It started with a crick in my neck. One of those, “I guess I’m turning 30-something” kinds of cricks that shows up on a random Tuesday and doesn’t leave for three days. It might be my mattress, but first, I knew it was time to break up with my Amazon Basics chair – you know the one. Shiny faux leather (in my case orange), cushion like a pancake, wheels that started sounding like a dying Roomba.
Enter the Mavix M9.
Now, I work from home. Not the kind of WFH where I hop on a call or two and then go “work” on the deck with a cocktail. I mean 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, sometimes longer when projects creep up. I rarely get the chance to stand up despite my watch’s attempt to motivate me to do so. My chair has to be a tool, not a novelty. And after putting the M9 through a few months of all-day sitting, I can safely say it’s the best chair I’ve ever sat in, that is, with a few quirks.
Comfort that doesn’t quit (mostly)
I’m 5’8″ – average height, average build. And the M9 fits me almost perfectly. Mavix designs the M9 intentionally wide (22″), not uncomfortably so, but enough that sometimes I feel like a kid trying to sit in dad’s armchair. The lumbar support, though? Here comes the review cliche – game changer – it presses the lower back without shouting a reminder that it’s there. It cradles my lower back like a supportive friend who also happens to be an orthopedic expert.
This chair would not be as comfortable for me without the FS 360 armrests. I’ve tested most of the Mavix chairs, but none of them with the FS360 rests. These things move like they’ve got a mind of their own — in a good way. Swivel, height, depth, etc. I can dial them in to support my elbows whether I’m typing, tightly white knuckling a controller in Elden Ring, or mindlessly browsing Reddit at 2am (sorry, productivity gurus). Yes, they feel a bit plasticky. Not cheap exactly, just… light. Overall, they’ve held up just fine though, and I don’t doubt they will continue to do so.
Skateboard wheels – a worthwhile add-on
Rolling around in this thing feels more like gliding. The FS wheels — think high-end skateboard — make it feel like I’m floating across the floor. They are stable though, so I know they won’t help me lose my other front tooth like my college skateboarding days. I didn’t realize how much friction my old chair had until I upgraded. Now I can cruise from desk to coffee machine to printer with a smug sense of superiority.
The best add on?
Finally, there’s the Elemax. This is the futuristic part of the M9 — lumbar heating, cooling, and “massage.” I say “massage” in quotes because let’s be honest, it’s really a polite vibration. It’s a nice-to-have, not a need-to-have. The cooling and heating functions are subtle, not spa-grade, but on a long day with back-to-back Zooms, it’s a nice feature to flip on. I just wish the massage had a bit more oomph — currently, it’s more like “someone’s gently tapping you through a hoodie” than “relax your muscles” kind of strength.
Final Thoughts
So, is the Mavix M9 perfect? No. Notice the word add-on sprinkled throughout. The M9 costs a pretty penny alone, and the wheels, armrests, and Elemax only make it more expensive. But does it make my daily work-from-home grind way more bearable? Absolutely. It’s the kind of chair that doesn’t just support your back — it supports your workday.
If you’re shorter or have a smaller frame, be aware: it might feel a tad roomy. However, between the ergonomic design, the all-day comfort, and the customizable features (especially those FS 360 arms), it’s hard not to fall in love a little.
And hey – if nothing else, it finally made me feel like I’m sitting in a chair that respects my time and my spine.
