Customer reviews from gaiam.com
Gaiam - Classic Balance Ball Chair - Ocean
Average customer rating
4.4
(1,227 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,227 reviews
5 Stars
807
4 Stars
234
3 Stars
79
2 Stars
50
1 Star
57
90%of customers recommend this product.
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1,079 out of
1,202)
Customer Reviews for Gaiam - Classic Balance Ball Chair - Ocean
Posted by: Susan2245
from Chicago, IL, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have lower back trouble. I bought this to strengthen my core. It is working. Back pain is much reduced. When I am sitting on it, if I feel back discomfort I realize I am not sitting straight and not contracting my abs. Its like a reminder to check my position. I get fewer "reminders" every day. At work I can also lift my legs and do more ab work at my desk with no one noticing. I love this chair. It does take a few days to get used to. Also inflation is trial and error. You just have to inflate and deflate until you find the best hight and firmness for you. Be patient. You'll get used to it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
I wish they had a wider option of sizes/heights
on September 18, 2015
Posted by: AlleyKat246
from Cleveland, OH, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
Overall, this chair works well and is exactly what I wanted. I just wish there was more size options for people in the office that are taller than me since this is a little short for them.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Sloucher
from Tacoma, WA, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
Definitely more comfortable than any other chair in it's price range. It's not going to build up back and core strength for you without you putting in the intention and work (if you are an inveterate sloucher you can still get away with it), but I find I tend to sit better for longer and enjoy bouncing a bit as I work. I'd buy it again.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
I love this chair!
on October 7, 2015
Posted by: LJ77
from Ellington, CT, USA
Verified Purchase:No
I purchased this chair about two years ago and I love it. It took about a week to get used to it, but once I did I noticed a big difference in my back pain - which was greatly reduced. I work from home and sit in the chair for 8-10 hours a day. I would never want to go back to sitting in a regular chair for that amount of time. The only thing that I noticed is that the balls seem to get a slow leak in them over time. The one I have now lasted about 6 months and started to slowly leak. But, the customer service is fantastic and I was able to get another replacement ball sent to me at no cost. I also purchased the cover which I highly recommend. In the summer time my legs felt sticky against the rubber ball, but the cover keeps it nice and cool and smooth. I highly recommend this chair!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
just what the doctor ordered
on August 22, 2008
Posted by: yazheirx
from Chicago IL
Verified Purchase:No
After sitting at a desk job for 8 years I had nearly doubled in weight. My wife and I found an excellent solution - Kick Boxing and Krav Maga. This worked very effectively in reducing my weight and increasing my lean muscle mass. It, however, pin pointed a major weakness of mine - core strength. This manifested itself as a minor bulge in my lower lumbar vertebra. After several weeks of physical therapy and education my doctor told me to aid in preventing a similar issue I should sit on a balance ball at work. This was unacceptable. Then I found this chair. It rolls so I can maneuver around with out killing myself (or others). It aids me with proper posture and allows me to strengthen my core all day. If you do use this chair and move from one area to another you may want to install the locking casters on the back to prevent them from inadvertently locking as you move the chair.
Pros: Easy Assembly, works well in an office environment
Cons: locking casters inadvertently lock
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: DDWheatfield
from Wheatfield, IN USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I love my balance ball chair. It helps me to sit up straight and I love bouncing to my music as I work. My co-workers think it is a hoot too! Problem is that the bar that goes across the front to help hold the ball broke immediately. The screws snapped on one side and were about to snap on the other when I just removed it. The chair still works without it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
I wanted to like this chair
on August 14, 2012
Posted by: ShalomIsabella
from West Texas Desert
Verified Purchase:No
I wanted to like this chair, I really really did. And, I do like it, but not for a piece of office equipment. It is good as an exercise piece and that is why I give it four stars. It is good as a foot rest, which medically is something I need when I am sitting for long periods. But, my chronic pain issues just did not gel with this chair. I decided to keep it because I drooled over it for at least six months before I bought it. And, as I said, it is good for exercise but not for sitting long periods.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: KristinaB
from College Station, TX, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
It's a great chair. The company has fantastic customer service...It's a truly valuable purchase! Sore back for just a couple of days, then WOW! My posture has improved, my trainers are impressed with my strengthening core and back... My chair arrived ahead of schedule with everything, however the ball had a hole in it. Spoke with customer service and they quickly had a replacement (free of charge) in the mail same day! A couple of days later, I'm all set! Recommended to coworkers, and so far two have purchased them!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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