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I desperately needed a new office chair.

So when Branch offered me its newErgonomic Chair Proto test out, I was immediately on board.

Branch Ergonomic Chair Pro at an angle

When I say “desperately,” that’s not an exaggeration.

Even if I made sure to take regular breaks for a quick stretch too.

Now though, that pain is gone and it’s all thanks to this chair.

Branch Ergonomic Chair Pro (★★★★)

Trust me, it’s worth it.

This chair is the ultimate office upgrade I’m literally sitting in one writing this.

That improvement, I believe, comes down to the padded lumbar support.

The adjustable lumbar support on the back of the Branch Ergonomic Chair Pro

And it was our biggest knock against the chair in ourBranch Ergonomic Chair Pro review.

The headrest is a waste of money.

Don’t get me wrong, it looks great.

A closeup shot of the headrest on the Branch Ergonomic Chair Pro

And it has vertical and angular adjustments to get it to just the right angle.

For most people though, I think you’ll find that it’s money you’re better off saving.

Even on sale, $424 is a lot to spend on a chair.

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you’ve got the option to always add it later if you change your mind.

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