Antlu Saddle Stool Chair Review: Worth It in Australia?

Antlu’s saddle stool with back support is the most-reviewed backrest model in our comparison after FRNIAMC — 319 ratings at a 4.2★ average, priced at $296.35. Here’s whether the tilting backrest and taller height range justify more than double Giantex’s price.

Quick take: Aluminium frame, tilting backrest adjustable 80°-110° that locks in place or swings freely, 100% molded foam seat, height adjustable 21″-28″ (about 4″ taller than most stools), smooth 360° swivel wheels, 400 lb capacity, roughly 5-minute assembly. Reviews are strongly positive across five countries, though there are zero Australian reviews on the listing yet, and one buyer needed three attempts to receive a working unit.

Antlu Saddle Stool: quick specs

Build quality

Davide Ferraris, reviewing from Italy, called it “ergonomic and structurally robust,” and said he was more than satisfied after his purchase. Tracie R’s review from Canada is the most useful data point on durability, though: her first unit arrived missing the main hydraulic shaft, the replacement was damaged in transit, and only the third attempt worked properly. Once it did, she rated it 4 stars and specifically praised how heavy-duty it felt, noting the backrest “locks in place or swings freely” and is “very supportive when locked in.” That’s a genuine quality-control flag — worth ordering with some buffer time in case a replacement is needed.

Comfort and posture support

This is where the tilting backrest sets Antlu apart from Giantex’s fixed-position design. A German reviewer (Familie Müller) said she uses it intensively as a home-office chair and doesn’t regret choosing the backrest version, describing it as comfortable with “the feeling of sitting healthier” — and noted it doesn’t squeak and rolls quietly. A Mexican reviewer simply said it “meets expectations — comfortable, ergonomic, and functional.” No Australian feedback exists yet, so local durability in Australian conditions (climate, flooring types) remains unverified.

Who is this best for?

This suits buyers who specifically want a backrest that adjusts to different postures throughout the day, rather than one fixed angle — the lock-or-swing-free tilt is a genuine step up from Giantex’s design. It’s a harder sell purely on price if a fixed backrest is fine for you; Giantex covers similar ground for less than half the cost. Given Tracie R’s shipping experience, factor in some buffer time in case a replacement is needed.

How does it compare to other backrest saddle stools?

Here’s how it stacks up against the other backrest saddle stools in our comparison:

Which should you buy?

• Antluif a tilting, lockable backrest and a taller height range are worth the premium.
• Giantexthe budget choice if a fixed backrest position is fine for you.

Our verdict

Antlu’s tilting backrest is a genuine functional upgrade over fixed-position designs like Giantex’s, and 319 reviews at 4.2★ is a solid track record. The price jump is real, though — more than double Giantex for a similar core saddle-stool experience plus the tilt mechanism. Tracie R’s three-attempt shipping ordeal is worth keeping in mind, but her eventual satisfaction with the product itself, once it arrived intact, is reassuring. If backrest flexibility matters to you specifically, this is the pick; if not, Giantex covers the basics for much less.

Related reviews:
→ Giantex Ergonomic Drafting Chair Review
→ VEVOR Saddle Stool Review
→ See the full saddle stool comparison table