I love this office chair, and with $200 off it's one of the best options out there

A man wearing headphones is relaxing in a light gray and white ergonomic office chair with his feet propped up on a white desk.
(Image credit: Autonomous)

I've tested dozens of office chairs over the years, and the Autonomous ErgoChair Pro keeps pulling me back. Now it's $399, down from $599; a solid $200 discount that makes an already reasonably priced ergonomic chair genuinely compelling for Black Friday.

Autonomous ErgoChair Pro
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Autonomous ErgoChair Pro: was $599 now $399 at Autonomous Inc

Available in both foam and mesh versions, this ergonomic chair includes adjustable lumbar support, breathable mesh backrest, and nine adjustment points. Bulk buyers save even more: 3-9 chairs at $343.94 each, 10-29 at $331.57 and 30+ at just $327.98; perfect for studios and agencies.

Why it beats rivals

Here's what separates the ErgoChair Pro from standard office seating: that flexible lumbar cushion moves up and down to match the specific curve of your spine, while the 2-to-1 recline ratio keeps your seat level as the back tilts.

This precise geometry means you can lean back to think without throwing your lower back, legs and thighs out of alignment. The mesh version offers maximum airflow during long sessions (crucial for creative professionals grinding through deadlines) while the foam option provides plusher, lasting support for those who prefer traditional cushioning.

Why it's a bargain

At $399, the ErgoChair Pro already undercuts premium ergonomic chairs that cost $700-$900 while delivering comparable adjustability and comfort. But those bulk discounts transform the value proposition entirely. If you're running a creative studio, production house or agency with 10+ team members, you're looking at $331.57 per chair; less than half the cost of a Herman Miller Aeron or Steelcase Leap. Scale that to 30 chairs for a larger team and you're paying just $327.98 each, saving $8,130 compared to buying at the regular price.

And remember, for creative businesses where staff spend long hours daily at desks, investing in proper ergonomic seating isn't luxury. It's preventing future medical costs and productivity loss, so this offer is well worth looking at.

Tom May
Freelance journalist and editor

Tom May is an award-winning journalist and author specialising in design, photography and technology. His latest book, The 50th Greatest Designers, was released in June 2025. He's also author of the Amazon #1 bestseller Great TED Talks: Creativity, published by Pavilion Books, Tom was previously editor of Professional Photography magazine, associate editor at Creative Bloq, and deputy editor at net magazine. 

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