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Although Anthros was designed to be the premium chair for people who sit for long periods, we understand that the price point may not work for everyone. As clinicians and seating experts, we firmly believe everyone should have access to a chair that meets basic ergonomic standards.

So, if Anthros is currently outside your budget, here are five high-quality chairs we recommend—each with their own unique features that can provide basic relief for those long hours at your desk.

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Special Features: Refurbished Steelcase Leap combined with the seat of the Lamia, offering a blend of ergonomics at a lower price. This chair is particularly good if you’re looking for a balanced option that supports both general comfort and posture throughout the day.

Special Features: Designed for active sitting, the Core Chair Classic features a contoured seat cushion and a supportive low back cushion to encourage pelvic support. It allows for movement with adjustable tension, keeping your muscles engaged without compromising posture.

The core chair is great for people who like the active sitting concept but also want a comfortable seat and low back support.

Special Features: A mesh office gaming chair that has a gel seat. The arms flip up and it offers a headrest with a 115-degree recline.

It's a great option for people who like to use their chair to chill and recline. It can be a good option for basic comfort during the day.

Special Features: The NuChair helps align your spine by bringing your pelvis into a neutral position—key to promoting healthy posture. It doesn’t offer back support, rather the support is on the front side of the body.

This may be useful for professions where you need to be leaning forward (ie. Tatoo artist).

Special Features: The Branch Ergonomic Chair offers firm lumbar support, a mesh back for breathability, and a foam cushion. It also has an optional headrest add-on.

It’s a solid choice for people looking for a nice-looking chair with basic features, without the high price tag.