ErgoChair Pro (2) Honest Review | DON'T BUY UNTIL YOU WATCH THIS!
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- čas přidán 2. 06. 2024
- I, like many of you have seen many of the glowing reviews of the Autonomous ErgoChair 2 (Now the EgoChair Pro). In this video I'd like to share my honest review and talk about Autonomous' Shady Business Strategies
If after watching this video you still are interesting in buying from Autonomous then you can help me out and take a discount: www.autonomous.ai?rid=426a8a
0:00 My ordering experience
1:30 Unboxing, assembly, first impressions
2:33 castors, base
3:03 Height adjustment
3:39 Seat adjustments and wobble
5:12 Chair rock
6:12 Back and Lumbar support
8:19 Arm rests
9:39 Headrest
10:28 My main issue and conclusion
11:35 Unfortunate findings
12:47 Cancelled Kickstarters
13:30 Rebranding Chinese Products
14:47 Deleting 1 Star Reviews
15:45 Perma-Sale
16:02 Final thoughts
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So imagine a small child’s smiling face as he looks to his parents who begin to explain that the lovely fluffy teddy bear with the big beautiful eyes and cute nose is actually stuffed with toxic stuffing and made in a factory using child labour. The child’s smile then turns first to puzzlement and then to a sad pout.
I have been researching new chairs and I had my eye on this one. Ive checked that other guys vid on the three faults and also re-checked the website. On the time of this comment they have 2072 reviews with an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars. And yes, amazingly not one, one star review is listed.
A lot of CZcamsrs use the term ‘Honest’ in their titles however you have to wonder about a minority of them especially given their relationship to the products manufacturer. IMO you’ve given a wholly honest review backed up with good reasoning and explanations.
Thanks for sharing Tech I,
Oh, can you recommend any other ergonomic chairs please
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@@brimstone5931 Sadly, a lot of those same 'honest' YT'ers... are the very ones who aren't properly or fully (some, not at all) disclosing as required... those 'connections' you mention. Any connection to, bias or gain of ANY kind, has to be disclosed in a certain way to protect the consumers who (in #) they should be most appreciative for, transparent with & for whom, without..... those opportunities wouldn't even exist. Anything not 100% paid for out of pocket & having nothing to gain by presenting, promoting or reviewing... has to be made crystal clear to any viewer. That way, we can decide before listening... what weight or bias to place upon the opinions being given. We can be made fully aware of any potential gain, prior to having already clicked away, to purchase. etc, etc. Wish it weren't true that the majority don't fully disclose what they should.... many, because they can & in some instances, will even be paid more to seem 'genuine' & more 'organic' content. smh right?? I'd watch a million 'sponsored' videos or paid promotions of something, noooooo problem whatsoever & willingly... before I want to watch one where I'm being lied to, misled & deceived, for personal gain. Esp considering the viewers/consumers (as mentioned) are the reason any of those opportunities to even get those paid promotions... exist OR... continue to. YT, Google & the FTC/CAP, etc. need to do a MUCH better job imho w/ follow through, holding people accountable & handing out actual, tangible consequences (as their guidelines suggest would happen 'if') It's a joke to the point... why bother even having the rules if you aren't going to do anything about it. They claim protecting consumers (& protects the ones reviewing too, actually) is of utmost importance, blahh blahh.... The past 3 yrs or so, really digging into & looking at a LOT of my fav channels in many genres, I've subscribed to & enjoyed over the past decade.... we'll just say "mind... blowing". The number actually doing what they should, when, where, how.... in the single digits... IF THAT. So disgusted I unsubscribed from most of 'em. Soooo..... unfortunately, most reviews, should be taken w/ grain of salt & without giving benefit of doubt (unfortunately) Wish it were different, but... $$$ talks ... as do freebies & commissions.... even if, at OUR expense. Which, I can never be ok with... goes against integrity big time, imho. ~ Stay safe & be well.
@@mmanda515 I hear you 😐, thanks Manda
Hi - may I ask you how tall you are ? I am 6ft4 and wondering if the chair would fit for me - thank you
@@marc-antoinewicker3091 I am 6'1"
I trust this guy, he has a foil hat at arms reach.
Keeps the mind flayers at bay.
i just come to youtube to see these kind of comments :)
@@blumki we should make it mandatory. Internet will become the best religion!
No. The tin foil hat accessory is mostly associated with out of shape couch potato look-alikes. He is not that.
The first honest review on CZcams “here my referral link but honestly steer clear from this company” 🤷♂️
People are regularly using the link xD If I rack up enough credit I'll order something and give it away.
As a US citizen that is thoroughly fed up with all these corporate con artists, I want to say thank you. I was looking at the Autonomous store page quite a bit and was heavily considering purchasing from them. Not now. Take my like and subscribe.
This chair was fairly easy to put together, the instructions were clear and I was about to follow along with no issues at all. It took me about 20 minutes to assemble. czcams.com/users/postUgkx5hPALGI87E991DRmXev8PUFJGrrRcONS I did stuff the back of the chair with a pillow so it wouldn’t be so hollow after taking all the pieces out but that’s just a personal preference. I also added a pillow for lumbar support because although this is a great chair and is comfortable, it’s not necessarily the best if you’re sitting 10+ hrs a day wfh but in all honesty for the price, I didn’t mind at all. It looks great in my space and easily adjusts the height when needed.
Super appreciate your approach to reviewing this! Seems there's just a whole mess of brands these days marketing products with a "trendy" and cutting-edge design that's really just a thinly veiled cover for shady business practice and poor quality control. The telltale sign is usually the barrage of targeted ads you get immediately after visiting the website- hounding you to make a quick decision before you find an honest review like this one. Again, many thanks!
I subbed to your channel 16 mins in, after showing the one star review deletion. You're fantastic my man, never change and please keep the consumer focused honesty reviews. Cheers!
Thank you so much for being completely honest and digging deep with the research. I'm trying to narrow down ergo chairs and had a few in mind, this being one of them high on the list. I will not be buying this chair now, or if so, from a place that sells it at its actual retail price!
Big props for going the extra mile here, really appreciated this!
Glad it helped. Thanks for the kind words!
Was JUST ABOUT to pull the trigger on this, glad I found this!
Same
What did you get instead & did you like it?
To be honest, I am not sure if I am glad. I am tired of searching for a decent mid ranger ergonomic chair.
EVERY chair in this range seems to have issues. I just can't anymore
Thank you for this REAL and honest review. I was interested in buying this chair. Glad i search for reviews for hours, just to find the reddit post and later watching Gamer Nexus chair review and now your video. I am so dissapointed now about the Autonomous Ergochair 2.
I got this chair back in black friday. I love it as a short dude. Comfortable and sleek and I totally agree on the north/south wobble and the arm rest shift-- I am continuously looking for a way to fix this. After seeing this review and seeing how they handle their company, its left a bad taste in my mouth. I keep the chair but expect me to look else where in the years to come.
Probably best review of this chair on youtube.
Thank you🙏
That’s the type of video I was looking for! Great solid honest review. Thank you very much sir
Wow I enjoyed every minute of this video. You are super underrated. You definitely gave me some very good information that has for sure changed my mind about this chair. Keep up the good work!!!
I appreciate that!
Thanks for the honest review. I bought the desk - frame only. It’s now on its way to the UK. I’ve seen other reviews on the XL top being very wobbly. My plan is to have a top with no more than 140cm. About the chair.... your comments left me undecided. Would love to be able to buy a hummer miller but that is out of my budget. Anyway, thanks a lot for your insightful consumer contribution.
Thank you for your detailed and helpful review! I’m deciding between a few chairs in this class / price range, and you’re review helped me a lot 😊
I'm glad it did. Cheers!
thank you so much for sharing all details and doing detailed groundwork so everyone's time is saved. you are really good :)
One of the most honest review on CZcams.. thank you for helping me decide on which one to buy now :)
Which one did you get? How do you like it??
thanks for the honest thorough review, much appreciated
Thanks for the in depth review. Appreciated your honesty.
Thanks bud! Had this on my list of options and you made it easy to drop that brand from the list.
Thank you for your honest opinion! I'm passing and going to look for another!
everyone talking about how you steered them away from this company ( which is true in my case too), but you gained a sub and i really like your content man!
Very useful, I appreciate the two parts of looking at the chair and then the company itself. I was also considering buying the smart desk / chair combo and after seeing this video here and others, I am less inclined to do so now... cheers mate!
Outstanding commentary! Your presentation has helped much. Instantly, red flags have surfaced regarding legal and ethical issues! Semper Fi
dang, good thing i came up to this videos... was just about to order it, thanks!
I honestly was about to buy 2 of these chairs... Great HONEST review!
Your honesty man 👌. I'm in, you got a new subscriber is me
Great review, thank you Tech.
Great video man! You changed my mind about buying this chair
I appreciate this review. Thanks for the more in depth research.
I liked & subscribed for your intro man🤣 creative!
I'm glad I came by this video before deciding to buy this chair. Looking at their website I cannot find a single product that has a 1-star review. Actually they display a full five stars on every single product, even a simple cable tray. This smells to high heavens and I'm definitely staying away from that.
wow this is really good review because it hits the point you realise once you actually use the chair, not just features it provides which you can just read of the description
the last section was super helpful
Good review thanks for digging deeper then most and being honest
Thanks for watching!
Interesting... Thank you for the heads up! I've heard some muttering about this before. Think I'll steer clear of this.
Was considering a standing desk and found this instead now I'm looking elsewhere. Thanks for the heads-up.
Thank you for this honest and complete review. I feel like I dodged a bullet on this one.
Now just need to find another and less shady one.
Almost placed the order for chair, glad I came across this video. Thanks for sharing your experience with the chair and the company. Wondering if you have recommendations for other ergo chairs?
Was looking for a good chair and desk combo and was almost ready to order. Thanks for writing an honest review and saving me possible headaches!
Make any decisions yet, im in the same boat now
@@jibrilxisreal8037 Sure did. Went for a Herman Miller Aeron classic. Mesh seating and backrest awesome chair.
@@jeroensum_ Nice choice, how do you like it? im still in between figuring it out. So many options, Im hoping to pick a set and try for a black friday deal on either or.
@@jibrilxisreal8037 Mesh seating is something you need to get used to as it is a bit of a stern seat, however after a few weeks I was hooked on the seating, the different settings and the build quality.
I would recommend testing one before buying or getting one for a trial period if possible as they do come with quite a pricetag.
@@jeroensum_ i dont know where I could test one out. I would love to. And yes it is expensive but my at home work has been ramping up and I cant stand the chair im in. Its old and has no adjustments i use a pillow on the seat and back. Im not to concerned about price but I want a chair good for desk work and occasional gaming in front of a tv that has ergonomically sound features and comfort for long periods or short leisure moments.
Great review and thank you for the info.
Hey thanks for watching :)
Thank you for the detailed review - you just saved me from a headache.
Thanks, that was helpful. Appreciate the honesty and sharing the info.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for your honest review. Definitely not got gonna get this one now. A company that delete reviews shows lack of integrity and honesty.
Really great + honest review!
s tier review. thank you for your deep honest and research into the business practices.
I really was considering spending a few thousand dollars on a desk + chair combo from Autonomous, but now I've reconsidered after watching this video. Thank you for sharing.
Your smug look when your review was gone, priceless. Great video, honest and combating the rampant censorship and plagarism plaquing our markets now. Thank you
Yeah, but they're showing 1 star reviews now so something changed or no one spot checked this video at the time.
haha your intro earned you a new subscriber. I appreciate your honesty and humor.
Thanks for the sub!
Thank you for the info! That very same product is being sold here as another brand! So they are also just rebranding an already existing product
Literally every gaming chair comes from the same manufacturer. That's how manufacturing works. However, the quality of components are chosen from the client, they are not the same chairs materially.. only in design.
Great video, really honest thank you man
im glad i saw this. thanks for the heads up! screw shady companies.
Amazing honest review!
that intro sponsorship, was so funny! haha
Wow, this was actually in my final few chairs I was considering purchasing this weekend, really glad I ran across this video. I think I’m just going to bite the bullet and get a Steelcase.
I'm going back and forth myself, how are you liking your purchase?
Same boat here but with an aeron myself 👍🏼
Get the steelcase. this chair is garbage.
@@ubreak13 I went with the Steelcase Series 1. Wanted a Leap or Gesture, but just couldn’t get myself to spend that much knowing that I will eventually get called back into the office 2-3 days per week.
8:55
As someone looking to mount a mouse and keyboard to the chair, that's a deal breaker for me. Thanks for your honest review!!
Best chair review I have seen. . . after watching over 100. . . Pretty much everyone is shilling one way or the other just for the clicks and views. You walk away feeling like you learned absolutely nothing. Not the case here. In fact, you bring the receipts to back up what you say. Well done.
Darn I was literally about to buy this chair before I left for work. But I'm like I'm going to watch 1 more review... glad I did.
Which one you get?
Very helpful. I'm looking for a new chair. Thought about a "gaming chair" but ditched that idea. Now I'm looking for a good office chair.
Same boat, almost pulled trigger on a gaming chair and I’m so glad I didn’t.
Thank you for this review!
Wow! very enlightening! To think a $500CAD chair would have this much issues. Thanks for the informative review
Great review, thanks a lot!
Pretty good review of the chair itself as I'm still looking for one to fit my criteria. I've gone through 5 desk/gaming chairs in the last 2 years at great expense due to mechanical failures. From the piston losing pressure and sinking to the tilt mechanisms failing after only two to three months of use. I'm 6'2" and 320 pounds and have yet to find a decent chair over the last 2 years that actually stands up to everyday use. As far as re-branding is concerned, a lot of companies do it, especially tool companies. From power tools to hand tools that are made in China, many companies use the same manufacturer/factory with their own labels on them. It's pretty rampant across the board from furniture to tools to kitchen appliances etc... Thanks again for the review and I'll keep this chair in mind when I narrow it down to a few. Cheers!
Have you had any luck finding a decent chair?
I'm in the same boat. I'm 6' 1" and 330 lbs. I have a couple chairs that are built like tanks (zero failures) but are quite uncomfortable.
I've added foam and a memory foam pillow on top to make my current chair comfortable enough to sit for a couple hours.
I haven't bought one or sat in one but I've heard good thing about the "HON Wave Mesh Big and Tall Executive Chair" for large individuals.
There is a quite a few glowing review by big and tall individuals.
Thanks man for the review, it really helped me 👍
Glad I could help
I had it in my cart and just decided against it. Thank you for your HONEST review.
Thanks for the best review I´ve ever seen
I hate myself for taking advice from a friend about buying the ErgoChair Pro+. I'm currently 4 days into having my chair. I wanted to return it on day one as my gaming chair was still far more comfortable. Now I'm in the middle of a huge battle with Autonomous trying to get a refund. So far the only thing they are offering is me keeping the chair I have while sending me a brand new one. I don't see a replacement fixing the issues with comfort. A really shady company that I would 10/10 stay clear from.
Haven't tried that one myself. Good to hear some feedback about it. Goodluck.
Thanks a lot for this honest review
Man thank you so much for this review, the research, the explanations etc very qualitative. I was considering switching from my HMxLogitech Embody to this. Nope
Great Review. Thanks!
Thanks for this review!
Thank you for your honesty
I bought the chair back in October, and it took me a long time to get used to the seat cushion. Had you posted your review earlier I might have looked somewhere else. But in all honesty, whenever you search ergonomic chairs on the internet, autonomous always come up and it is cheaper than most other brands, even in Canada. I'm still waiting for their smart desk to come in next month to complete the overhaul of my home office, I pray it will be worth the money
The smuggery at 15:36, I love it.🤣
Thank you for your research. I really do appreciate it.
Very good review, thanks for sharing
Helpful review, im happy I saw this because ive changed my purchase based off of this! Thanks mate
what did you end up buying?
@@floki6548 Ergohuman v2, Similar name, different chair all together
If you’d like the armrests further back all the time you can take off the whole armrest and switch the left and right side. It’s useful if your desk hits the armrests or you only want an elbow rest.
That's a useful trick I may try this! Thanks!
This video convinced me this brand was a no go and saved me from buying it. Thank you for all the information!
You are amazing. Just love your review. I still have this packed, I better return it
When I was looking for a chair back in June, I considered this one but quickly decided against it. I also came across mentions of it being rebranded and like you, was dubious about there being zero 1-star reviews on their website.
As a general rule I never pay attention to the reviews for a product on the manufacturer/marketers website, for this exact reason.
What have you bought then ? Please give us ideas !
Great video, you have to wonder how many other products/companies are doing the same thing!
I was about to purchase this exact chair, good thing I came across your review. lol. Saved me a lot of headache. Now back to finding another ergonomic chair. If you have a suggestion please let me know. Thanks
Have you found a good alternative?
@@XoXoZaziiJonaslover hi.. I got the Steelcase Leap V2 and a Herman Miller Aeron, but I liked the Leap more its very very comfortable.
You just saved me hundreds of dollars. Thank you!!
Smart, honest, fair, great review.. You nailed it bro. By the way I do not have a problem with their pricing and marketing strategy but that censoring the 1 stars thing is simply disgusting. I would never buy from such company.
(My first ever comment in YT)
Thanks for using the first comment on my video.
Cheers.
Amazing review. Thank you
Glad you liked it!
Informative vid, thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Legend. You just saved me spending a lot of ££ with these. Cheers :)
Glad I could help!
Looking for a quality office chair and this info helped me out a lot. Thanks.
Nice research, changed my mind
I wish I came across this video before I made the purchase. Now I'm in the process of returning. Hopefully, the return process will be smooth
Good review, thanks. Will continue my endless search for a good chair that doesn't cost $800+.
Do you think $400 would be a good price for the chair? Its $380 on amazon as of now
Great honest review! Do you have any recommendations for trustworthy alternatives?
Currently in the market for a new chair and this made me pass on them. I'll probably pick one up the HON Boda Series from costco due to their excellent return policy. If your still on the market for an adjustable desk I'd recommend getting one from Monoprice (which if you look at it closely its the same base as the auto) or the Seville desk from Costco which also same manufacture as uplift. If you go monoprice you can do your own top out of wood/ go home depot or lowes and it will look way more expensive.
good review, and yeah, the "rebranding" practice is definitely quite standard in any industry. Of course now, with the internet, and some research, we get to find it more often, than in early days... but I still remember when I bought a DVD player / HDD Recorder in 2005-06?, that I paid for it $130 USD. in Alibaba... and about half a year later, the same product was on every store rebranded as SONY and at a premium price (4 times what I paid for it). I did contact Sony, and they told me that while they have "the patent" for the model, their manufacturer has some sort of rights of selling them also (but in other markets). So technically, I buying it from the "Chinese manufacturer" is an exception. Also, they told me that they offer a warranty, and whatnot, that I might not have with my device as the Alibaba store (the manufacturer itself), wouldn't offer me.
Oh well... I did enjoy a great device for a quarter of it's price :)
I use their office table, it’s well constructed and stable. Like most products, you can’t know how it fits your likings till you try them for your self.
Thank you for your honest review and proof. I can keep my money.
Great review! Thanks for calling that shady shit out too!
I almost bought one of these. Thanks for the review!
I just wish I knew where else to look for $400 range chair that's no frills, but solid, comfy. Just your Honda Accord of chairs.
That would make a good slogan "The Honda Accord of chairs"
Maybe the Laura Bowery chair for 300$