The Gaiam BalanceBall Chair is a revolution in office and home furniture and continues to be a customer favorite. The patented design combines fitness with comfort and ergonomic back support, all at an affordable price. With chiropractic pioneer Dr. Randy Weinzoff, Gaiam developed the BalanceBall Chair as an effective tool for strengthening core muscles and improving spinal alignment - both at home and at the office. Removable 52cm BalanceBall can be used for exercises on or off the chair. Easy assembly required. Taiwan.
Available in classic charcoal and 4 colors: Blush, Plum, Sage and Pool.
Included in your BalanceBall Chair set:
A 52cm (20.5") BalanceBall, removable for exercise on its own.
An adjustable support bar.
Easy-glide, lockable, castor wheels.
An air pump (replacement pumps also available below).
Desktop exercise guide to get you moving.
Average Customer Rating:
4.5 out of 5
Rating Snapshot
(100 reviews)
5
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92 of 100 (92%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Anonymous Location:
Southwest Florida
Shopping Frequency:
every 4 to 6 months
I have used this product for:
1-3 months
Surprisingly Comfortable
Date: October 20, 2009
"I love the chair, my co-workers love the chair, even my boss loves the chair!!! Assembly was a breeze, my posture has improved over the past few weeks, and it's a constant inspiration for conversation with clients and co-workers! I would highly recommend this product to any office-dweller. You won't be sorry. The black base combined with the dusty-plum colored ball is a perfect fit in my office. Very sturdy construction. No, you can't have my ball-chair!!!"
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Review 42 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
5
out of 5
Value:
4
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Anonymous Location:
Seattle, WA
Shopping Frequency:
every 4 to 6 months
I have used this product for:
3-6 months
Really good for work
Date: October 20, 2009
"I've noticed a huge difference with my posture since bringing this chair to work. I used to slouch a lot, but this chair has helped to correct my posture and strengthen my core."
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Review 43 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
4
out of 5
Value:
4
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
4
out of 5
Anonymous
pleased, but pay attention
Date: October 18, 2009
"The chair was easy to assemble and the hand pump is useful. However, it works best when I am mindful of my posture and actively working on the computer. Sitting on the ball incorrectly resultd in straining my lower back above one hip, so I use my office chair when watching movies or doing something I know I will not be mindfuk of my posture for extended periods of time."
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Review 44 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
5
out of 5
Anonymous Location:
NH
Shopping Frequency:
once a year
Decreased neck and back aches
Date: October 18, 2009
"Love this balance ball chair. Really reminds me of my sitting posture and improves spinal allignment."
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Review 45 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
5
out of 5
Value:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
ngreen Location:
Chicago, IL
Shopping Frequency:
every 2 to 3 months
I have used this product for:
3-6 months
Top 250 Contributor
Must Have
Date: October 18, 2009
"We decided to replace the home computer desk chair with the balance ball. Now we wonder why we waited so long. This is a must have to improve posture and it doubles as an exercise tool. Great for those with space constraints, like us! Give it a try. You cannot go wrong. It has been great for my lower back. With the caster feet, I often use the chair to practice classical guitar. Not sure if that is recommended but works for me by forcing me to keep proper posture. Keep in mind that it may take some getting used to, depending on your current posture and back/stomach muscle tone. But don't give up. Your body will thank you in the long run."
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Review 46 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
4
out of 5
Value:
4
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
4
out of 5
Anonymous
pump it up again
Date: October 13, 2009
"I have a stiff lower back, so I thought I would try this chair first before having to buy a desk chair that costs over 500 dollars...while I thought that the ball chair was comfortable, I was disappointed that it was too low for my desk/computer screen, so I called the company to see if I could use a larger ball and they were helpful to tell me to pump the ball up more. They were right! it was underinflated (I even thought, gee it doesn't look taught or smooth when I initially pumped it up) and now the height is perfect and the ball fills out to the back of the chair fully. First pump it up and use it a day or so so it stretches into shape and then pump it up again with a bicycle pump and a friend to help hold the seal tight or maybe use tape to secure it...so it is nice and round and smooth. enjoy! I'm hoping that after I use it more, I will increase the rating to 5 stars, but for right now it is a good 4 star product and value. The chair is easy to assemble and the pumping up was easy by myself the first time and also the second time with my hubby helping me, otherwise it may be a little more frustrating and time consuming but not overly so."
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Review 47 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
3
out of 5
Value:
2
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
3
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Anonymous
Shopping Frequency:
every month
I have used this product for:
1-3 months
It's alright
Date: September 12, 2009
"When I first read about it, I was very excited. When I got it and used it for a few weeks, I was less excited. I ended up switching back to my old desk chair. I personally need the back of the chair to be closer to the middle of the ball so that I can sit up straight without having to hold myself up, when I get tired of 'holding myself up.' The concept of the chair is great. This is for someone that knows that they will never get tired of sitting erect all the time. But for those who want to sit back sometimes, this is not the chair for you."
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Review 48 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
4
out of 5
Value:
5
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
3
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Anonymous
Better Once it's Well-Inflated!
Date: September 11, 2009
"When I got this chair, I didn't inflate the ball enough, and I wanted to return it.
After my husband inflated it correctly, I am seriously considering buying another for my office at work. It's really comfortable and I can feel my core working. And I'm short, and it still works well."
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Review 49 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
5
out of 5
Value:
5
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Marilynn Location:
Colorado
Shopping Frequency:
every 4 to 6 months
I have used this product for:
1-3 months
Top 250 Contributor
Great purchase
Date: August 7, 2009
"My son had this chair at his home when I visited. Tried it and was impressed at the comfort and how it changed my posture when sitting. I went home and ordered one for myself to use at work. I would defintely recommend it to anyone who sits all day at a computer."
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Review 50 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
4
out of 5
Value:
4
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
cparra Location:
philadelphia, Pa
Shopping Frequency:
once a year
I have used this product for:
less than a month
Great purchase but.....
Date: June 26, 2009
"I have enjoyed this chair however I am now in my second week with it and it has begun to squeak. I am not sure where the squeaking is coming from but when I move it squeaks. The chair is not locked. Has anyone else had this problem and if so any recommendations for what I should do? Thanks"
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Review 51 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
3
out of 5
Value:
4
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
3
out of 5
Effectiveness:
3
out of 5
organiclady
Height Could Be An Issue
Date: June 14, 2009
"The chair was a good value on sale and easy to put together. I was a little concerned about the height based on some reviews I had read. I ended up using my small balance ball, that I already had, instead of the one that came with the chair, as this made the chair a little higher and the right size for my desk for me (I am only 5' 3"). I would have preferred the option of only buying the chair frame, but this wasn't available."
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Review 52 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
3
out of 5
Value:
2
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
3
out of 5
Nyleve Location:
Santa Barbara
Shopping Frequency:
every 4 to 6 months
I have used this product for:
less than a month
Hurts my butt!
Date: June 9, 2009
"I can only sit on the ball for 30-45-minutes before my butt is burning so badly and is so numb (numb, although I still feel the burn) that I have to switch back to my old chair for instant relief. Otherwise, I'm happy with the way the chair looks and the way that it helps position my pelvis and back. I'm just hoping that maybe I will get used to it and the numbness/butt pain will go away. I do think it is too expensive - surely these can be cheaper than $100."
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Review 53 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
1
out of 5
Value:
1
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
1
out of 5
BlackDaisy Location:
Rockville, MD
Returning ASAP!
Date: June 3, 2009
"I have been wanting this for so long, and now that I finally purchased it, I am very disappointed. The ball when fully inflated is too small to use at my desk which is of normal height. The ball is too small to use on it's own at a desk or for exercise (I'm 5'4"). The bar that holds the ball in place it of no use since the ball is so small it doesn't come close to the bar, and the bar is uncomfortable on the back of my legs. The ball is so small, it gets stuck in the hole in the chair, and could never fall out even without it's useless bar. This tiny, little, useless ball is ergonomically incorrect. The balls in the pic and video clip are larger. They must be different balls which is false advertisement as far as I am concerned. The only thing good about this product, is that it was simple to put together and take apart which is why I gave it 5 stars in one of it's catergories. Don't waste your time and money ordering this. I can't wait for my refund."
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Response from Gaiam:
ByCustomer Relations,
June 4, 2009
It sounds as if your ball is not fully inflated. I am sitting on one right now and my ball is way to big to fall through the hole. When the ball is properly inflated your seat height should be 23". Thank you very much for your feedback. We’re sorry your experience was not what you’d expected. We guarantee every product unconditionally, and we want you to be thrilled with your Gaiam purchase. If you would like to return this for a refund or exchange, please contact us by email at customerservice@gaiam.com or by phone at 1-877-989-6321.
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Review 54 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
4
out of 5
Value:
4
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
2
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
mzmp Location:
Cleveland, OH
Shopping Frequency:
every 4 to 6 months
I have used this product for:
6-12 months
Helps Make the Workday Better!
Date: June 1, 2009
"Before using the Balance Ball, sitting at my desk all day was really hard on my legs, back and behind. Now I have better circulation and better posture. I especially like that I am strengthening my core muscles just by using this chair! I also love the way it looks in my office!"
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Review 55 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
3
out of 5
Effectiveness:
2
out of 5
FutureCat
Top 500 Contributor
Comfortable, Easy To Use
Date: May 29, 2009
"This is a comfortable chair and being on wheels allows for ease in moving about however I find it is easy to slouch where using just a ball alone would engage my core more. The ball is too small to use without its base.
Nice as a chair, but not useful in exercising or strengthening the core with the wheel base."
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Review 56 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
5
out of 5
Value:
5
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Bees
Best Purchase Yet
Date: May 28, 2009
"The Balance Ball Chair is GREAT...my most favorite chair! It ensures I am sitting up straight and I can feel my core muscles engaged...highly recommend. It is wonderful for ischeal bursitis...keeps the pressure off that area. I do have the issue of the locking wheels and am going to try moving the front rollers to the back as another reviewer suggested."
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Review 57 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
5
out of 5
Value:
5
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
LauraIW Location:
Green Bay, WI
Shopping Frequency:
every 2 to 3 months
I have used this product for:
6-12 months
Top 500 Contributor
This Chair Rocks!
Date: May 28, 2009
"I hurt my back last year & bought this chair to use at work & it's AWESOME! It was super easy to put together & really comfortable. I get strange looks when people come in my office but once they try it out they want one. I am thinking about getting another one for at home."
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Review 58 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
5
out of 5
Value:
5
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
2
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
shay Location:
New Mexico
Shopping Frequency:
every 2 to 3 months
I have used this product for:
1-3 months
Great office chair
Date: May 26, 2009
"I have really enjoyed using this chair everyday. It did take a little getting used to, but now it is natural to sit on. If you want to improve your core strength and posture, this is a great solution."
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Review 59 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
5
out of 5
Value:
5
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Rsarchi Location:
Los Angeles, CA
Shopping Frequency:
once a year
I have used this product for:
1-3 months
Great chair
Date: May 24, 2009
"I love this chair, it keeps my core active all day. The ball takes a while to get filled up when you first get it, which means you must pump it up a little more each day until it is filled. Once it is filled then it is the perfect height to work on my computer all day. I have had the chair for months and have not had to refill it. It is not the type of chair you are going to sit back and relax in. I love it."
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 60 for BalanceBall® Chair with Pump
Overall:
5
out of 5
Value:
4
out of 5
Level of Difficulty:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Mmilton Location:
Raleigh, NC
Shopping Frequency:
once a year
I have used this product for:
1-3 months
Great chair!!
Date: May 24, 2009
"This chair is just as I expected- Great! It was easy to assemble and really helps me to sit up straight. I took it to work since that's where I sit the most, and all of my co-workers wanted to try it out. I'd recommend this chair to anyone who wants to work on their posture."
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