Waleaf Cross Legged Office Chair Review: Worth It?

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Waleaf’s cross-legged chair leans into an extra-wide, “31in plus” seat and 2-stage backrest recline — $395.59, with 24 reviews and a 4.5★ average. Here’s what buyers say.

Quick take: Soft breathable fabric over a cross-shaped stable base, 20.3in widened backrest with 2-stage angle adjustment, 14.2 x 24in enlarged seat cushion, 360° rotating footrest, seat height 20–27in. 24 reviews at 4.5★ — a smaller but strongly positive sample.

Waleaf Cross Legged Office Chair: quick specs

Feature Details
Frame Cross-shaped stable base, soft breathable fabric
Backrest ✅ Yes — 20.3in wide, 2-stage angle adjustment
Seat Cushion 14.2 x 24in enlarged cushion
Footrest 360° rotating
Height Adjustment ✅ Yes — 20in to 27in stepless lift
Dimensions 44D x 78.6W x 106H cm
Assembly ~5 minutes, modular structure
Warranty 1-year warranty
Price $395.59
Reviews 24 (no confirmed Australian reviews yet)
Rating 4.5 / 5

Build quality

78% of the 24 reviews are 5-star. Multiple reviewers specifically call out how quiet the casters are — one said it has “the quietest casters of any chair I’ve ever used.” Assembly is consistently reported as fast, within the advertised 5-minute window for most buyers. One reviewer suggested adding a rolling mat underneath if you have carpet flooring, noting it can feel slightly awkward to move on carpet without one.

Comfort and posture support

A reviewer managing spinal degeneration and fidgety tendencies called it a genuine fix for miserable hours at the computer, noting that while the seat isn’t especially soft and the backrest doesn’t have extensive adjustability, the ability to constantly change position more than makes up for it. Another reviewer’s cat regularly joins them on the footrest while they work, and a reviewer specifically wished the footrest could fold flat into the main seat to create a full reclining chair — currently not possible with this design.

✅ Pros
  • 78% of reviews are 5-star
  • Repeatedly praised as the quietest-rolling chair reviewers have used
  • Extra-wide “31in plus” seat cushion
  • Fast ~5-minute assembly, 1-year warranty
❌ Cons
  • No confirmed Australian reviews yet
  • Only 24 reviews — the smallest sample among this batch’s top picks
  • Seat firmness and backrest adjustment described as basic by at least one reviewer
  • Can feel awkward moving on carpet without an additional rolling mat

Who is this best for?

This suits buyers who prioritise a genuinely wide seat cushion and near-silent casters, and who don’t need extensive backrest adjustability. It’s a strong pick for fidgety sitters managing chronic pain who value quiet operation in shared spaces.

QUIETEST CASTERS — 4.5★, 24 REVIEWS

Waleaf Ergonomic Cross Legged Office Chair

$395.59 · Backrest · Wheels · Extra-Wide Seat

Repeatedly praised for near-silent casters and a genuinely wide seat, though the sample size is smaller than category leaders.

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How does it compare to other cross legged chairs?

Here’s how Waleaf’s extra-wide seat stacks up against two other options in this comparison:

Leader Cattle Ergonomic Cross Legged Chair

$383.14 · Metal Frame · 42 reviews · 4.7★

Almost identical price to Waleaf with a higher rating and a genuine Australian review, along with its own plus-size seat cushion.

GUNJI Ergonomic Criss Cross Legged Office Chair

$282.09 · Metal Frame · 53 reviews · 4.3★

Slightly cheaper with a larger review base, though a lower rating and none of Waleaf’s widely-praised quiet casters.

Which should you buy?

  • Waleaf (this one)if near-silent casters and an extra-wide seat matter most to you.
  • Leader Cattleif you want a slightly higher rating and a confirmed Australian review at a near-identical price.
  • GUNJIif you want a slightly lower price and a larger review base.

Our verdict

Waleaf’s standout is quiet, smooth operation and a genuinely extra-wide seat — reviewers with chronic pain and fidgety tendencies describe it as transformative for long desk sessions. At 24 reviews it’s a smaller sample than the category’s biggest sellers, but the ratings are consistently strong. Leader Cattle is worth comparing directly given the near-identical price and slightly higher rating.

Related reading:
Leader Cattle Cross Legged Chair Review
GUNJI Criss Cross Legged Office Chair Review
Best Cross Legged Chairs roundup