Head to head
ELABEST X100 Ergonomic Mesh Office Chair with Footrest, Big vs Nouhaus Ergonomic Office Chair with Lumbar Support High Back
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ELABEST
ELABEST X100 Ergonomic Mesh Office Chair with Footrest, Big and Tall Hone Desk Chair with 5D Flip-Up Arms, Adjustable 3D Lumbar Support,Gaming & Executive Computer Chairs
Nouhaus
Nouhaus Ergonomic Office Chair with Lumbar Support High Back Mesh Desk Chair Best Desk Chair for Long Hours Adjustable Headrest and 4D Arms SGS Certified Gas Cylinder (Ergo3D Black)
Scores and Specs Side by Side
| Spec | ELABEST | Nouhaus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349.99 | $299.99 |
| Ergo Score | 62/100 | 55/100 |
| Adjustability | 21/40 | 17/40 |
| Support | 22/30 | 22/30 |
| Build | 19/30 | 16/30 |
| Comfort Index | 55/100 | 38/100 |
| Seat height range | 18.3 to 23 in | Not listed by the seller |
| Back material | Mesh | Mesh |
| Backrest height | 22.2 in | Not listed by the seller |
| Backrest width | 20.2 in | Not listed by the seller |
| Armrests | 4D adjustable | 4D adjustable |
| Lumbar support | Yes | Dynamic |
| Lumbar adjustments | Height, depth | Not listed by the seller |
| Headrest | Yes | Yes |
| Base material | Metal | Aluminum |
| Casters | Rollerblade | Rollerblade |
| Gas lift | Class 4 | Class 4 |
| Weight capacity | 300 lb | 300 lb |
| Chair weight | 43 lb | Not listed by the seller |
| Certifications | BIFMA | BIFMA, SGS |
Amazon.com data updated October 13, 2026, 2:34 pm ET. Price and availability are accurate as of the time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.com at the time of purchase will apply.
Our Verdict
Pick the ELABEST X100 if you want a lumbar you can move in height and depth, backed by a review pool of 1,149 against 15. Pick the Nouhaus if a backrest that locks in 3 positions and SGS on top of BIFMA are the deciding items.
Pick the ELABEST X100 Ergonomic Mesh Office Chair if
- The lumbar adjusts in height and depth.
- Feedback is plentiful: 1,149 reviews, against 15 for the Nouhaus.
Pick the Nouhaus Ergonomic Office Chair with if
- The backrest locks in 3 positions.
- SGS certification is named in addition to BIFMA.
Key Differences
- Lumbar: the ELABEST states height and depth adjustment, and the Nouhaus does not state either.
- Lock positions: the Nouhaus states 3, and the ELABEST does not state a count.
- Ratings: the ELABEST shows 4.7 and the Nouhaus shows 4.
- Certifications: the Nouhaus names BIFMA and SGS, and the ELABEST names BIFMA.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. We have not physically tested these chairs; scores come from manufacturer and Amazon specifications.