5 Top Picks for Office Chairs in 2025

5 Top Picks for Office Chairs in 2025

A good quality office chair is a fundamental key to productivity, comfort, and health. Whether for a home office or a high-traffic workplace, the right choice of chair can have a big impact. In 2025, the focus is on ergonomic designs. Chairs with excellent support and functionality that also look the part are IN!

If you're in the market for a new office chair, you likely feel a little overwhelmed. Syphoning through the hundreds of options isn't always easy. 

Workspace Direct is here to help with a list of our top picks for office chairs in 2025. By the end of this article, you'll be ready to confidently upgrade your workspace!

1. Spectrum 3 Office Task Chair

The Spectrum 3 office chair is our best-seller classic-style ergonomic task chair with distinctive seat and backrest shaping, and unique no-slouch lumbar support. 

Spectrum features a heavy-duty multi-adjustable mechanism, with wide-range seat and back support. The backrest is uniquely contoured providing powerful lumbar support. The seat features distinctive contouring for enduring comfort and support, and is available in multiple sizes to suit the full spectrum of users

Features

• Uniquely shaped high backrest with strong lumbar support
• Distinctive contoured seat, shaped to provide enduring comfort and support
• Heavy-duty 3-lever mechanism:
• Back angle adjustment
• Seat angle adjustment
• Gaslift height adjustment
• Knob backrest height adjustment for optimum lumbar support
• Wide range of upholstery options

• 15-year warranty for normal commercial use
• 160kg: Recommended Maximum User Weight
• AS/NZS 4438 Level 6 Certified
• GreenGuard Gold Certified

2. Buro Elan Mesh Back Office Chair

The Buro Elan Mesh Back Office Chair pairs a great-looking design with everyday practicality. It has good-looking curves, a sturdy 5-star base, and a super smooth swivel action. This chair is optimal for 8+ hours of daily use and has a weight capacity of 130kg.

The Buro Elan is an office chair with a graceful appearance, elegant lines and advanced ergonomic features including a breathable mesh back, depth adjustable seat slide, armrests, headrest, lumbar support, and synchro mechanism.

Key Features

• Adjustable seat height
• Adjustable lumbar support
• Synchronized seat and back tilt
• Adjustable seat depth.
• Customer-specified fabric (Seat Only)
• Height and width adjustable arms
• Height adjustable headrest

Choose from a black or light grey frame to complement the workplace or home office interior.

Best for

This chair is a great option for those looking for a stylish solution that still offers comfort and style.

3. Buro Metro II Office Chair

Meet the evolved version of the popular Buro Metro Chair! This model incorporates innovative ergonomic technologies and a sleek, modern design. Its fine mesh and elastic knit seat upholstery offer breathability and long-lastingness. And if you're after a sophisticated touch, you'll love the squared-off backrest. The Buro Metro II has an impressive 180kg weight rating and 8-hour comfort rating.

Key Features

• Ergonomic adjustability: You can adjust the seat and back tilt (lockable or free-floating) for personalised comfort and support.

• Advanced lumbar support: Its ratchet height-adjustable backrest offers lower back support that you can customise.

• Durable design: With a high-density polyurethane moulded foam seat and robust 60mm castors, it's built to last.

• Sustainability and certification: Its AFRDI and GreenGuard certified, meeting high standards for safety and environmental responsibility.

• Flexible options: It comes with or without armrests, depending on your personal preferences.

• Exceptional warranty: It offers complete peace of mind with a 10-year guarantee on the chair and lifetime warranty on the gas lift component.

Best for

This chair can be ideal for professionals needing all-day comfort. It offers great value for money, an ergonomic design, and a finish that suits any space.

4. Rally Mesh Back Chair

An optimum value ergonomic task chair with a smart aesthetic and generous sizing.

The Rally Office Chair features a simple synchro mechanism with seat slide and backrest height adjustment. The backrest features a refined mesh and supportive contouring, and the seat is generous with a high level of comfort.

Rally is upholstered in a smart black polyester fabric, with option to reupholster in fabric of your choice.

Key Features

• High backrest with refined mesh and supportive contouring
• Generous high-comfort seat
• Synchro mechanism:
• - Dynamic back-with-seat tilt
• - Gaslift height adjustment
• - Tilt tension adjustment
• Seat slide seat depth adjustment
• Ratchet backrest height adjustment
• Smart black polyester seat fabric

5. Persona 24/7 Highback

The Persona 24/7 Highback doesn't shy away from hard work. It's built for demanding multi-shift environments and users who need ultimate durability and comfort. With a 180kg weight rating and certification for extensive commercial use, this chair is a standout choice for workplaces that operate around the clock.

Key Features

• Heavy-duty construction: The steel-reinforced base and heavy-duty gas lift provide excellent strength and stability.

• Advanced ergonomic adjustability: This chair offers independently adjustable seat back tilt and forward tilt with lock adjustment. It also has a depth-adjustable seat slide for individualised comfort.

• Lumbar support: The ratchet height-adjustable backrest ensures each user can tailor the lumbar support to their unique needs.

• Adjustable armrests: Its height- and width-adjustable arms make it suitable for various users and tasks.

• High-density foam: The moulded foam seat offers fantastic support and comfort, even during extended shifts. It can handle continuous 24/7 use without breaking a sweat.

• Certifications: Meets AFRDI Level 6 Severe Commercial and AFRDI 142 Multi-Shift standards. This guarantees reliability for heavy use.

Best for

This chair can be ideal for round-the-clock workplaces where staff work in rotating shifts. It can provide a comfortable and lasting solution for hospitals, control rooms, and call centres, for example.

Office Chair Solutions for Every NZ Workspace

An office chair is so much more than just a piece of furniture. It's a tool that supports how you work every day. The right chair can help you stay comfortable, focused, and free from aches. The wrong one can induce the fidgets, make you wish your workday was over before it even starts, and leave you with lasting discomfort.

The top picks we shared in this article cater to a range of needs and budgets. There's something for everyone!

At Workspace Direct, we make it easy to find office furniture that works as hard as you do. We have an extensive collection of quality office chairs that we deliver throughout New Zealand. Check out our range today and get ready to make sitting well part of your every day. 

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