CHAIRMATE’s armless meditation chair is built specifically with brake wheels and a 300lb capacity — $344.33, with 38 reviews and a 4.6★ average. Here’s what stands out.
Quick take: Metal frame, armless design for under-desk clearance, hydraulic gas lift, 360° swivel wheels with a built-in braking system, 300lb/136kg weight capacity. 38 reviews at 4.6★ — one of the higher ratings in this comparison.
CHAIRMATE Cross Legged Chair: quick specs
Build quality
79% of the 38 reviews are 5-star. One reviewer specifically called out the packaging quality, noting every part was individually wrapped with spare backup screws included — a small detail that builds confidence in the manufacturer. Assembly is consistently described as quick, with the wheel-brake feature singled out by multiple reviewers as a genuine safety upgrade over competitors that only offer plain swivel casters.
Comfort and posture support
One reviewer with restless-leg tendencies said the chair was “a game-changer,” letting them switch between cross-legged, kneeling, feet-up or a standard office posture without leaving the desk. A plus-size reviewer specifically noted the cushioning felt sufficiently generous on its own, though they still sometimes add a separate gel cushion for very long sessions. One reviewer found the maximum height didn’t quite reach as high as they’d like, which affected whether they’d keep it long-term.
Who is this best for?
This suits buyers who specifically want the safety of lockable wheel brakes and an armless design that tucks fully under a desk. It’s a strong ADHD-friendly, restless-sitter pick, though taller users should double-check the maximum seat height against their desk first.
CHAIRMATE Ergonomic Cross Legged Chair
$344.33 · Backrest · Brake Wheels · Armless
One of the few chairs in this comparison with genuine wheel brakes — a real safety upgrade for restless sitters.
How does it compare to other cross legged chairs?
Here’s how CHAIRMATE’s brake-wheel design stacks up against two other options in this comparison:
GUNJI Ergonomic Criss Cross Legged Office Chair
$282.09 · Metal Frame · 53 reviews · 4.3★
Almost identical price to CHAIRMATE with a larger review base, but a lower rating and no wheel brakes.
Leader Cattle Ergonomic Cross Legged Chair
$383.14 · Metal Frame · 42 reviews · 4.7★
A slightly higher rating and a genuine Australian review, but no wheel brakes and a somewhat higher price than CHAIRMATE.
Which should you buy?
- CHAIRMATE (this one)if you specifically want wheel brakes and an armless, under-desk design.
- Leader Cattleif you want the highest-rated chair in this comparison and don’t need wheel brakes.
- GUNJIif you want a choice of teddy fleece or PU leather fabric at a near-identical price.
Our verdict
CHAIRMATE stands out for a genuinely useful safety feature — lockable wheel brakes — combined with a strong 4.6★ average and careful packaging that suggests real attention to quality control. It’s a solid pick for restless sitters, provided the maximum seat height works for your desk. At a near-identical price, it beats GUNJI on both rating and safety features, though Leader Cattle edges it out slightly on rating if brakes aren’t a priority.
Related reading:
→ GUNJI Criss Cross Legged Office Chair Review
→ Leader Cattle Cross Legged Chair Review
→ Best Cross Legged Chairs roundup
