User Experience

Now that we've covered the design of the chair we're testing and its general features, it's time to share my honest impressions of using this feature-packed model. Let's start from the bottom—the casters definitely aren't a problem here; they roll smoothly and are relatively quiet. The gas lift is also trouble-free, but the same can't quite be said about the tilt mechanism.


After a few weeks of use, it can start to creak quite loudly whenever I lean back in the chair. On top of that, I get the impression that it isn't completely level—when I recline, it pulls me slightly to the right instead of moving straight back. It's also a shame that there's no multi-lock function, as that's something I'd definitely expect from a chair like this. As for the seat itself, it seemed very firm at first, but over time it has "softened up a little." It's still not as soft as you might expect, although that extra firmness can also be an advantage.


The "ventilation" function proved particularly useful during heat waves with temperatures above 30°C (86°F)—without it, you can actually get quite hot sitting in this chair. During the winter, the heating function should come in handy as well; it works, although its effect isn't quite as noticeable as the "cooling" feature. The massage function also deserves some praise, both in the seat and backrest. Even though it's "just" vibrations, it can definitely help you relax, especially when combined with the footrest.


The controls and power bank functionality worked flawlessly, and the optional power adjustment is also worth mentioning here. These are definitely the features I'll remember most positively about this chair. The backrest itself, however, wasn't quite as comfortable as I had hoped. This is most likely related, among other things, to my height, as I wasn't able to fully adjust both the backrest and headrest to fit me properly.


So, for me, the overall comfort level was somewhat inconsistent. At this price point, I would have expected a better fit, especially considering that the chair is officially designed for users up to 190 cm (6'2") tall—which is exactly my height. One of my friends, who is slightly shorter but also broader, fit into the chair perfectly. So it's safe to say that my height definitely worked against me here, preventing me from getting the full level of comfort this model can potentially offer.


The cushion itself uses an interesting material, but it still doesn't quite compare to the "plush" Supersoft fabric found on the Arozzi Vernazza Supersoft XL, which I tested for you some time ago. As for the armrests, they definitely deserve praise for their extensive adjustability, although I would have preferred slightly softer padding. Then there's that wobbling… unfortunately, it's pretty bad.