Last updated: January 15th, 2026
ErgoTune has recently launched the Joobie alongside the battle-tested winner of our “best ergonomic office chair” award, the Supreme V3. It will set you back the same amount of dough (just over $700) while offering a few new features.
Are the features enough to dethrone the Supreme from its #1 spot?
And is the Joobie the new best mid-range ergonomic office chair in Australia? I test-drove one for a couple of weeks to find out.
Specifications.
➤ Load Capacity: 130kg
➤ Seat Pan Height Range: 47-60cm
➤ Max Recline Angle: 136 degrees
➤ Mechanism: Synchro-Tilt
➤ User Height Limits: 140 cm and above
➤ Tilt Lock: Yes
➤ Lumbar Support: Depth and height
➤ Base: Nylon
➤ Weight: 28.9 kg
➤ Warranty: 6/5 or 4/3 years
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6 Things I Love About The ErgoTune Joobie.
Spending over $700 on a home office chair is a big decision for most WFH young professionals. Here’s why the Joobie is worth it.
1. Adjusts To Any Body Shape.
Above: The ErgoTune Joobie’s waterfall-shaped seat pan and generously-sized lumbar support.
Joobie’s 15 points of adjustment allow you to adjust the chair to your body instead of adjusting the body to your chair.
The Supreme offered “only” 11 points and was already one of the most adjustable office chairs on the Australian market. The new additions are:
- Lumbar tension and height adjust independently of the backrest.
- VerteSync recline extends your recline position.
- Footrest (a $50 optional feature) is great for lounging in your chair.
How do the new features stack up? It’s a mixed bag:
The first is excellent.
The second is entirely useless (more about it shortly).
The third is great – but only if you enjoy binge-watching Netflix and napping in your home office.
Above: The Joobie in Sand Beige colour looks sleek, modern and minimalist.
You can also expect all the usual accoutrements that helped the ErgoTune Supreme earn the #1 spot in our “best ergonomic office chairs” roundup:
- Seat pan height and depth adjustment.
- Backrest height and lockable recline with tension adjustment.
- Lumbar with height and depth adjustment.
- Headrest with height, depth and swivel adjustment.
- Armrests with height, reach and angle adjustment. Curiously, while Supreme’s armrests swivel 270 degrees and offer a width adjustment, Joobie’s armrests manage 360 degrees but miss out on the width adjustment.
Expert Tip.
The absence of armrest width adjustment is surprising but isn’t a dealbreaker. The oversized, wide arm pads provide a de facto width adjustment capability. You can place your forearm on the part of the arm pad you find most comfortable.
Important!
ErgoTune allows you to choose Small, Medium and Large chairs at checkout. This feature changes the chair’s gas piston height and is excellent for tailoring the chair to extra tall or extra short people.
2. Strong (But Comfortable) Lumbar Support.
Above: The lumbar pad is separate from the backrest.
Are you a sloucher? The Joobie’s lumbar will do a great job of keeping you upright.
On first impression, it’s very prominent – almost too firm. You can always feel it pressing into your back, and my initial concern was that it would become annoying.
To my relief, I got used to it just after one afternoon in the driver’s seat.
Compared with the Supreme, the height adjusts independently of the backrest, so you can target the pressure exactly where you need it.
Depth control, meanwhile, has two settings – strong and stronger.
Neither is uncomfortable, but it’s not the chair for you if you like your lumbar flaccid and borderline nonexistent.
3. Classy Ergonomic Design.
Above: Side profile view reminds me of the Herman Miller Embody.
Let’s call a spade a spade. Ergonomic chairs are never beautiful. Most are ugly. But some are more attractive than others.
The Joobie’s aesthetic is definitely on the “pretty” end of the scale.
If you asked me to coin a term for it, I’d name it “upmarket ergonomic”.
I can see it appealing mainly to the 25 to 35-year-old male demographic.
Controls are minimalist, stylish and unobtrusive. Everything is controlled via levers – except recline tension. This creates a very tidy look, one that makes the Supreme’s knobs look like yesterday’s technology.
I decided to order my Joobie in “Sand Beige”, leaving the comfort zone of black. Whilst it’s not the most exciting colour, it works well if you’re aiming for a home office with a neutral colour palette.
As you can see in the photos, it also compliments the brushed aluminium look of Apple products, like my Studio Display and laptop.
Expert Tip.
I’ve also owned a Charcoal Black and a Coral Red Ergotune Supreme. The Sand Beige is my favourite ErgoTune colour so far – but it has one major issue (see below).
4. Solid Build Quality.
Above: All-mesh construction offers plenty of ventilation but is vulnerable to stains.
Joobie’s build quality is what you’d expect at this price.
Solid injection-moulded plastics are everywhere, including the base. The chair feels sturdy and expensive to the touch. Nothing squeaks, rattles or feels like it’s about to break or fall off.
Mechanisms are reassuringly made from metal – not plastic.
Unlike some budget office chairs, the chair doesn’t give me any reasons to think it’d fall apart within a couple of years.
My only concern is the longevity of Joobie’s fabric-infused mesh. While it’s very comfortable (see below), I do wonder whether it will begin to fray after a few years of heavy-duty use.
Important!
The mesh on my Supreme is still going strong after 3 years. However, I’m not a heavy user, as I only sit in my office chair for 2-3 hours each day (and stand behind my standing desk for the rest). I’ll provide an update in a year or two.
5. Feels Damn Nice To Sit In.
Above: The headrest is surprisingly useful, and adjusts for height, reach and tilt.
ErgoTune’s fabric mesh feels amazing on the skin. Only the (more expensive) Sihoo Doro S300 and ErgoTune Vesby beat it – by a slight margin.
Hot climate dwellers will appreciate the Joobie’s all-mesh construction.
It offers plenty of ventilation across your back and nether regions, whisking heat away from your body, keeping your temperature low and your sperm count high.
I like to lock the Joobie in the most upright setting, which feels quite commanding and “proper”. I don’t ride horses, but I imagine that’s what sitting on one would feel like.
Unlock the recline, and the Joobie will let you lounge back. I love that the recline locks in any spot and feels nice all the way down. It’s exactly the same as Supreme’s recline.
Expert Tip.
If you’re an office chair nerd, consider it a mix between an HM Aeron and a Steelcase Leap. You won’t feel like as much of a boss as you would in the former, but you will be more comfortable than in the latter.
Last but not least, the Joobie’s backrest will flex with your body to facilitate movement whereas the seat will not.
This hybrid approach, is – again – a fusion of Aeron and Leap philosophies.
It doesn’t shoehorn you into a specific position. Yet, it’s also opinionated about what that “ideal” position should look like, and doesn’t allow you to deviate far from it.
6. Pretty Good Warranty.
Above: The Lumbar depth mechanism offers two settings. Here it is in the open, “firmer” position.
Here’s how office chair warranties stack up:
- 10-12 years: luxury / premium brands that cost $1,500-$3,000
- 1-3 years: cheap / budget brands that cost $100-$500.
Joobie slots neatly in the middle, offering 4 and 3-year coverage on the chair’s frame and mechanisms respectively.
Expert Tip.
ErgoTune will extend the periods to 6 and 5 years if you share a photo or video review of the chair on social media.
That’s pretty good for a mid-range home office chair. Ten years would make me feel more comfortable, but I’m willing to bet that you’ll get bored of the Joobie long before you break it.
3 Things I Hate About The ErgoTune Joobie.
The Joobie has failed to rectify some issues that plagued its predecessor, the ErgoTune Supreme. It also introduced a weird new feature that’s more of a bug.
1. Light Coloured Mesh Will Stain Easily.
Above: Good luck trying to remove grease and coffee stains from this mesh.
Deviate from standard Charcoal Black colour mesh at your own peril.
While the beige, green, grey, red and blue colours add a welcome splash of funk, they will pick up and show stains.
I accidentally dropped a sandwich on my Coral Red Supreme a couple of years back, and it never fully recovered.
2. Armpads Are Still Mediocre.
Above: Arm pads are larger than the Supreme’s but are made from harder plastic.
I criticised the Supreme’s average armrests.
The Joobie’s armrests are equally “meh”.
The generous armpad width offers a workaround (just place your forearms where you want them), but it’s still a surprise to see ErgoTune delete an adjustment most users would view as essential.
I like to lean on my elbows while I think, and it stops feeling comfortable after about 10 minutes.
That said, the armpads feel perfectly fine if you simply use them as forearm support while tasking.
3. VerteSync Is A Gimmick.
I tried to like it.
I really did.
I still think it’s useless.
For context, VerteSync unlocks an additional hinge on the backrest, allowing you to recline by about 10 degrees without changing your seat pan angle.
Unfortunately, the movement feels notchy, and I don’t see what it achieves that the standard recline doesn’t.
Functionality-wise it achieves very little, but from a marketing point of view it helps the company pitch the Joobie as a successor to the Supreme.
How The ErgoTune Joobie Scored.
The Joobie has no deal-breakers, scoring high across all categories. If you want a comfortable ergonomic office chair for less than $800, this is a great pick.
| Ergonomics | 5/5 |
| Comfort | 4.5/5 |
| Aesthetics | 4.5/5 |
| Build Quality | 4/5 |
| Ease Of Assembly | 5/5 |
| Price | 5/5 |
| Warranty | 5/5 |
| Return Policy | 4/5 |
| OVERALL | 4.6/5 |
Key Takeaways:
The ErgoTune Joobie is:
- The best office chair if your budget is around $700-$800.
- One of my top picks for people with lower back issues due to its strong lumbar support.
My Verdict On The ErgoTune Joobie.
The ErgoTune Joobie office chair is superior to ErgoTune Supreme V3 due to its independent lumbar support adjustment, 3 more colour choices, cleaner adjustment controls and footrest option.
It is the new title holder of my “Best Ergonomic Office Chair In Australia” award.
Steven
Cody says:
Hi,
Do you know 9am HOME standing desks?
I want to know how about their desk.
Steven McConnell says:
Hi Cody, I’ve never seen them before but I took a quick look for you and I’m 90% certain it’s another Jiecang desk. You can tell by the design of the feet and the lowest height (60cm). Desky, Omnidesk, Stand Desk are all pretty much the same.
Cody says:
Which one do you mean? Pesk or Robin series? I am interested in their Robin series, it looks unique and beautiful. I can’t find anyone like it in Desky.
Steven McConnell says:
I was talking about the Pesk Series. Robin series does look attractive and unusual, but I’m usually not a fan of tubular legs as they tend to be more prone to wobble. I can’t say whether this is the case in this instance, as I haven’t physically tested the desk myself. The 10 year warranty is reassuring, however. I wish they offered a risk-free trial to let you test out the legs!
Cody says:
Thank you very much, Steven; I will take your comments into consideration.
Erin says:
Do you know much about Kangadesks? There are Australian as well.
Steven McConnell says:
Hi Erin, its another Jiecang standing desk. Same as Desky, Omni, Stand Desk etc. The design of the feet and 60-125cm height range gives it away. The desk appears to currently be currently on sale for $299, which is an absolute steal and I’m wondering why they’re selling their stock at 1/3 of RRP. Regardless, even if they’re about to go bust, I’d still buy one at that price.
EDIT: Be careful. Fakespot showed these warnings while browsing their website: “Multiple eCommerce scam experiences detected, Poor customer service”
Suzy says:
Hi – given all the desks are so similar, is it possible to mix a desk from one brand with a drawer accessory from another? I don’t like the UpDown desk metal drawer (hangs very low so likely to impede leg space) but don’t mind the Desky one – can these be mixed and matched?
Thank you for the reviews! Super helpful.
Steven McConnell says:
Yes, it’s possible to play switcheroo. But you may want to consider that UpDown design is curved, so it will hurt less if you do jam your thighs into it. Desky’s meanwhile, is quite angular. Pro tip: you can also find a bunch of inexpensive slimline desk drawers on Amazon.
jason says:
I’ve spent far, far too much time agonising over which desk to get haha, definitely more than a week. Very happy that you’ve added the omni-desk to your catalogue. That was the one I was considering the most untill you came you with a review saying that it was more wobbly!
Anyways, do you have an opinion on the new updown desk KLIK Series? Its advertises to be significanlty ligher while having better (on paper) specs
Thanks!
Evelyn says:
Hi Steven, great blog post – thank you! I’m also wondering whether you have any opinion or insights on the new UpDown Desk KLIK series…they come at $100 more expensive (for the same size/table top) but seem to be ‘better’ according to the UpDown website.
Cheers!
Steven McConnell says:
Hi Evelyn, thanks! I will have a full review of the KLIK up around February 2025. It’s not necessarily a better standing desk – but it is lighter, less bulky and promises easier assembly.
Ben Clements says:
Hi. I’m interested to know more about whether I actually could fit the Desky cable management system in the Omnidesk? I’ve had a look at the omnidesks in person at the showroom and it looks like their cable management trays screw on (vs the clip in at the edges of the desk with the Desky tray). The desky system also has the power plugs that snap into place in the tray.
So I’m curious to know if you have you tried it, and if so how did you do it please? Or is your thinking that you’d just buy the power boards and plugs from Desky and rest them in the Omnidesk tray?
I’m stuck, because I prefer the Omnidesks but I really love the idea of a single power lead!
Thanks
Steven McConnell says:
I just had a new Omnidesk delivered to my house. Give me about two weeks to assemble it, test it out and report back.
Sunni says:
Thanks for your very helpful (and funny) review. I used the information to to buy a Desky standing desk in record time – no consumer agonising for weeks, as is my usual practice. It has a pneumatic up/down mechanism, so lets see how that goes.
Steven McConnell says:
Ha! You’re welcome, Sunni. Glad I helped you cut down on the agonising. The pneumatic mechanism is an interest choice – let me know what you think of it?
Amber says:
Hi Steven,
Really great and insightful review. It was refreshing to see something that wasn’t filled with ChatGPT affiliate link garbage!
I’m curious about your opinion on L-shaped standing desks? I know that Desky, UpDown and a few other retailers offer these types of desks and I would assume they are more strong and stable, but I’m not an expert and I can also imagine the opposite being true due to the irregular shape. I’ve been looking at these types of desks because I think their shape suits my space the best. Do you have any knowledge on this or do you only have experience with regular rectangular shaped desks?
Steven McConnell says:
Thanks, Amber. Did you know that I have a L-shaped standing desk review? Search for “arielle best corner standing desks” and you’ll find it.
Melissa says:
Hi Steven great article thank you!
I’ve spent way to much time on this, and I’m now leaning towards the Artiss thanks to your review.
I’m wondering if you have any insight into ergonomic chairs for the home office also?
Steven McConnell says:
Hi Melissa, thanks! The Artiss is a great budget pick. I’ve written numerous ergonomic chair reviews – Google “arielle best ergonomic office chairs” to find them 🙂
tania says:
hey are there any other manual desks apart from the ikea ones you don’t recommend, that you would recommend? I prefer the idea of not needing electricity to move between stand up and sit down but maybe that doesn’t really exist?
Steven McConnell says:
Hey Tania, all of the premium brands (UpDown, Desky, etc) offer a manual crank model. Definitely the way to go if you want to avoid electronics. But TBH I suggest you reconsider. Electronics are very reliable these days – and hand-cranking your standing desk is more annoying than you’d expect.
Adam says:
Hi, do you know much about the UpDown Klik vs Pro system?
Steven McConnell says:
The company has shipped their new Klik standing desk to me yesterday. Stay tuned!
Scott Long says:
You mention in your review of the Up Down Pro that you would get the cable holes and grommets done, but it looks like your (very pretty) Messmate desk doesn’t have them. Is your recommendation a hindsight reflection, or did you choose not to spoil the look of the desk with the grommets? Without the grommets can you can still run the cables behind the desk and into the cable management tray? Cheers!
Steven McConnell says:
Scott, I said in the review that grommets and holes are a great idea, not that I have them. They’re less important if your standing desk faces a wall. But if you have an open-plan style home office like mine, they’ll make your workspace look much cleaner. PS You can still run cables into the tray without the holes and grommets – the cables will simply run behind the desk.
Isaac Jenkinson says:
Hello,
Have you had a chance to try the new UpDown Lyft model? Curious about its stability vs the pro.
Steven McConnell says:
Isaac,
Not yet. On first glance, it looks like a budget alternative to the “big brothers”. It’s probably pretty good (UpDown has a reputation to maintain), but I’m of the opinion that buying cheap means you pay more in the long term. I’d save up another few hundred bucks and get the Pro. You can often get a melamine or bamboo-topped model on sale for around $900.
David says:
This is a great site and will help me decide on which desk to buy. Have you heard any good/bad reviews about the Blacklyte Atlas Lite or Ergo-Rise II from BDO furniture?
Steven McConnell says:
David, thanks for the kind words. Never heard of the Atlas Lite until you mentioned it. Looks like a decent gaming desk that borrows heavily from Secretlab Magnus – but why not just buy a real Magnus instead?
As for the Ergo-Rise – looks like a decent desk, but its height controller is outdated. The best standing desk brands have upgraded to OLED controllers.
Ben says:
Thank you for writing this review Steven; really helpful to break through the BS.
By any chance have you used or hold an opinion on Vertilift desks?
Steven McConnell says:
You’re welcome. God, I haven’t even heard of them – but thanks for the heads-up. There are too many standing desks on the Australian market. Obviously I haven’t used these in person, but I’m almost certain they’re yet another Jiecang variant (i.e., frames are identical to Desky). You can tell by the identical max and min heights, as well as the design of the foot.
Eloise says:
Hey Steven, I was recommended the Alwyn or Octavia (Living Fusion) 140cm sit and stand desks from Temple and Webster which don’t even get a mention in your review. Would you bother with any of their brands ? (I may have dodged a bullet by finding your review!)
Steven McConnell says:
Hi Louise, I haven’t had first-hand experience with the T&W standing desk (must add one to my list!).
However, I had a look through the specs for you.
It doesn’t look too bad, actually – considering the price. If you can’t stretch your budget to ~$950 for an entry-level UpDown or Desky, this could be a good option.
Jordan says:
Hi Steven, Thanks for the review! I am starting out with a home office set up and need a new chair and sit stand desk. I’m a student but I prefer to buy things I know will last, but I don’t have too much experience with sit stand desks. I initially thought to buy the Artiss but have considered buying the Acacia UpDown Pro+ so I know it lasts and I don’t have to buy another desk in a couple of years. Is it worth the price jump for me? Thanks!
Steven McConnell says:
Hi Jordan, the Artiss and the UpDown desks sell at two very different price points. If you have the budget, I suggest you stretch to the UpDown standing desk – you won’t regret it.
jason says:
I know you’ve disqualified the flexispot e7 pro so the e7 max plus would probably also be disqualified, but a quad motor 4 column desk frame at a prices competitive with UpDown desk is incredibly tempting. Plus 15 year warrenty (if the company lasts that long)
Have you had a chance to take a look? Its like half the price of the desky quad!
Steven McConnell says:
Hey Jason, great observation. I haven’t included quad standing desks here because they’ve traditionally attracted a niche consumer – someone who needs to place a tonne of gear on the desktop and doesn’t mind paying 2X the usual price. But Flexispot’s sharp pricing on their quad desk certainly changes things. I haven’t seen one in the wild yet – but the specs look promising.
Steven