Budget to Luxury: Best Office Chairs for Every Price Range

The idea of working from home – stretched out on the sofa (or bed!) – sounds great. But the reality is, when you’re working long days, not only will you find it less productive without the space of your office desk – you’ll start to suffer from arm, back, neck and shoulder pain. 

In this guide, we’ll review why your office chair matters and highlight some of the best office chairs to suit every price range, from budget and mid-range to luxury. We’ll then finish with some sound advice on what to look for when buying an office chair. 

Whether you need an ergonomic office chair for the home office or your workplace, a budget-friendly affordable option or a high-end executive chair, we’ve got you covered. Buy Direct Online has the best office chairs for every price range – which will you choose?

Why Your Office Chair Matters

Office chairs are built for long hours of sitting at a desk. When you think about the number of hours you spend each week sitting, making the right choice matters as you need a chair that will help keep you productive and comfortable all day. A well-designed chair will support a good posture and allow for ease of movement at your desk. As well as back support, a good office chair will minimise strain on your arms, neck, and shoulders, ensuring you stay comfortable, productive and pain-free for long periods.

Best Budget Office Chairs

When you’re looking for a budget-friendly office chair, we have plenty of low-priced options –  and you won’t need to compromise on comfort at a lower price point. Our top 3 budget picks include features your body will appreciate, such as adjustability and lumbar support. Our budget picks are all priced under $250 (if you need a few, ask about our bulk deal pricing).

Top Budget Pick 1: Tommi Mesh Office Chair

The Tommi Mesh Office Chair is a popular choice for the home or office as it’s excellent value for money and is quick and simple to assemble.

• Features: Comfort and support with a breathable mesh back fabric that comes in 5 bright colours of your choice. Lumbar support and adjustable tilt mechanism.
• Price: $137.

Top Budget Pick 2: Click Ergonomic Task Chair

The Click Ergonomic Task Chair is packed with adjustable and ergonomic features and can be ordered with a high or low back.

• Features: An easy-to-use three-lever mechanism controls an adjustable back height, seat, and back angle. A comfortable moulded seat and squared foam back support and cushions the body.
• Price: $197.

Top Budget Pick 3: Executive Office Chair (Mid Back)

For the ultimate luxury look at a budget price check out the sophisticated mid-back Executive Office Chair. 

• Features: Lumbar support, tilt angle adjustment and 360-degree rotation seat. Plush, leather-looking upholstery, Smart, chrome-finished built-in rack on the back of the chair for holding ties, scarfs, etc. Removable padded armrests.
• Price: $237.

Best Mid-Range Office Chairs

Our top picks of mid-range office chairs, priced under $500, strike a nice balance between affordability and quality. We think these chairs are ideal for busy professionals working from home or small businesses with a tight budget, cleverly blending comfort and style without a hefty price tag. You can reduce the quoted price tag further with a bulk-buy discount.

Top Mid-Range Pick 1: Stella Posture Perfect Office Chair

Designed for extended hours of sitting, the Stella Posture Perfect Office Chair is a multi-functional wonder with the approval and endorsement of occupational therapists.

• Features: Tilt action adjusts the seat and backrest angle from upright to reclined positions; back cushion distributes body pressure evenly and provides lumbar correction; height-adjustable arms at the push of a button.
• Price: $497.

Top Mid-Range Pick 2: Monti Therapeutic Office Chair

For a sleek, stunning-looking chair that looks after your body, check out The Monti Therapeutic Office Chair.

• Features: High-density cushion seat designed to minimise pressure and enhance blood flow to the feet. Fully ergonomic seat tilt & lock system. Height and width adjustable arms. Arm pads can be adjusted to an ergonomic wrist support position.
• Price: $427.

Top Mid-Range Pick 3: Action Mesh Office Chair

The Action Mesh Office Chair is a great-looking chair for the home or office, perfect for warm days in Australia, with breathable mesh upholstery on the backrest. The seat design reduces pressure behind the knee and stimulates blood flow.

• Features: Custom tilt and full body recline control, posture correct lumbar support, height adjustable armrests.
• Price: $347.

Best Luxury Office Chairs

Our luxury office chair top picks are ideal for executives and professionals who need extra comfort for those long hours at their desks or for people looking for premium comfort and style. 

Top Luxury Pick 1: X4 Premium Leather Executive Chair

For ultimate comfort, the X4 Premium Leather Executive Chair is chock full of ergonomic technological innovations – packaged in stylish, sleek leather.

• Features: Dynamic Variable Lumbar support adjusts to your body whenever you move. Flex mesh technology supports the seatback. Fine-tune arms, seat back and headrest.
• Price:$1,497.

Top Luxury Pick 2: Spartan Heavy Duty 200kg Bariatric Chair

It can be tricky to find comfortable standard-sized seating when you have a larger frame. That’s not a problem with the Spartan Heavy Duty 200kg Bariatric Chair. This chair ticks all the boxes for big-size comfort, support and looks.

• Features: Plush padding in the seat and contoured backrest for lumbar support. Heavy-duty lock and tilt mechanism with bodyweight tension control. Gas-lift height adjustment.
• Price: $997.

Top Luxury Pick 3: Humanscale Freedom Premium Leather Ergonomic Executive Office Chair

We couldn’t leave out the ultimate office chair, which will take pride in any office – the stunning Humanscale Freedom Premium Leather Ergonomic Executive Office Chair. For those who want the best that money can buy – this beautifully designed chair has a timeless aesthetic that gives next-level comfort.

• Features: Weight-sensitive self-locking recline mechanism, pivot backrest and sculptured, contoured cushions to maximise comfort throughout the day.  Dynamic support headrest. Generous warranty.
• Price: 3,847.

What to Look for When Buying an Office Chair

Beyond the aesthetics of an office chair, there are other factors to evaluate. If you’re a larger size, make sure the chair can support your weight and check the seat dimensions to avoid the discomfort of squeezed hips. Check the seat height range to suit your height and whether the chair is adjustable. Look for chairs with quality lumbar support and adjustable tilt mechanisms so you can work comfortably for extended periods.

Get the Best Office Chairs from Buy Direct Online

Buy Direct Online offers an extensive range of budget, mid-range and luxury office chairs. For the home office, small business, or executive suite, Buy Direct Online has the best office chairs in Australia, offering a range of styles and features to support your upper body and keep you comfortable and productive throughout the day.
Buy Direct Online has options to suit all budgets, so jump in and explore our ergonomic chairs, mesh chairs, heavy-duty chairs, executive office chairs, and more.