In a Nutshell:

The 2xhome Ergonomic Saddle Stool is one part task chair, one part saddle style stool. 100% awesome. Recommended for anyone, but it’s of particular value to those suffering from hip pain, leg pain, or arthritis.

Value for the Money
Comfort
Brand Reliability*
Aesthetic Flexibility**

Overall Rating

3.6/5
* Brand Reliability is a measure of the strength and longevity of the brand, which by extension, is a measure of the level of support you can expect. ** While aesthetics is a matter of taste, Aesthetic Flexibility is a measure of how easily a given design would fit into a wide range of home or office décor schemes.

Benefits

  • Promotes goood posture
  • Good for users with hip/leg pain
  • Huge height adjustment range
  • Recline Function

Drawbacks

  • Uncomfortable upholstery
  • Niche market
  • Modest weight limit
2xhome Ergonomic Saddle Stool Chair
3.6

Recommended For: Anyone, but it’s of particular value to those suffering from hip pain, leg pain, or arthritis.

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Has your productivity suffered in recent weeks or months because you can’t get comfortable? Is your pain making it impossible to focus on the task at hand? 

If you answered yes to either question, know you’re not alone. Chronic pain can be brutal, and it can make it virtually impossible to stay productive throughout an entire workday. Worse, most office chairs aren’t up to helping mitigate that pain.

But what if there was a chair that could be of substantial benefit on that front? Well, depending on the pain you’re suffering, there is!

We’ll be quick to point out that as an unconventional form of office seating, the 2xhome ergonomic saddle stool isn’t for everyone, but if you’ve tried several office chairs. None seem to make much difference; maybe it’s time to start thinking outside the box and looking beyond the conventional office chair.

If that’s where you find yourself, you’ll like what you see in this review. In the following sections, we’ll tell you who this chair was designed for and what it can do to help alleviate your pain. Even if you ultimately decide this isn’t what you’re looking for, we think you’ll agree; this is a great product!

Key Features of the 2xhome Ergonomic Saddle Stool Chair

The 2xHome saddle chair is interesting because it occupies a curious middle ground. It’s a one-part task chair and an office stool. If you’re curious about exploring the world of unconventional office furniture but don’t know if you’re ready to fully commit to a work stool rather than an office chair, this is a great option. 

If you haven’t heard of 2xHome, you’re not alone. It’s one of the dozens of small, off-brand companies plying their trade in the unconventional office seating segment of the market. 2xHome office chairs are designed and made in China, which is essential for the company’s ability to keep the price low. 

Front View, 2xhome Ergonomic Saddle Stool Chair, Black Color

Although Chinese manufacturing quality has increased in recent years, it’s still not quite up to par with the production quality found in Western manufacturers. As such, this stool/chair hybrid can’t be considered world-class. Then again, it doesn’t come with a world-class price tag, either.

The production quality is better than you might think, save for the upholstery, which is a simple PU. There’s nothing inherently wrong with PU; it’s just not known for its longevity or durability.

If you use the chair lightly to moderately every day, the upholstery will last about two years. If you use it 8+ hours a day, it will start showing its age after about a year, and you will begin to see signs of peeling and cracking.

The good news is that there’s not a ton of upholstery to contend with, which means that (assuming the frame is holding up well), it’ll be cheaper to have it reupholstered than to buy a replacement, which will dramatically extend its useful life.

Chair Specifications

Here are the basic stats of the chair:

  • Stool Dimensions: 23.8” x 22.7” x 19” to 28.28”
  • Stool Weight: 30.3 pounds
  • Maximum Supported Weight: 250 pounds
  • Seat Height Adjustment Range: 19” to 28.25”

As with most office furniture, the big limiting factor is the weight limit. While bariatric stools or chair/stool hybrids are on the market, you’ll pay a premium to get them. Still, if the weight limit here isn’t enough for you, that’s your only other option. Just be aware that they do exist, and you should have no trouble finding one that will suit your needs.

The only other thing to mention here is the height adjustment range—it’s huge! This chair can be used as a conventional desk, low worktable, or drafting table, making it incredibly versatile.

Right Side View, 2xhome Ergonomic Saddle Stool Chair, Black Color

Adjustable Seat Height

Another limitation to be mindful of when using this type of seating solution is that there’s not really much you can adjust. In this case, other than being able to set the seat height, the chair reclines back to a maximum angle of 135 degrees, giving you the freedom to change your seating position throughout the day as you need to to stay comfortable.

Adjustability, 2xhome Ergonomic Saddle Stool Chair, Illustration

It’s worth noting that the seatback is an optional piece of equipment, and this stool can be ordered without it if that’s your preference.

Comfortable Padding

Comfort-wise, the PU upholstery is stretched over a moderate amount of conventional block foam, providing reasonable comfort. Bear in mind, however, that this type of seating isn’t optimized for people who plan on staying at their computers for 8+ hours a day. It can work for those folks, but even with the seatback, you’ll probably start getting a bit uncomfortable by the end of the day.

On the other hand, if you have a more active job that involves sitting for short periods and then getting up and moving around before returning to your perch, this could be a great choice!

Saddle Style Seat

The key ergonomic benefit of this chair is its saddle-style seat. It’s especially helpful for those who suffer chronic hip pain, including hip pain caused by arthritis. It’s also useful for anyone with chronic leg pain or poor leg circulation.

Although the chair doesn’t offer lumbar support, if you order the variant we’re talking about here, the seatback does provide solid mid-back support, which is valuable and enhances the overall comfort of the chair.

Does Not Come Assembled

It’s almost not fair to say that this chair/stool doesn’t come assembled. While technically true, there are only four things to do when it arrives at your doorstep:

  • Take it out of the box.
  • Snap the casters onto the base.
  • Snap the seat onto the base.
  • Slide the seatback into the slot and tighten it down.
Wider Seat, 2xhome Ergonomic Saddle Stool Chair, Front

That’s it. That’s the entire assembly process. The instructions are clear enough, but it’s doubtful that you’ll need them, and the production quality is high enough that these pieces are together smoothly. You shouldn’t have any issues on that front.

Pros and Cons of 2xhome Saddle Chair

The only issue we have with this model is the upholstery. Anything but PU or bonded leather. If the company had gone with a durable fabric, it wouldn’t have increased the price much and would have boosted the chair’s breathability and longevity.

Other than that, the only thing to note here is that this type of seating is almost entirely self-selecting. You’re either interested in exploring the world of unconventional office seating, or you’re not. If you are, this one belongs on your shortlist of options, especially if you suffer from hip or leg pain.

If you’re not, you will probably pass this one by without a second thought.

2xHome Ergonomic Saddle Stool Chair Review Conclusion

We like the 2xHome ergonomic saddle stool. If you’re not especially brand-conscious and take the brand weight metric out of our ranking, this one clocks in at an impressive 4.33 stars out of five. That speaks volumes about its overall quality. The only thing holding it back is that it’s offered by a relatively unknown brand. We recommend it. It’s a great way to dip your toe into the waters of unconventional office seating without having to commit fully.

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