I’m so happy with this saddle stool. I’m 5’8” with 37” hips, and I have a broken lumbar vertebrae, thoracic spinal fusion, a tailbone defect, an old injury on my collarbone, and accessory navicular - all of this is compounded by ligamentous laxity, so I’m a generally achy, sprainy, musculoskeletal mess.
I used to ride horses when I was a kid and I just want to make this point clear - this stool is initially going to exercise you and make you sore if you have poor muscle tone and poor posture for any reason! There’s a good deal of research on this if you’re inclined, and any secondary discomfort should go away once you get toned up and used to it.
After sitting on it on and off for a few hours last night, today I definitely feel like I’ve been on a horse - I’m sore all over, but I feel properly exercised.
My toes in the first image are a poor scale for the width of the seat because perspective, but, it really is saddle width. (You can practically envision the horse.) The shortest height is perfect for use at my desk, which measures 28” underneath and 29.25” at the table top. My elbows hover about 2” over the desk but my hands and wrists can comfortably rest and work without having to “fight” the weight of my arms. The second photo shows the angle of my legs when at the shortest height. The width of the seat keeps your hips open and at my height, my knees are at or close to a 90 degree angle to my feet no matter where I place them.
Adjusted to full height (third photo), it’s perfect for lining up with my tripod and camera setup without needing to stoop. The front of the chair is even with my desk top, but since this stool angles your legs down so much at full height, I just need to scoot back an inch in the seat in order to sit comfortably with the seat stable against the edge of my desk. I could feel the muscles between my shoulder blades “tingling” as they had to start working to support my body, since only the balls of my feet were resting on the floor. This was the hardest area to exercise in physical therapy without aggravating other areas, so I am extra happy about this.
The seat is padded just right and comfortable, not too squishy or too firm for me. My tailbone is not bearing any weight when I’m sitting upright. The material is kinda grippy but it isn’t breathable, so things will get a little humid after a while. Still, standing up every so often isn’t a bad idea for any sitting situation. Independent of the casters, the seat spins around really smoothly if you go for a full 360 or two, but casual changes in direction are a deliberate movement and it otherwise stays put where you want it. The white seat I’d say is “Ikea white” and easy to clean - I got some shmoo from assembly on it but it wiped off with a mild cleaning spray and a rag.
There’s an area at the middle of the seat where the stitching seems to be pulled a little tight and I can see the edges of the needle holes. It’ll take some time to see if that seam splits.
The lever to adjust height takes a bit of getting used to - you can reach it without needing to really lean, but years of using office chairs with arm rests have me leaning anyways, and the lever doesn’t “work” if your center of gravity is off. It feels a bit hesitant going up and down, but I imagine it’ll smooth out over time.
There’s good resistance to roll around which helps avoid the problem of the stool wanting to creep along an uneven floor as you’re trying to work. I caught my ankle once on the edge of the chair base; the edges are kind of rough at the underside, but that’s not an issue once you figure out how to clear the wheel base when you move. Your feet are naturally positioned wide of it.
The biggest hurdle is making sure the seat is oriented the right way if you stand to grab something and sit back down without checking. It can rotate a bit when you stand, but it didn’t roll away any of the times I went to sit down without checking and bumped into the side of it by accident. With a surface nearby to hold as I sit, I don’t feel like this stool will prank me, and I’ve gotten used to the “bar stool” grab already.
All in all, this stool is fantastic. It’s comfortable, it’s practical, it looks at home in my space, and it’s encouraging better muscle tone. Once I can afford it I’ll be getting one for my mother who enjoys quilting; she’s almost 70, 5’2” with wide hips and has asthma attacks that are aggravated by scoliosis, osteoporosis, and increasingly poor posture - she looked so happy and immediately commented about wanting one when she tried it out. Her feet were nearly flat on the floor at the shortest height and she was able to move comfortably, and above all, her posture was perfect and reminded me of when she was younger. I don’t want to claim this particular stool is a panacea, but saddle stools are beneficial for your body - this particular saddle stool is basically perfect for the price and definitely worth it in my book.
Antlu Saddle Stool Rolling Chair for Medical Massage Salon Kitchen Spa Drafting,Adjustable Hydraulic Stool with Wheels (Witho
4.3 | 4,010 ratings
Price: 98
Last update: 01-09-2025
About this item
Ergonomic:This saddle stool chair design for extra comfort on your back and spine,this design reduces painful pressure on your back.
Comfortable : The seat cushion of this rolling saddle stool is a little thicker than the conventional one, which makes it more comfortable to sit on.
Rotation : The cushions and wheels on this saddle swivel stool enable unrestricted rotation, allowing for easy movement throughout the room. This stool is ideal for use in various spaces, including kitchen, living room, offices, clinic, salon, and more.
Sturdy :Comparing the easily damaged plastic base, the metal base makes the stool stronger and more load-bearing.Weight capacity: 400 lbs.
Adjustable height : This stool chair has a larger range of adjustable height,from 21 to 28 inches, about 4 inches taller than regular stools.
Comfortable : The seat cushion of this rolling saddle stool is a little thicker than the conventional one, which makes it more comfortable to sit on.
Rotation : The cushions and wheels on this saddle swivel stool enable unrestricted rotation, allowing for easy movement throughout the room. This stool is ideal for use in various spaces, including kitchen, living room, offices, clinic, salon, and more.
Sturdy :Comparing the easily damaged plastic base, the metal base makes the stool stronger and more load-bearing.Weight capacity: 400 lbs.
Adjustable height : This stool chair has a larger range of adjustable height,from 21 to 28 inches, about 4 inches taller than regular stools.
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 0.15"D x 0.15"W x 0.15"H |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Brand | Antlu |
| Size | Without Backrest |
| Style | Classic |
| Furniture Finish | Alloy Steel |
| Seat Height | 20 Inches |
| Leg Style | Inclined legs |
| Seat Width | 14 Inches |
| Maximum Weight Recommendation | 400 Pounds |
| Product Care Instructions | Wipe with Damp Cloth |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| UPC | 700401826741 |
| Item Weight | 9.9 pounds |
| Manufacturer | Antlu |
| ASIN | B07F8NXBXD |
| Item model number | no |
| Customer Reviews |
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3,870 ratings
4.3 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #21,796 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care) #4 in Salon & Spa Stools #646 in Home Office Furniture |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Batteries required | No |
Top reviews from the United States
Renee
You should probably just buy it.
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2019
Renee
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2019
I used to ride horses when I was a kid and I just want to make this point clear - this stool is initially going to exercise you and make you sore if you have poor muscle tone and poor posture for any reason! There’s a good deal of research on this if you’re inclined, and any secondary discomfort should go away once you get toned up and used to it.
After sitting on it on and off for a few hours last night, today I definitely feel like I’ve been on a horse - I’m sore all over, but I feel properly exercised.
My toes in the first image are a poor scale for the width of the seat because perspective, but, it really is saddle width. (You can practically envision the horse.) The shortest height is perfect for use at my desk, which measures 28” underneath and 29.25” at the table top. My elbows hover about 2” over the desk but my hands and wrists can comfortably rest and work without having to “fight” the weight of my arms. The second photo shows the angle of my legs when at the shortest height. The width of the seat keeps your hips open and at my height, my knees are at or close to a 90 degree angle to my feet no matter where I place them.
Adjusted to full height (third photo), it’s perfect for lining up with my tripod and camera setup without needing to stoop. The front of the chair is even with my desk top, but since this stool angles your legs down so much at full height, I just need to scoot back an inch in the seat in order to sit comfortably with the seat stable against the edge of my desk. I could feel the muscles between my shoulder blades “tingling” as they had to start working to support my body, since only the balls of my feet were resting on the floor. This was the hardest area to exercise in physical therapy without aggravating other areas, so I am extra happy about this.
The seat is padded just right and comfortable, not too squishy or too firm for me. My tailbone is not bearing any weight when I’m sitting upright. The material is kinda grippy but it isn’t breathable, so things will get a little humid after a while. Still, standing up every so often isn’t a bad idea for any sitting situation. Independent of the casters, the seat spins around really smoothly if you go for a full 360 or two, but casual changes in direction are a deliberate movement and it otherwise stays put where you want it. The white seat I’d say is “Ikea white” and easy to clean - I got some shmoo from assembly on it but it wiped off with a mild cleaning spray and a rag.
There’s an area at the middle of the seat where the stitching seems to be pulled a little tight and I can see the edges of the needle holes. It’ll take some time to see if that seam splits.
The lever to adjust height takes a bit of getting used to - you can reach it without needing to really lean, but years of using office chairs with arm rests have me leaning anyways, and the lever doesn’t “work” if your center of gravity is off. It feels a bit hesitant going up and down, but I imagine it’ll smooth out over time.
There’s good resistance to roll around which helps avoid the problem of the stool wanting to creep along an uneven floor as you’re trying to work. I caught my ankle once on the edge of the chair base; the edges are kind of rough at the underside, but that’s not an issue once you figure out how to clear the wheel base when you move. Your feet are naturally positioned wide of it.
The biggest hurdle is making sure the seat is oriented the right way if you stand to grab something and sit back down without checking. It can rotate a bit when you stand, but it didn’t roll away any of the times I went to sit down without checking and bumped into the side of it by accident. With a surface nearby to hold as I sit, I don’t feel like this stool will prank me, and I’ve gotten used to the “bar stool” grab already.
All in all, this stool is fantastic. It’s comfortable, it’s practical, it looks at home in my space, and it’s encouraging better muscle tone. Once I can afford it I’ll be getting one for my mother who enjoys quilting; she’s almost 70, 5’2” with wide hips and has asthma attacks that are aggravated by scoliosis, osteoporosis, and increasingly poor posture - she looked so happy and immediately commented about wanting one when she tried it out. Her feet were nearly flat on the floor at the shortest height and she was able to move comfortably, and above all, her posture was perfect and reminded me of when she was younger. I don’t want to claim this particular stool is a panacea, but saddle stools are beneficial for your body - this particular saddle stool is basically perfect for the price and definitely worth it in my book.
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