Used this chair for 4+ years daily for 8-12 hours a day and it's been great. Not totally without issues, but it's pretty cheap compared to most office chairs and has served me very well. Had to replace the gas cylinder about 3 years in, but the warranty process was easy and they sent me a replacement part for free. The material has worn away along the edges of the armrest but otherwise has held up quite well.
Most importantly, the chair is sturdy and comfortable even when I'm in it all day. Would recommend for anyone who's trying to buy a cheaper office chair for a home office or gaming setup.
At first I thought this chair was great, but then it broke after a few months and is unrepairable. One bolt connecting the arm and seat broke in half, and there is no way to repair it (half the bolt is stuck inside the connector, which you cannot remove). VERY disappointing.
Response from StaplesBy AL, Social Media, June 11, 2026
Hi, I regret to hear this happened, and I understand your frustration. Please contact our Product Brands Group at (800) 425-0049 or via email at ProductBrandsSupport@Staples.com for further assistance. The hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 9AM to 8PM EST. ^AL
It's not a cheap chair, but in the 5 years I had it, the lift piston blew out and the arms shredded and the stitching came apart in the seat. The material covering the chair is just a thin layer of plastic feeling stretchy material (think Band Aid) over a mesh.