VIVO Ergonomic Cross Legged Chair Review: Worth It?

VIVO’s entry-level cross-legged chair is the best-priced, best-reviewed budget option in this category — $149.99, with 124 reviews and a 3.9★ average, sold directly by VIVO-AU. Here’s how it holds up.

Quick take: Steel frame with PU leather and plastic alloy components, height adjustable 45–55cm, 100kg/220lb weight capacity, 5 casters, 1-year manufacturer warranty. 124 reviews at 3.9★ — including 2 genuine Australian reviews, which is unusually good coverage for this category.

VIVO Ergonomic Cross Legged Chair: quick specs

Build quality

VIVO is listed as a “Top Brand” on Amazon.com.au with 94% positive ratings across 200+ recent customers and 500+ recent orders — a genuine established seller rather than an anonymous marketplace listing. That said, one detailed negative review flagged that the foot platform doesn’t tighten securely and sits leaning forward rather than adjustable to height, and that the seat bottom’s edges are hard enough to cause bruising when brushing dust off the footrest. The same reviewer noted the seat cushion arrived with dents and the fabric began sagging within a week.

Comfort and posture support

Both Australian reviewers rated it 5 stars for comfort with no elaboration beyond “super comfy” and “good chair as described.” A Canadian reviewer said it was comfortable but slightly squeaky, and a US reviewer credited it with helping stretch out a hip issue caused by years of poor sitting posture. On the negative side, the same detailed critical reviewer felt the $141 price (before a later sale to $91) wasn’t justified given the thin cushion and build quality issues they encountered — worth weighing against the otherwise solid 3.9★ average from 124 reviews.

Who is this best for?

This suits budget-conscious buyers under 100kg who want the cheapest well-reviewed entry point into this category, backed by an established seller and a real warranty. Heavier users or anyone wanting a sturdier footrest mechanism should look at VIVO’s own premium “Black Mobile” model or one of the higher-capacity chairs in this comparison instead.

How does it compare to VIVO’s premium model?

How does it compare to other cross legged chairs?

Beyond its own premium sibling, here’s how VIVO’s budget pick stacks up against two other options in this comparison:

Which should you buy?

• VIVO Ergonomic (this one)if you specifically want confirmed Australian reviews and an established local seller at a budget price.
• VIVO Black Mobileif you need a higher weight capacity and don’t mind the premium price.
• Leader Cattleif you want the highest-rated chair in this comparison and can stretch the budget.
• Bestierif you want the absolute lowest price, a higher weight capacity, and don’t mind skipping AU-specific reviews.

Our verdict

At $149.99 with 124 reviews and 2 genuine Australian buyers, VIVO’s entry-level cross-legged chair is the best budget entry point in this category with confirmed local reviews — provided you’re comfortable with its 100kg weight limit and aware of at least one detailed report of footrest and cushioning issues. Bestier undercuts it on price and weight capacity if you’re willing to buy a US import with no AU reviews yet, and Leader Cattle is worth the stretch if rating matters more than price. For most casual buyers wanting a low-risk, locally-reviewed option, VIVO remains the safe default.

Related reviews:
→ VIVO Black Mobile Cross Legged Chair Review
→ Leader Cattle Cross Legged Chair Review
→ Bestier Meditation Chair Review
→ Best Cross Legged Chairs roundup