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Steelcase Amia Review: My Opinion 1 Year Later
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- Опубліковано 5 кві 2022
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The Steelcase Amia is the MOST UNDERRATED chair in the industry. At first glance, you might not think it is very exciting, but the designers did this on purpose. Learn how my opinion has changed on the Amia and why I now use it as my daily driver.
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Love my Amia! I work 8-10 hrs daily & this chair never gets uncomfortable. I’ve had mine for about 5-6 years & it still performs well.
You are a few years ahead of me. Glad to hear I will still be loving it then :) -GK
I got my Amia about 3 months ago and love it. My old chair was a Sit on It Seating Amplify. It was 5 years old and the vinyl upholstery was ripping. It also developed a wobble in the base. The Amia is rock solid stable. I work from home and I was getting up every 30 minutes on my old chair probably from discomfort. With the Amia I have to force myself to get up every now and then...it is that comfortable.
I feel exactly the same. Thanks for sharing! -GK
@@btodtv Hi, really like your videos, thanks a lot for the feedbacks you share with all of us. Is there big difference ( excluding price between the Amia and HM Aeron) . I am going to visit tomorrow the Steelcase showroom because I ve seen your videos but I found the aeron appealing yesterday
I bought a refurbished Amia from btod a few month's ago for my wife and we are very impressed. To be honest, you can't tell that it's a refurbished chair at all, which I was very surprised by. With my being sent home to work, I really wanted her to have a good chair and with the refurbished option, one can't go wrong.
I'm dailying an Amia, I had a hearniated disc and got subsequent surgery. This was one of the few chairs I could actually sit in. I've had experience with the aeron and the mirra 2 and both are great chairs, however, they have their issues. This amia is a refurb, but honestly I could see it lasting for years to come. I was on a Markus for a bit, which I would say it's worth getting a used amia over a markus. No amount of prolonged sitting is healthy, but make sure you do it right.
A dude was liquidating a completely random assortment of office chairs on FB marketplace for $5 each. I noticed one in the back was an Amia and I've never booked it so fast to meet a guy on marketplace. I was so scared some other savvy chair nerd had spotted it and was going to get there first. So glad I got it! I've wanted a nice ergonomic chair for so long but even bottom tier chairs are pretty far outside my budget.
Based on the videoes you post and the level of support you provide in these comments throughout the videoes i have seen, I would 100% buy a product from you guys based on the consumer friendliness and customer experience alone. It is amazing to see how awesome it is! Coming from a customer supporter over 6 years, this is pinnacle cs experience.
Thank you so much for the kind words! We really do appreciate it -GK
I got this chair back in 2018 when it was considered Steelcase's "budget" offering (I got it fully loaded here in Canada for $750 CAD, base model was like $650; the base model is like $1100 CAD now lol). I remember trying it out and being like "why is this so much cheaper than the Leap/Gesture? It feels great". I'm 6'4", very lanky, and the chair fits me perfectly. Glad to see it getting more love online these days. When I used to recommend it 6 years ago, nobody had heard of it before.
One of my favorite chairs -Greg
I hate my Amia with a passion after using it a little over a month now, I wish I never sold my Steelcase leap V1.
I'm definitely on the lookout for something else again.
I don't understand why everyone is so in awe of the Amia (the reason I bought one)
I have used both a leap V2 at work and a leap V1 at home for years daily and extensively, and prefer them both over the Herman Miller Aeron for example, and figured because of reviews like this one that I couldn't go wrong with a Steelcase (I also own a Think)
Even though this Amia has similar 4D armrests to the leap V2, they don't seem to be far enough apart somehow and my right shoulder hurts from unconsciously continuously pulling my right (mouse) arm in a little as it's impossible to move the armrests outward.
This is where the leap V1 shines; even though the armrests are harder, and don't move backward, they do move out to the sides unlike any of those "4d" versions on Amina, Leap v2, or Think.
I believe that these arm rests are fine for a meeting room, and would have been fine for desk work 30 years back when we only had an IBM Model M keyboard directly in front of us, and didn't make extensive use of a mouse for which you might want a little support in the area outside the zone direct in front of you.
I can not understand why these are called "4D armrests", they move forward, backward and inward, but not outward?
Any midrange Ahrend office chair these days does have true 4D armrests that do move in every direction, but that might be something less common depending on the where you live I suppose.
The backrest and seat on my Amia are no where near what I'm used to in my 2 leaps; although different as well, I was easily able to sit on those two for 8 to 12 hours a day. Maybe the Amia is too soft for me, I understand that length, posture, weight play a huge part here, still verry disappointing for a chair in this price range to me.
The lumbar support can't be adjusted, just repositioned and it sags, so I constantly keep readjusting it cause it moves down to the lowest position during the day.
Anyway I just really wanted to say that owning, extensively using and liking a few other Steelcase chairs doesn't guarantee you will like this one at all.
i just got one of these in all black for 46 at Goodwill. Looks and feels brand new.
I recently bought an Amia as per recommendations from this channel and it does not disappoint! Keep up the great work.
That is great to hear! Thanks for sharing -GK
Just got my btod refurbished amia and it is the most comfortable chair I've ever sat in. The blue fabric they offer is beautiful in person. So stoked
Was my first office chair years ago now using a Leap for my home office. Let’s go Steelcase
Paid for a brand new Amia two hours before you released this video. I went to a Steelcase Showroom in Barcelona to try the Gesture and the Leap and I saw an Amia. It wasn't even in my options but as soon as I tried it I was blown away.
Nice. When does it arrive? -GK
@@btodtv it arrives mid July! At least they give me a Series 1 with headrest while I wait. Are you aware of these delays?
@@adrianaranda6989 ¿Dónde se pueden ir a probar diferentes Steelcase en Barcelona?
Just ordered a new custom Amia build directly from Steelcase (Cogent-Lipstick/Merlot on black) about a month ago. Took 10 days to arrive. Came boxed in three pieces, but only took a minute to assemble. Really like it so far. It is really silent compared to my previous chair and rolls MUCH easier on my short nap carpeted platform. My only complaint is I ordered it apparently just before a 15% Off Spring Special - so I paid about an extra $150 (and I was in no rush), but I am notorious for buying things the day before "Sales" are announced!
Just bought a btod refurb amia, should hopefully ship next week. I can't find any videos or articles on the fabrics btod uses to refinish their seats. Would be great to get a video of the color and fabric choices you have. I went with the vinyl but there was very little information about the difference and what I'm paying for. Cheers! Thanks for the great videos
I purchased the Steelcase Amia from BTOD largely because of your reviews here on youtube and I returned it after only a few days. I do NOT recommend Steelcase chairs for anyone with a thin frame, they are probably only for people with average to heavier body styles. This is what I experienced unlike what reviewers on youtube say about it.
I'm a 5'9" and 145lb. When I sat in the Steelcase Amia refurbished by BTOD my first impression was unpleasant with the seat cushion right off. It is thin, it is extra firm, and it puts a lot of pressure on the thighs. So firm that my tailbone became agitated and experienced sharp pain in my tailbone and on the pressure points of my butt within 10 minutes. After 30 minutes, the underside of my thighs went numb from the pressure and shape of the seat edge. Chairs with these thin and firm frisbee-like seat pads simply do not provide proper cushioning for everyone, it felt like sitting on hard plastic. As for the backrest, there was no lumbar support for me. The little rolling mechanism made no discernable difference on the low back. Regardless of what height setting it was on, I could not feel it making contact with my low back. The lock setting has the issue that it'll allow the backrest to tilt back a little ways before it engages. Therefore, I could not sit upright in contact with the backrest, it sort of forced me to either lean back or sit up straight and not use the backrest at all which will cause bad back issues. On testing the recline function, this was the only time I could get any sort of relief from the back pain induced by the lack of support in the upright position. However, I had to sort of "press" my body into the back in order to get it to recline. It wants to resist even on the most reduced tension setting, so I could not enjoy the rest or relaxing position either. The arm pads were frustrating like every other "4d", they want to slide backwards or outwards anytime you put any weight into your elbow or forearm. There is no locking function to stop them from moving once you have them in a good position. So the adjustability feature is self-defeating. I preferred my parent's wooden kitchen chairs from 1974. I've learned my lesson about buying chairs online based on what other people review without actually sitting in them myself.
1/10 would not recommend Steelcase chairs, especially not the Amia, if you have a thin body style like mine.
I got the amia from BTOD, arrived today actually. So far, I can say this is better than any 500-600 dollar chair I've had in the past. However, the amount of wobble on the adjustable piece of the arm rest along with the loose armrest pads are kinda killing the experience for me. I will say, after watching a bunch of your videos before buying a chair, the descriptions on your chairs are spot on. When I sit in the seat, the lumbar isn't aggressive but the chair as a whole is basically whispering in my ear to get my posture fixed up when sitting. Given I work from home or the office building, I needed a chair that promotes good posture and is yet so comfortable at the same time. Really wish there is some way I can fix this wobble and loose nature of the resting pads myself.. cause man... I've never had this issue before. Cant find anything on the internet to help me out with it as well
mine came today with the same issue. arms wobble like crazy, there was even some loose scews and after tightening it was still really bad. i expect better for what i paid. i reached out to BTOD customer service to see what i can do.
@@mood1676 Did you all ever find a solution? I have the same problem from mine ordered from BTOD.
@@isaacfeinn9722 I lived with my decision, bought roller wheels from amazon and still have the chair. Its not the best but it’ll last. Really it was my expectations that made me upset. There are more comfortable and cheaper chairs but I dont work from home and dont have time to look again for a different one. Their customer service was nice and tried to accommodate but they are definitely selling an overpriced product and using youtube videos to sell them.
i bought this chair used on facebook marketplace for $100(i see some now for pretty cheap like $150), and i absolutely love it. greatest chair i have ever owned and i can sit on it all day never having any discomfort issues.
Thank you for such a great review as always! I went to our local office re-seller of new, refurbished and used chairs. While I was set on fabric seat+mesh back type of chair, I tried few others like Steelcase Gesture, Leap v1 and leap V2, HON, Herman Miller B and C, titanium, I mean you name it I sat in all - and by far Amia was THE BEST fit... plus, the chair I got was really gently used (as I compared to few other Amias that were there. I am 6' 3", 230lb and simply said - perfect chair with perfect adjustments for me. Price I paid is $200
How's the chair been treating you? Still happy with it?
Great video, I appreciate this one and the comparison video you did with the leap help me decide im buying the amia from you guys
This has been my daily driver at work for the past 6 years, still going strong. Very comfortable seat and back, with good adjustments. My main complain is back is way too short for me at 5'11 and lack of headrest makes it impossible to take naps at work.
screw two holes and put on a custom headrest.
I bought amia for 100 dollars last week . it was great way better than my sihoo m18 chair. I was searching for a middle ground firmness of a chair like the shihoo m18 and one of the super cushy sofa style padding chairs. I think the amia is not too soft not to hard.
You are the best chair reviewer on the INTERNET. BDODtv owes you a salary raise!!!!
Just got my refurb from BTOD today and it's like Christmas. Now I'm just waiting for new flooring to put it together and put an old Haworth Improve SE out to pasture.
just got an amia today! for only 200 bucks loving it so far
Thank you for telling us how tall you are, more youtubers should state that I feel like it helps a lot when deciding to buy an expensive chair. Also between the leap and the amia which one do you think helps keep your back straight more? from the looks of it, it looks like the amia but Ive never sat in either.
You're welcome. The Amia doesn't have as pronounced of a lumbar curve, so I would say the Amia -GK
@@btodtv one more question, so all the office chair arms that ive had always get in the way and never let me move in as close to the desk as i want to so ive always had to remove the arms, will the seat go back in okay if i removed them?
Just got the Amia Air, absolutely love it but there’s not much content online about it
I don't really like the lumbar in the Amia so I took it out, but then the back was just hollow and very unsupportive. Is the back of the Amia Air as firm as the Amia's back normally is? Because then I wouldn't have to worry about lumbar and not have a hollow chair.
This chair is elite. If you're on the fence about it, just buy it. Quickly approaching year 2 with my unit. It feels just as good as the day I got it. Excellent and thorough review.
Hey. What about 3 years in ? Still have it, still like it?
@@irsute8833 Sitting in it as I type this reply. Still just as good. The returns on investment are staggering.
We switched from the Steelcase Leap & the Herman Miller Setu chairs to the Amia. Very comfortable! We got 2!
i got a refurbed amia from crandall, had to replace the piston because it was way too tall and wouldn't lower far enough. seeing how you're saying it could go down to 16 inches im almost thinking that maybe i have a counterfeit chair. Either way, replacing the piston worked, but now the chair creaks and shifts since the piston isn't quite designed for the chair. It is a pretty nice chair though, definitely agree that its one of the more comfortable options out there.
I'm so torn between the Amia and the Leap v2. I will say that I would love a review of the Amia air from you fine folks! I do like a mesh back, especially in the summer time around these parts. Love the vids, but the way. I never thought there would be a point in my life where I would get so into watching office chair reviews and comparisons, yet many hours of content later, here I am.
Do your self a favor please and test them out somewhere first if you can, I have used the Leap V1 and V2 both for years, and I bought my self this Amia without testing it. Been using it for a month and I absolutely hate it
I have both, the Leap V2 is far more comfortable for me. I can sit in the Leap V2 all day, but not the Amia.
The difference for me is the Amia hurts my tailbone, and the Leap V2 has better lumbar support.
I wish the backs weren't all so god damn short. separate Headrests most of the time are weirdly placed and push into your neck or head so I would love to just have a higher overall backrest for my head
This seat is perfect besides there not being enough cushion on the seat pad even with the additional padding from BTOD. Any recommendations for adding more padding or a decent seat cushion that works with this model?
just got mine off craigslist for $100, i am in love with this chair it is wayyyy better than the secretlabs titan chair my friend gave me. the build quality is far superior no cheap creaks sounds when i rock back in forth on the chair
Hey I don't know if you guys are still responding to comments on this video, but if so I wanted to get your opinion on the breathability of the chair. I'm warm natured and having a chair that doesn't get to warm from me sitting in it for an extended period of time is paramount.
Just discovered your channel. It really is what i need. Thanks for the great work
I wish i discovered it before buying a shitty Autonomous last year
Just got my amia used $400 CAD, i love this chair.
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Standard Amia or Amia Air with 3D micro knit and lumbar support? I can’t seem to decide
For me personally, I'd go standard -GK
@@btodtv Thanks Greg! Any specific reasoning? My concern is heat and therefore have always purchased mesh back chairs.
I’m just not quite as impressed with the support and comfort from the air -GK
The back is way too thin IMO, the lumbar and sides end up putting pressure points on my back and it gets uncomfortable quickly. I'm 140 lbs.
Really? Are you using shirt or sweater usually? Maybe it forces you to sit properly so you dont slouch. My amia is soon here so I ll see.
I got the Amia and now I get it. The back is so bad I can't belive. Getting rid of it and getting an embody
If this seat was another inch wider, it would be perfect for someone my height at 6'5. For whatever reason, the seat depth when adjusted feels better in this chair than any Steelcase or Herman Miller chair I've tried.
Inch wider or inch deeper? -GK
@@btodtv Wider. My thighs feel too much pressure from the contour of the seat on the sides.
What is your weight? -GK
@@btodtv 6'5 195. Pretty skinny for someone my height
@@peterb9553 I'm almost exactly like you. 6'4" and 190lbs. I'm trying out a Branch Elevate now, which has a great back ... but the cushion has a sharp edge and is a bit firm to a point that it dogs into my legs and irritates me. Not sure if I am going to try to get used to it or look elsewhere. I'm not into paying $1000 for a chair either. Lol.
How high does the lumbar move up? Because I will have to add a seat cushion. Usually that throws off the lumbar even with adjustable one.
I'm 5'6(171cm) and 132lbs. I bought the Aeron size B and returned, because the seat pan depth was slightly too long when I lean back in the chair. Should I go for the Aeron size A, Embody, or the Steelcase Amia?
Some people in the review and reddit complains that the lumbar support keeps sliding down by itself so they had to adjust it frequently. Some of them said once a day. I don't believe this is a common defect but wondering if you ever had this kind of issue with Amia.
I have not had that issue before with any of the Amia’s I’ve used or that we’ve sold -GK
I kinda wish i got a headrest for the chair or have the back be longer is there anyway to achieve this?
just got a steelcase series 2 and the seat is making my legs feel a little weird like my bloodflow isnt great. Might have to return it
Have you guys done a Steelcase Karman review?
I just purchased a Steelcase Leap from you this week. Should I have purchased the Amia instead? I am 5-6 160lbs. And, I sit all day at my computer.
Thank you for your support!
The Leap is a great option too. It is without question the more popular option. If it doesn’t work, then maybe look at the Amia as an alternative. I switch between both and have actually been back in the Leap the last 2 weeks at the office and at home
-GK
Im sold but they don't seem to sell this in Australia. I guess there's a bit of a price jump but next best option probably the leap V2?
Will you be getting the Steelcase "Personality Plus" to review? It's being advertised as coming soon here in Australia.
Does the lumbar support shift after it's set? I do tend to rely on pretty decent lumbar support. I'm considering the Leap as well, but I also like a really cushy seat so I'm torn.
I haven’t experienced that.
It’s not nearly as pronounced as the Leap, but it’s still way above average.
-GK
Yes, and I weight 170lbs.
How old is the chair and have you tried to reach out to Steelcase? This shouldn't happen unless the portion of the back that the lumbar slides up and down is worn out or the upholstered back is loose (from poor upholstery work or the way it attaches to the back is broken). The upholstered back helps to hold it in place to some degree.
-GK
I decided to go for it. So sorry you had problems. Hoping it’s just a fluke.
I have tailbone issues too. So much that the Haworth Soji was unusable to me. Do you recommend this one for people with tailbone issues? I heard you mention it in the video, but don’t know if it’s as much better than the Soji as I’m hoping
Sooo, the Steelcase Amia was Much better on my tailbone. Still hurts if I sit for an hour or so, but I just lean forward or walk around to stretch and I’m good for another hour
Does the Amia have the same recline operation as the Leap V2? Meaning, will or hold you in place when you recline?
how is the amias seat cushion comfort vs the fern?
I bought one this week for 400 bucks and now I'm watching this video thinking: wow that could actually be the best deal I've made in my life.
Brand new or Used? -GK
@@btodtv made in 2011, used but almost as new. Some company imported it to Brazil years ago. I actually tried to buy a gesture with headrest but couldn't find one here.
@@YellowEye25 I got a better deal then you. Someone put it out on the front yard without the arms in great shape for free
@@btodtv I can buy this used for my mom for 240 dollars, is it a good deal, thanks.
I just bought the stool leather version for $200 from they office chair place. Saved $1500
I have a question.
Now I have two chairs to test from steelcase: Gesture and Leap v2.
How is the recline function on the Amia compares to these chairs? Is it closer to Gesture or to Leap v2?
I find Leap recline too clunky, if that's a proper word to describe it. :) Maybe this Leap is too old, I do not know. :)
The seat on Gesture I find it too forward oriented and that's the reason I find it too hard on my tailbone compared to Leap
Thanks! :)
Could you better describe what you mean by clunky? Do you feel friction that starts and stops? Or you just don't like the overall motion/position the recline puts you in?
I think that all three are actually a bit different. The Leap tends to slide your hips up and forward more than the other two. From a tilt/recline motion, I prefer the Amia. But I don't think any of them are good for rocking motions.
-GK
@@btodtv
When I recline, instead of being a smooth ride it is like every centimeter there is something that pulls or hinders the movement. Yes, something like the friction is not consistent "starts and stops".
I think I prefer the seat comfort on the Leap because the seat is not that forward tilted and it is a bit more suitable to me.
It is hard to chose these chairs even when I have them here by my side...damn!
If only Sayl had those arms connected to the seat and not on the back + a bit more adjustable back and fwd. :D
I have a Sayl, a Gesture and Leap v2 side-by-side (Sayl is mine, the other two are trial)
Yes, that is friction coming from the sliding mechanism it uses for the recline. This is normal for that chair and happens with the Amia as well.
To reduce it somewhat, you can increase the tension and make sure you don't have the seat slid out too far.
For those that like to rock in their chair, I think that Herman Miller is a better alternative. Specifically chairs like the Aeron, Celle, Cosm, etc. They just aren't as comfortable for tasking IMO.
-GK
Yep, I can see that they are a bit more suitable as task chairs. (Especially those arms that do not lift the desk up. Like almost every Herman Miller out there-- I was interested in the Herman Miller Verus too.- again, seat-connected armrest)
So you say that the Amia is a bit closer to the Leap in the recline function than the Gesture? (I find very comfortable that seat going-fwd-feature and as a bonus it does not lift my shirt up from my pants, LOL, as Gesture does.)
Thanks again! :)
The back recline motion does feel closer to the Leap than the Gesture, on the Amia chair. But all three are a bit different. Sorry if that is confusing!
-GK
How do the frames look on the ones you remanufacture? Any significant dings or scratches? I know it's nit picky, but they're still a decent investment
I'm 6'1 and for the seat slider should I slide it all the way out or keep it in its Default spot?
It's more about the fit based on your specific body. I would watch this video we did to help ua-cam.com/video/EVRuRWD17sc/v-deo.html -GK
Can you compare this amia vs the amia air + 3d knit?
the prices on everything has gone insane. I considered it years ago but i got the secret lab titan 2020 xl because of my height 6'4" before the pandemic on labor day sale of $534 total. Still 99% functioning today. I just dont like the lumbar support. I have to use an external one from another chair. Oct 2020 they increased all prices. I considered steelcase THEN but now not even the refurbished prices are worth it when combined with everything else
Is the back comfortable on this? Heard people complain it's uncomfy
Is there an Amia-like alternative with a headrest or taller back section?
Any recommendations with leather or cushion? Not sure if $350 is worth it, or if the leather impacts the comfort you speak of.
Can it be an option if i want to game in it and work, like more of a laid back position
Hi, I watched lots of yours video and I want to buy the Amia but I live in Europe. I'm not sure if the official steelcase site sell on my country and I want to know if I can buy from btod.
I’m sorry, we aren’t shipping to Europe at the moment. I appreciate your support. Hopefully a Steelcase dealer can assist in your area -GK
Hi did you find the amia in Europe eventually?
@@JS-sf1dw No. But I can suggest you to contact the officials retailers for your country that you can find on steelcase site. Maybe someone sell also to private.
@@ziopera8705 thanks a lot for answering. That s too bad. I think I will go for the Aeron if it s too complicated to get the Amia...
Zio Pera I m going to see the Amia at 12 am in the steelcase showroom!
Just got one of these for $20 at a thrift store, it rocks!!
For tailbone pain issue, which would you recommend: amia, leap or gesture?
Tailbone issues can be tough. From my own experience, the Amia worked best for me -GK
Is it true that the amia seat is compatible with the leap v2?
Yes -GK
hello, what chair would you recommend me? 264lb weight and 6 feet tall
After this video I am interested in buying one
How does the Amia compare to the Aeron?
I purchased this chair for $500 and receive it soon. I’m excited to try it out, I think for the price I purchased, it’s a great value.
I just got a new one and love it so far, I’m curious if the height lever is suppose to be wiggly? The other levers seems rigid and tight but the heigh one wiggled left and right a little. It works fine but wondering if it’s supposed to be like that?
I sat in quite a lot of chairs at my work + I own an Embody and Hag Capisco. I can say, that all chairs I had and sat in so far have a wiggly height lever. I think that is due to the nature of most chairs having gas springs. The lever itself holds no weight and therefore can be more loose.
I recently bought this chair as my first office chair, but I am experiencing lower back pain. It feels like there’s not enough support for my lower back. Any advice? I tried a lumbar pillow but that provides TOO much lumbar support.
Do you have the seat depth set so that your complete lower back touches the backrest? If so, do you keep it that way most of the day or do you find yourself slouching frequently? If there isn’t enough lower support then I would suggest looking at a Leap v2 as a better alternative from Steelcase.
-GK
@@btodtv thank you for your reply. Yes I do have the seat depth set far back enough. It seems like my back pain is slowly getting better though. It may be a question of getting used to an ergonomic chair.
I also had another question. Is it true that it’s better to keep your back at a correct posture yourself rather than relying on the ergonomic chair? Or is it better to fully relax your back and let it “sink” into the chair’s back rest?
@@btodtv And yes, I do slouch sometimes because it's the only way to relieve my back pain
How long have you had the chair? -GK
@@btodtv I’ve had it for around 6 days now. The back pain seems to fluctuate day to day, and even throughout the day
I'm 1,90cm and around 110kg, is this chair build for my type of body?
Obviously comfort is subjective, but I just got mine delivered today and I couldn't be more disappointed. I'm 6'3" 200 lbs and this thing is so small! Paid extra for the adjustable arms and they only adjust in, not out, the seat is so narrow it's got my legs feeling numb from the pressure points on each side after only 20 minutes of use. Plastic base to boot? For $800? Paid half that for the chair I've been using for 3 years and it's base is metal. Really don't understand the hype on this thing...
I have a chance to get a used Amia in very good condition for $200. Worth it?
I ordered a brand new HM Aeron and returned it after 30 days. It was killing my back. Strange thing is I used a much older version of the Aeron when I worked in an office and it felt great. Maybe they changed the design. I have a herniated disc, a bulging disc, crumbling vertebrae, and scoliosis. I'm currently using a wooden kitchen chair at my home desk. It isn't comfortable but it doesn't hurt my back. I'm hesitant about ordering another chair because I don't want to keep returning them but I really need one since I work from home. Do you think the Amia might be worth a try?
Yea
Worth a try for sure. But I would recommend to visit a furniture store and try out different chairs. There is no chair that is the perfect solution for everybody. Therefore it is always a good idea to test the chairs beforehand. Of course a 2 minute sit won't give any information on long term usage, but it can be an indicator if it "makes click" from the start or not.
Just ordered one, hope you are right 🤞🏻
How was it?
Is this chair worth $280 USD? They describe it as being in excellent condition and freshly reupholstered, from the pics it looks almost brand new to me.
Why dont you use a under table keyboard tray?
Where can you buy this in the EU ?
Thanks!
Good price for a used one?
So as a guy with a titan and needs better back/lumbar support. Definitely an upgrade? Lol I'm being super picky lookig at the amia and the soji at the moment
In the same boat here, just sold my titan to get into amia!
Do you ship to Puerto Rico?
Picked up one off of Facebook marketplace for 250!
if you are looking to buy an office chair instead of a gaming chair and you are a controller player under the height of 5 10 i would recommend not getting this chair. the seat doesnt go low enough for your feet to be flat footed and for your knees to be at the height of the seat. if you lean forward with your elbows on your knees for support then you will feel like youre falling out of the chair or having to balance yourself making you lose focus on the game. currently switching back to my old $50 gaming chair because of this and wish i could return the amia. I did get the BTOD cylinder so maybe with the original could go lower but i doubt it
I am 6ft6 and it is very difficult to find a good chair for my height. Would this be a good chair for me?
I would think the back on this would be a little too short. I’d consider the Gesture with a tall cylinder option -GK
@@btodtv thank you very much for the quick reply!!
Just got one... wobbly armrest posts, little to no padding in the back area, mine came with missing/rusted screws, the base fabric feels like sandpaper. Not great for an almost $800 chair lmao. I just feel bad it was gotten for me as a gift and a little confused as to why it's so highly recommended on youtube.
So I'm 6'1", 270lbs with 42 inch waist...I'm very interested in the Amia...am I too big for it? If so, what alternatives do you suggest for someone my size?
Yes, I don’t believe the Amia is a good option. It would be a bit too small. The Gesture would probably be the best standard size chair from Steelcase -GK
@@btodtv Thanks for the suggestion...I'll check the Gesture out. What's your thought on the refurbished Leap Plus for me?
Im italian and i don't know how to buy this chair
Sorry Greg, but I rly wanted to jump into the video and fix your collar
Haha. There are three guys in the room with me and everyone just leaves me hanging-GK
@@btodtv It was really good knowing the context of this sentence before reading it.
Lol 😂 I could have worded this better -GK
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Are you guys NES fans? Noticed it in the background
i have sat in it for a week and my back is killing me
7:35 So I have to buy it, to try it. 🤣🤣🤣
Mind blown 🤯🤣 -GK
These videos are great, but the way you say "OH-pinion" is HORRIBLE!!! hahaha
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