Buying Guide
The Best Task Chairs with Footrest
Four chairs compared, from the 275 lb mesh chair to the 400 lb footrest chair, with the trade-offs of each named.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read4 products evaluated
A pull-out footrest turns a desk chair into somewhere to rest between sessions. Every chair here has a footrest and is an office-style chair rather than a gaming chair, ordered from the lowest price.
Our comparison rests on published figures for weight capacity, max recline and lumbar support; where a maker leaves out weight capacity, we say so, and no figure here comes from our own testing.
Quick Picks
Our 4 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lowest Price Here
Ergonomic Mesh Office Chair with Footrest (275 lb)
The cheapest way into this group, below the Kslysuty.
Best for: Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build.
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USB Massage Lumbar Support
Kslysuty Office Chair with Footrest and Massage Lumbar
A USB massage lumbar support.
Best for: Buyers who want a USB massage lumbar support.
Our take Check price for Kslysuty Office Chair with Footrest and Massage Lumbar (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
Ergonomic Mesh Office Chair with Footrest (365 lb)
A headrest that tilts 45 degrees.
Best for: Buyers who want headrest that tilts 45 degrees.
Our take Check price for Ergonomic Mesh Office Chair with Footrest (365 lb) (opens in a new tab)
Highest Weight Capacity
Big and Tall Office Chair with Footrest (400 lb)
The highest weight capacity here (400 lbs).
Best for: Buyers who put weight capacity first.
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Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 4
Ergonomic Mesh Office Chair with Footrest (275 lb) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
This mesh chair reclines from 90 to 135 degrees with a lumbar pillow and a footrest.
Best for
- Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build.
Skip if
- Skip it if weight capacity matters most to you; the 400 lb footrest chair offers 400 lbs.
Why we like it
It has a 275 lb capacity. A reinforced metal frame and five-point base support up to 275 lbs, and a retractable footrest is included. The headrest and backrest adjust.
On weight capacity it trails the group at 275 lbs, while the 400 lb footrest chair is rated for 400 lbs. It also comes with a 90 to 135 degree recline. The 275 lb mesh chair's lumbar support is a strap-on pillow, so position it by hand rather than with a dial.
It makes the most sense for buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build, since it offers the cheapest way into this group, below the Kslysuty. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the Kslysuty was closest.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight capacity: 275 lbs
- Max recline: 135°
- Lumbar support: Pillow
- Footrest: Yes
- Upholstery: Mesh
Pros
- Mesh upholstery
- Footrest
- Lumbar pillow
- 90 to 135 degree recline
Cons
- Weight capacity trails the 400 lb footrest chair (400 lbs)
USB Massage Lumbar Support2 of 4
Kslysuty Office Chair with Footrest and Massage Lumbar on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Kslysuty's chair pairs a footrest with a USB-powered massage lumbar.
Best for
- Buyers who want a USB massage lumbar support.
Skip if
- Its weight capacity is not published, which rules it out if you need that number.
Why we like it
It is one of the lower-cost footrest chairs here. Its pocket-spring seat spreads pressure evenly, and a metal base with a low centre of gravity resists tipping. Its seat uses independent pocket springs, and a USB-powered lumbar cushion adds massage.
The armrests move in sync with the backrest as it reclines. On price it sat second of 4, between the cheaper 275 lb mesh chair and the pricier 365 lb mesh recliner, at the time of writing. The maker doesn't give its weight capacity; if that figure matters, the 400 lb footrest chair is rated for 400 lbs.
Key dimensions & specs
- Lumbar support: USB massage
- Footrest: Yes
Pros
- USB massage lumbar
- Footrest
- Yes footrest
Cons
- No published weight capacity
- No published recline angle
- Costs more than the 275 lb mesh chair at the time of writing
Also Consider3 of 4
Ergonomic Mesh Office Chair with Footrest (365 lb) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
This mesh recliner offers a 365 lb capacity and reclines from 90 to 145 degrees.
Best for
- Buyers who want headrest that tilts 45 degrees.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the 275 lb mesh chair cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
Its headrest tilts 45 degrees and a footrest is included. Linkage armrests change angle and height as you recline, and the high-density foam seat keeps its shape. Dual-wheel casters glide quietly on hard floors and carpet.
It supports 365 lbs on an SGS and BIFMA certified class 4 gas lift, and the lumbar crossbar and headrest adjust. Its lumbar crossbar adjusts in depth by about 2cm, and the headrest moves to several angles. On weight capacity it sits mid-pack at 365 lbs: the 400 lb footrest chair is rated for 400 lbs, and the 275 lb mesh chair comes in at 275 lbs. When we checked, only the Kslysuty and cheaper picks cost less, and the 400 lb footrest chair cost more.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight capacity: 365 lbs
- Max recline: 145°
- Footrest: Yes
- Upholstery: Mesh
Pros
- Mesh upholstery
- Headrest that tilts 45 degrees
- 90 to 145 degree recline
- 365 lb weight capacity
Cons
- Costs more than the 275 lb mesh chair at the time of writing
Highest Weight Capacity4 of 4
Big and Tall Office Chair with Footrest (400 lb) on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The 400 lb footrest chair stands out for flip-up armrests, and it adds a footrest.
Best for
- Buyers who put weight capacity first.
Skip if
- Pass if a published recline angle matters; this one has none.
Why we like it
It also is rated for 400 lbs. It is rated for 400 pounds, with a pull-out footrest and flip-out padded arms. The high back reclines, and the seat swivels 360 degrees.
Its 400 lbs weight capacity is the highest here; the 365 lb mesh recliner comes next at 365 lbs. The 400 lb footrest chair's arms flip up, so it can roll closer under a desk with a low front edge. Check the 400 lb footrest chair's seat width against your hips as well as its weight rating.
Only the 365 lb mesh recliner came close to it on price at the time of writing; it cost the most of the 4 picks. There is no published recline angle figure, whereas the 365 lb mesh recliner reclines to 145°.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight capacity: 400 lbs
- Armrests: Flip-up
- Footrest: Yes
Pros
- 400 lb weight rating
- Flip-up armrests
- Footrest
- The highest weight capacity here (400 lbs)
Cons
- No published recline angle
- Costs more than the 275 lb mesh chair at the time of writing
How We Chose These Task Chairs with Footrest
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- The figures behind the order
- We compared four chairs on weight capacity, recline angle, lumbar support and footrest as the makers state them. We did not test them in-house.
- The shared baseline
- All 4, from the 275 lb mesh chair to the 400 lb footrest chair, state footrest and share footrest.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Kslysuty gives no weight capacity; the Kslysuty and the 400 lb footrest chair give no recline angle.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the 275 lb mesh chair ($50 to $100) to the 400 lb footrest chair ($150 to $250).
What to Look for in a Task Chair with Footrest
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Weight capacity
Here weight capacity runs from 275 lbs on the 275 lb mesh chair to 400 lbs on the 400 lb footrest chair. For less, the 365 lb mesh recliner is the runner-up at 365 lbs. No figure for the Kslysuty.
How much recline angle you need
Here recline angle runs from 135° on the 275 lb mesh chair to 145° on the 365 lb mesh recliner. Start with the 365 lb mesh recliner if recline angle decides it. No figure for the Kslysuty and the 400 lb footrest chair.
Footrest
The 275 lb mesh chair, the Kslysuty, the 365 lb mesh recliner and the 400 lb footrest chair have it. Settle this first, then compare prices.
Setup checks
The 275 lb mesh chair's lumbar support is a strap-on pillow, so position it by hand rather than with a dial. The 400 lb footrest chair's arms flip up, so it can roll closer under a desk with a low front edge.
Features beyond the spec table
The 275 lb mesh chair: a lumbar pillow. The Kslysuty: a footrest. The 365 lb mesh recliner: a 90 to 145 degree recline.
How to Choose a Task Chair with Footrest
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build | 275 lb mesh chair | The cheapest way into this group, below the Kslysuty |
| Buyers who want a USB massage lumbar support | Kslysuty | A USB massage lumbar support |
| Buyers who want headrest that tilts 45 degrees | 365 lb mesh recliner | A headrest that tilts 45 degrees |
| Buyers who put weight capacity first | 400 lb footrest chair | The highest weight capacity here (400 lbs) |
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Key specs side by side
The 400 lb footrest chair leads on weight capacity at 400 lbs, ahead of the 365 lb mesh recliner at 365 lbs. "Not listed" means the maker leaves that figure out.
| Chair | Weight capacity | Max recline | Lumbar support | Footrest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 275 lb mesh chair | 275 lbs | 135° | Pillow | Yes |
| Kslysuty | Not listed | Not listed | USB massage | Yes |
| 365 lb mesh recliner | 365 lbs | 145° | Not listed | Yes |
| 400 lb footrest chair | 400 lbs | Not listed | Not listed | Yes |
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By price at the time of writing
The 275 lb mesh chair was the lowest-priced pick and the 400 lb footrest chair the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Chairs |
|---|---|
| About $50 to $100 | 275 lb mesh chair, Kslysuty |
| About $100 to $150 | 365 lb mesh recliner |
| About $150 to $250 | 400 lb footrest chair |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the 365 lb mesh recliner compare with the 400 lb footrest chair on weight capacity?
The 400 lb footrest chair leads at 400 lbs, with the 365 lb mesh recliner at 365 lbs. The 275 lb mesh chair is at the other end of this group with 275 lbs. The Kslysuty doesn't state a figure, so it sits outside this comparison.
Is the 365 lb mesh recliner ahead of the 275 lb mesh chair on recline angle?
The 365 lb mesh recliner leads at 145°, with the 275 lb mesh chair at 135°. The Kslysuty and the 400 lb footrest chair don't state a figure, so they sit outside this comparison.
Is the 400 lb footrest chair worth paying more than the 275 lb mesh chair?
On paper it adds weight capacity (400 lbs against 275 lbs). The 275 lb mesh chair was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
What makes the Kslysuty the USB Massage Lumbar Support?
It earns the label for a USB massage lumbar support. It suits anyone who wants a USB massage lumbar support.
Do the 275 lb mesh chair and the Kslysuty differ on lumbar support?
The 275 lb mesh chair uses pillow; the Kslysuty uses USB massage. The makers of the 365 lb mesh recliner and the 400 lb footrest chair don't say.
What should I check before buying the 400 lb footrest chair?
The 400 lb footrest chair's arms flip up, so it can roll closer under a desk with a low front edge. Check the 400 lb footrest chair's seat width against your hips as well as its weight rating. In this guide it ranks fourth of 4, as our Highest Weight Capacity pick.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the 275 lb mesh chair, chosen for the cheapest way into this group, below the Kslysuty. Look at the Kslysuty for a USB massage lumbar support, the 365 lb mesh recliner for a headrest that tilts 45 degrees and the 400 lb footrest chair for the highest weight capacity here (400 lbs) if those matter more to you.
Check seat height against your desk height before buying.