Customer reviews from gaiam.com
Gaiam - Classic Balance Ball® Chair - Ocean
Average customer rating
4.4
(1,237 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,237 reviews
5 Stars
810
4 Stars
237
3 Stars
81
2 Stars
50
1 Star
59
90%of customers recommend this product.
(
1,086 out of
1,212)
Customer Reviews for Gaiam - Classic Balance Ball® Chair - Ocean
Posted by: Jan
from Missouri, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I love this chair! It has made my back and shoulders feel so much better. The ball chair forces you to keep your shoulders up and back straight.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gaiam.com
Posted by: AngeliqueA
from North Carolina, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I am so happy I bought this chair last month. I have a job were I'm working in claims up to ten hours a day. All that sitting is hard on your lower back. In a week, I could tell a difference, and now after a month with this chair it's pain-free. Wish I had found this sooner !
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gaiam.com
Posted by: Heidi90734883
from California, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
Chair did not work for me. Wheels do not roll easily and I kept hitting my ankles on the base when trying to move. I'm having much better success sitting on a regular balance ball.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting gaiam.com
Posted by: Patti65
from Atlanta, GA, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I love this chair! I started a new job that allows me to work from home 1 day per week. My old desk chair was making my back hurt so bad I could barely stand it. I purchased this chair and my back no longer hurts!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gaiam.com
Customer Rating
3
Same problems
on April 26, 2012
Posted by: Bonz
from Monterey, CA
Verified Purchase:No
I have the same problems as reviewer web1 and I'm concerned that one day the chair will break while I'm sitting on it. The wheels constantly lock and make moving about frustrating. I also noticed, when I turned the chair over, that the frame around the casters is caving in. I weigh 130 pounds, which is hardly obese. I also don't find that it significantly helps my posture though the give of the ball does make sitting for long periods of time a little more comfortable than a standard chair.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting gaiam.com
Customer Rating
3
Not a miracle cure -- yet.
on December 17, 2014
Posted by: writedesigner
from Irvington, NY
Verified Purchase:No
I am a graphic designer and writer, and sit at the computer all day. I have tried every kind of ergonomic chair and using a large balance ball without the chair. I almost always have leg, back and neck pain. I had great hopes for the Balance Ball Chair. After receiving it (and spending nearly an hour with a smart friend putting it together -- looks like it should be easy, doesn't it?) it was much too low for a standard 29" desk. Then I ordered the extenders. Note: unless you have a very low tabletop, order the extenders the first time. I've sat in this chair for two days now and my back and neck really hurt, but at least the pressure is off my thighs. I'm going to keep trying, but right now I'm a bit bummed out.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting gaiam.com
Customer Rating
5
perfect for my size
on June 2, 2015
Posted by: Laurie55
from Montana
Verified Purchase:No
I'm 5'3" and the chair is the perfect height. Might not work for someone taller--they would need the adjustable chair. Definitely notice posture improvement. Its also comfortable to kneel on while quasi-standing.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gaiam.com
Posted by: Shree
from Arkansas, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have been using the balance ball chair as my office chair for three years. I won't use a regular office chair again. I've actually bought two only because I broke the stability bar and couldn't find anywhere to replace it. Highly recommend this chair. My posture is now fantastic and my lower back pain is gone.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gaiam.com