Rolling stools move with you effortlessly while you work and promote healthy posture to prevent back pain. Need a more ergonomic solution? Read on for our take on a variety of stools to help you select the best rolling stool for your needs, whether work in a medical office, at a desk, at a pedicure chair or a portable pedicure chairs.
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1. EDITOR’S CHOICE: Salli Multi-Adjuster Ergonomic Split-Saddle Seat
Pros:- Top of the line
- As customizable as it gets
- 10 year warranty on seat
- 24 colors to choose from
Cons:- Pricey
- Split design isn't for everyone
- No backrest
The Salli Multi-Adjuster lets you customize the height, width, and tilt angle to optimize your posture. Salli, a favorite of dentists and medical professionals, is the top name in ergonomic rolling stools.
With a high level of adjustability, comfort, and an unusually long 10-year warranty on the seat (and five-year warranty on the rest of the stool parts), this is a top pick.
The cushion is plush and soft for immediate comfort and the split-saddle design relieves pressure on the tailbone so you can sit longer without strain. The seats are shaped less like bicycle seats and more like cushions that match the curve of your thighs so there’s less biting into your skin at the edges of the seat.
This model is highly customizable as well. You can choose from 24 colors of genuine leather, locking caster options, and different color bases.
- Adjustment height: 22.5 inches to 30 inches
- Weight capacity: 264 pounds
Find more Salli Multi-Adjuster Ergonomic Split-Saddle Seat information and reviews here.
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2. Kanewell Split Saddle Stool With Removable Backrest
Pros:- Can choose from short, medium, and tall
- The tilt of the seat can be adjusted
- Real top grain leather upholstery
- Backrest can be removed
Cons:- Atypical design is not for everyone
- Pricier
- Plastic wheels
Kanewell’s Split-Saddle Stools are a completely different design meant to give you dynamic support, increased customization, and foster better posture.
These stools are a favorite of dentists and other professions who need a high level of maneuverability and ergonomic support to prevent back strain. The split design relieves pressure from the tailbone and increases airflow.
The tilt of the seat is adjustable so you can customize it to your comfort and the angle you need to promote perfect posture. The height of the stools is broken down into three models: Short for heights four feet and nine inches to five feet and four inches; Medium (featured above) for heights four feet and 11 inches to five feet and 11 inches; and Tall for heights greater than five feet and 10 inches.
I love that this seat has genuine leather upholstery and steel base constructions. The backrest provides good, adjustable support and is also removable for more arm mobility.
- Adjustment height: Short: 21 inches to 26 inches; Medium: 22.5 inches to 30 inches; Tall: 27 inches to 37 inches.
- Weight capacity: 250 pounds
Find more Kanewell Split Saddle Stool information and reviews here.
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3. Earthlite Pneumatic Massage Salon Chair
Pros:- Pneumatic so no leaky hydraulics
- Can choose a back or backless stool
- Several colors to choose from
- Trusted brand of massage table
Cons:- Wheels do not lock
- Plastic casters not great on carpet
- Wider base is a plus or minus
This Earthlite Massage Stool is a decent option for those on a tight budget. Earthlite is a trusted brand of massage tables which I’ve featured in other spa articles so you know you can trust their equipment.
The seat is 19 inches tall at it’s lowest height and raises up to 26 inches tall. This will work for most folks, but shorter people (in the five-foot range) you might want to look for something that goes a little lower. The seat width is nice at about 14 inches across, leaving plenty of space to sit comfortably.
Their massage stools use pneumatic adjustment that utilizes air pressure to raise and lower the stool, unlike the typical hydraulic mechanism which has the potential to leak liquid. It has 360 degrees of spin and a weight capacity of 350 pounds.
The Earthlite Adjustable Facial Stool comes in stools without a backrest like the one featured above and models with a padded backrest. Their backrest is easy to attach and detach so if you got one with a backrest and decide it’s not for you, it’s simple enough to take off.
It’s comfortable to sit on and easy to move around on its plastic casters. If you’re working in a tight space, just make sure that you’ve got the room for the 24-inch diameter base to move how you need it to.
I love that it has several colors to choose from, which match the colors of their massage tables, including Mystic Blue (featured above), Black, Amethyst, Latte, and Sterling.
- Adjustment height: 19 inches to 26 inches
- Weight capacity: 350 pounds
Find more Earthlite Massage Salon Chair information and reviews here.
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4. 2xHome Adjustable Saddle Stool
Pros:- Ergonomic saddle design
- Adjustable height and tilt
- With backrest or without
- Compact wheel base
Cons:- Taller than some want
- Saddle design takes some getting used to
- No color choices
If you’re looking to try your first saddle chair, this is a nice option to see if this style is for you. The 2xHome Adjustable Saddle Stool is reasonably priced and is highly customizable to fit your ergonomic needs.
The height can adjust from 22 inches to 28.25 inches tall and the angle of the seat adjusts so you can optimize the position of your pelvis and encourage healthy posture.
The saddle shape improves posture as well as making mobility easier with free leg movement and quality casters.
Sitting on what’s ostensibly a bicycle seat does take some time to get used to, but in the long run, the improvement of posture tends to result in less back strain
It also comes with a backrest that can tilt independently of the tilting seat.
- Adjustment height: 22 inches to 28.25 inches
- Weight capacity: Not listed. Approximately 250 pounds
Find more 2xHome Adjustable Saddle Stool information and reviews here.
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5. Dr. Lomilomi Saddle Clinic Stool
Pros:- Saddle stool for long use
- Five-year warranty
- Weight capacity of 500 pounds
- Optional reclining backrest
Cons:- Can't adjust seat angle
- Not as comfortable for men
- Hydraulics not long-lasting
Designed for medical offices and spas, the Dr. Lomilomi Saddle Stool is nicely adjustable and built to support long hours of sitting. The split saddle seat is made of molded foam and angled to encourage proper posture.
At the same time, it has a backrest so you can lean back and take some of the pressure off your spine while you’re getting used to this new sitting position. This backrest is adjustable so you can change the angle of the recline to suit your comfort as well as the height of the seat. If you’re not a backrest person, the stool does come without the backrest as well.
The seat is covered in PU leather that comes with a five-year guarantee. The chair with the backrest only comes in black but if you go back-less can get the upholstery in five different colors including burgundy, English violet, queen blue, and vanilla.
The angle of the stool isn’t adjustable and there is a bit of a ridge in the center that many men have found to be uncomfortable, if you know what I’m saying. So keep that in mind when buying.
- Adjustment height: 20 inches to 26 inches
- Weight capacity: 500 pounds
Find more Dr. Lomilomi Saddle Clinic Stool information and reviews here.
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6. Crescent Swivel Task Chair
Pros:- Back support
- Wide seat
- Modern look
Cons:- Not as long-lasting as others
- Can be a little tricky to put together
- No color choices
For a modern look with padded back support, check out the Duhome Crescent Task Chair. It’s more elegant look makes this a good choice to pair with esthetician beds.
I find the scoop shape of these types of chairs extremely comfortable. The opening in the back takes some of the pressure off your tailbone but you are still able to lean back with support.
There’s good height adjustability here and the PU leather is durable and stain-resistant. I like that there’s a reliable pneumatic lift system and that the base is a shiny chrome finish. The wheels move well but will likely not function as well on carpet.
- Adjustment height: 19 inches to 24 inches
- Weight capacity: 245 pounds
Find more Crescent Swivel Task Chair information and reviews here.
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7. Boss Medical Spa Stool
Pros:- Option of with back or without
- Choice of colors
- 250 pound weight limit
- 16-inch wide seat
Cons:- Height adjustability not as consistant
- Cushion not as soft as others
- Plastic wheels could be improved
The Be Well Medical Spa Stool is a budget option that still offers back support and a professional look.
I love that you can pick up this chair without a backrest (featured above) or with a backrest depending on your preference. If you get it with the backrest, it’s easy to attach and detach so you can remove it if you decide it’s not for you.
It uses smooth, pneumatic lift for adjustment and can move between 20.5 inches tall to 26.5 inches tall. Some users report that the seat can go lower than 20.5 inches but that isn’t consistent so if you need a stool that can go very low, make sure you’re measuring what that means for you.
While it has plastic wheels that aren’t great on carpet, the base is a chrome finish making the chair look far more expensive than it is. It comes in beige as well.
- Adjustment height: 20.5 inches to 26.5 inches
- Weight capacity: 250 pounds
Find more Boss Medical Spa Stool information and reviews here.
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8. Eognyzie Saddle Stool With Backrest
Pros:- Ergonomic saddle-style seat
- 250 pound weight capacity
- Backrest
- Pneumatic lift action
Cons:- No backless option
- Some folks don't like saddle stools
- Not great on carpet
The saddle seat and backrest combination is a good balance between ergonomics and comfort. This Adjustable Saddle Chair supports the pelvis and an angled backrest to promote proper posture.
All spines are different so the height and angle of the backrest are highly adjustable as well as the height of the chair itself. I love a backrest so you can lean back and take some of the pressure off your spine while you’re getting used to this new sitting position.
The seat is upholstered in PU leather with dense cushioning.
- Adjustment height: 20 inches to 25.5 inches
- Weight capacity: 250 pounds
Find more Eognyzie Saddle Stool With Backrest information and reviews here.
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9. Flash Stool With Foot Ring
Pros:- Unique footrest ring
- Breathable fabric with foam
- In lots of one, two, or three stools
- Hydraulic controls are pre-assembled
Cons:- Seat too narrow for some
- Not a huge range of height
- Not as long-lasting as others
If you tend to rest your feet on the casters of your stools, this Flash Stool has a footrest ring that wraps around the base so you always have a place for your feet to land.
This chair is lightweight, compact, and affordable. For an adjusting stool, it doesn’t have a huge range of lift but if you’re of average height and don’t need it as a pedicure chair, you should be alright.
It has a cushion of firm foam covered in breathable fabric which isn’t as water resistant as faux leather but is far more breathable and comfortable.
- Adjustment height: 18 inches to 22 inches
- Weight capacity: 250 pounds
Find more Flash Stool With Foot Ring information and reviews here.
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10. Dayton Pedicure Stool
Pros:- Low to the ground
- Acetone-resistant upholstery
- Choice of colors
- Back support can be removed
Cons:- Too low for some
- Not much range of adjustment
- Smaller base can be less stable
This is a stool that is designed for those who work very low to the ground and would otherwise be kneeling or bending. At its lowest, the Dayton Pedicure Stool is 13 inches tall. This is perfect for pedicure technicians and others who need something very low to work at a height where they aren’t uncomfortably bending over which leads to back strain.
At its tallest, the stool is only 15 inches tall, so there isn’t a lot of range and will likely be too short if you’re trying to use it at a desk.
The backrest has a comfortable shape for leaning back to take some of the pressure off of your back and it’s also removable. The solid steel wheelbase is more compact than other stools making it easy to fit into smaller spaces and giving your legs more room for maneuverability.
It comes in a wide range of colors like coffee, cappuccino, cashmere and pink.
You can also pick them up as a set of two.
- Adjustment height: 13 inches to 15 inches
- Weight capacity: 250 pounds
Find more Dayton Pedicure Stool information and reviews here.
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11. Kaleurrier Rolling Drafting Stool
Pros:- 350 pound weight capacity
- Height and backrest adjusts
- One-year warranty
- Good height range
Cons:- Wheels aren't great on carpet
- Assembly can be little tricky
- Too tall for some
For a touch of style and relaxed comfort, check out the Kaleurrier Drafting Stool.
The Kaleurrier has modern curved lines and a chrome footrest ring bring a little something aesthetic to something that’s generally thought of as entirely practical.
There are two levers on this stool. One controls the height adjustment and one controls the tilt of the backrest which has a range from 90 degrees to 45 degrees.
It works well as a task stool with easy-to-use pneumatic height adjustment and 360 degrees of spin and can double as a desk chair with its supportive backrest and footrest ring. The wheels are average for plastic but are more attractive than any of the others I’ve seen so far.
The cushion has an ergonomic curve to it to keep you feeling supported and in place. It’s currently available in brown.
Adjustment height: 19.7 inches to 27.6 inches
- Weight capacity: 350 pounds
Find more Kaleurrier Rolling Drafting Stool information and reviews here.
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12. Goplus Adjustable Hydraulic Stool
Pros:- Chrome-finish wheelbase
- Choice of colors
- Stylish pattern
- Affordable
Cons:- Weight capacity not listed
- Not enough height range for some
- May not last as long as others
The Goplus is an affordable option for a hydraulic stool with a stylish look to it.
The upholstery on the cushion of this chair has a ripple pattern of concentric circles that reminds me of throwing a stone into a lake or of Zen sand gardens. It livens up the look of it and can work with lots of different styles of decor.
The cushion is high-density foam for comfort but isn’t as plush as some of the other stools on this list. It has average adjustability and smooth swivel action.
- Adjustment height: 18 inches to 23.5 inches
- Weight capacity: Not given
Find more Goplus Adjustable Hydraulic Stool information and reviews here.
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13. Leopard Adjustable Medical Stool
Pros:- Smooth pneumatic lift
- Compact wheelbase
- Quilted look
Cons:- Color options gone
- Not as long-lasting
- Not low enough for some
For a simple rolling medical chair on a budget, the Leopard Adjustable Stool has eye-catching decorative stitching.
The Leopard Adjustable Stool has a shiny chrome-finish base housing a smooth pneumatic lift function. The adjustable height is decent and likely all you need if you’re of average height and don’t need a stool that’s practically on the ground. It’s upholstered in PU faux leather that is wear-resistant and quilted to add some style to what could otherwise be a very plain stool.
- Adjustment height: 18.75 inches to 24.2 inches
- Weight capacity: 250 pounds
Find more Leopard Adjustable Medical Stool information and reviews here.
Which Stool With Wheels Is Best For You?
According to the National Institute for Neurological Disorders, people with occupations that require long periods of sitting are at a higher risk for back pain particularly if their chair doesn't support proper posture. For example, lash technicians may need a stool that can drop pretty low to line up properly with their lash pillow, reducing how much they need to bend.
More and more of us work sitting down these days and back strain and fatigue is a real issue for folks like aestheticians, pedicure and nail technicians, tattoo artists, and medical professionals who are not only sitting but moving around, leaning, and reaching.
The right stool for you is going to greatly depend on what you do and your current health and posture. You have two main choices to make. Do you want a back? And do you want a round or saddle chair?
Should Your Massage Stool Have a Back or No Back?
Most folks think that leaning back in your chair is bad posture but researchers say it's actually better in the long run for your back than sitting up straight the entire day because it takes some of the pressure off your spine.
Having a back to your stool is nice for support and stability and is ideal for those who have mixed work that combines working at a screen with more active tasks like doing facials.
However, if your work involves a great deal of turning and reaching, like pedicure technicians, having a back on your stool might actually get in the way.
Which Is Best: A Round or Saddle Chair?
Round stools are what we think of when you think of a typical bar stool. They're shaped like a disk, generally padded, and a good fit for most people. It's a seat we're familiar with and there's a certain amount of comfort in that.
Saddle chairs are shaped more like, you guessed it, saddles. It's more of a straddling position that tilts your pelvis to better align your spine closer to ideal posture.
In a published study of posture and different chair types from 2012, saddle chairs "created the best posture of those chairs studied."
These stools are a good fit for anyone who has experienced back strain on a round seat as it's a completely different way to sit, Many find it easier to move around in a saddle chair and the unique shape removes pressure from the tail bone.
How Much Should a Quality Rolling Stool Cost?
Anything under $50 is really asking for trouble and for something that will last you want to be looking closer to $100.
Think about it this way: consider the cost of just the supplies that made the chair. The steel, the pneumatic piston, the upholstery, the cushion, the wheels, the hardware.
These are some of the cheapest locking caster wheels on Amazon (set of five) if that helps you get a sense of price. Take that total and double it for labor and shipping costs. If that's anywhere close to the price of a cheaper chair you're looking at, remember that the people selling the chair need to make a profit so they'll be charging significantly more than it cost to make.
A cheap chair is made with cheap labor and cheap materials. Invest in your comfort and posture. It's worth it.