height-adjustable and how tall it is; we match the chair's height range to your desk, not just to you.

While seated with your feet flat on the floor and knees at about 90 degrees, measure from the floor to just below your knee-cap, wearing the shoes you use at your desk. That distance is your ideal seat height, and it should fall inside the chair's cylinder range. Follow our seat height measuring guide above, including the diagram.

Office chairs are sized like clothing: the right size is set by your height (seat height range), your hip width (seat width), your leg length (seat depth) and your weight (chair build and rating). Petite and big-and-tall users in particular should never buy a 'standard' chair unseen. Measure using the guides on this page, or answer the Chair Finder questions and let a specialist size the chair for you.

Once you know your seat height, seat width and seat depth, compare them against the seat dimensions listed in each chair's specifications - the chair's ranges should bracket your numbers, not just touch them. If you would rather not compare spec sheets, submit your answers through the Chair Finder and our specialists will shortlist chairs whose dimensions match your measurements.

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