In a Nutshell:

The CalCore Exercise Ball Chair is a simple, but effective solution for those who want to try out the benefits of this furniture. While it won’t win any awards for its design and features, it’s a reliable and cost-effective option.

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

Overall Rating

3.3/5
* 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

  • Great for exercise or use as a desk chair
  • Simple design fits well into any setting
  • Wide range of sizes based on inflation level

Drawbacks

  • Tends to deflate over time
  • No bells or whistles
  • For some, it may be too small for office use

While ball chairs can be an exciting change of pace for your average office setting, they can also be expensive. If you’re looking to try out this new way of active sitting, the CalCore Exercise Ball chair is a great place to start.

With some excellent pricing and solid core features, this ball chair represents a great option for an entry-level user or someone who wants a study exercise ball. Read on to learn more!

CalCore Ball Office Chair Overview

When we think of chairs, we often have a specific shape in mind. We assume it will have a padded seat, armrests, and a base with wheels. Ball chairs are coming to change all of that after numerous studies have shown the effects of sitting on your long-term health.

The new focus lies solely on furniture that aligns your spine, engages your muscles, and keeps your body active even when you’re not moving. Fitness ball chairs come in many forms, but the CalCore ball chair is a simple and effective design.

A strong and durable design combines with an adjustable size that allows you to use it for a variety of tasks. You can sit on the ball while you’re working at a desk, and incorporate it into both yoga and exercise techniques.

Let’s take a look at some of the features that make this a great entry-level ball chair for those who are interested in trying out active sitting.

Features and Benefits: CalCore Ball Chair For Home

At first glance, the CalCore Ball Desk Chair looks like a standard exercise ball, but it has several features and benefits that make it a great chair for use in your home or office:

Competitive Pricing

When you’re shopping for fitness ball chairs, the CalCore chair is one of the lowest-priced items you’ll find on the market. While it does lack some of the bells and whistles that other chairs have, the price is always competitive.

Flexible Sizing

By inflating the ball to various sizes, you can utilize it in different situations. By leaving some air out of it, for example, it can be more flexible for exercise and fitness. If you want your chair to be firm, you can fill it completely to a diameter of 65 centimeters.

Fitness e-Book 

A free e-Book is included with every purchase that outlines some of the techniques you can try out. This will help you get the most out of your new chair.

Textured Grips

The exterior of the ball has textured rings that keep it from moving around, especially while you’re sitting on it.

CalCore Exercise Ball Chair Specifications

Weight: 4 pounds

Size Range (based on level of inflation): 45 to 65 centimeters (17.7 inches to 25.5 inches)

Pros and Cons of the Calcore Ball Desk Chair

The CalCore Exercise Ball Chair is an excellent choice for someone who wants to try out this new type of sitting. The simple design allows to use it anywhere you like. Here are some pros and cons:

PROS

  • Great for exercise or use as a desk chair
  • Simple design fits well into any setting
  • Wide range of sizes based on inflation level

CONS

  • Tends to deflate over time
  • No bells or whistles
  • For some, it may be too small for office use

There are certainly other fitness ball chairs out there that strongly resemble a traditional office chair, but the CalCore professional physio ball chair is a simplified version. The durable and anti-burst material combines with a textured material to create a stable place to sit.

It only comes in one color and model, but this is combined with very attractive price points. For some, it may be too small for office use, depending on the height of their desk. For others, the lack of a base, wheels, or any armrests may steer them towards another option.

In the end, this is a great chair for entry-level users who are looking to try out the feel of an office ball chair.

Our Verdict: CalCore Professional Physio Ball Chair

If you’re thinking about trying a ball chair, the CalCore Exercise Ball Chair is an excellent way to try out this style of sitting without breaking the bank. It has all of the features you would expect, and while it lacks some special options, it still works very well.

If you suffer from back pain or posture issues, consider a ball chair to help relieve some of those issues. Active sitting allows you to keep your body engaged, even while you’re sitting and working at the office. 

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