The benefits of sit-stand working are well-established — and increasingly recognised by employers as best practice. But as more organisations invest in sit-stand desks, a new question often arises:
Do we still need a good ergonomic chair?
Some argue that if you’re regularly switching between sitting and standing — say every 30 minutes — you might be able to get away with a more basic chair. Others lean towards using a perching stool or saddle chair as a way to rest the legs, potentially replacing the traditional office chair altogether.
If you’re fit, healthy, and mindful of your posture and movement habits, these minimalist setups can work very well. In fact, many people find a high perching stool becomes their preferred working position — more stable than standing, more upright than sitting, and excellent for spinal alignment.
But what if standing becomes uncomfortable over time? Or if you need strong back support due to pain, fatigue, or a long-term condition? In these cases, fully standing for long stretches can be tiring, and many users eventually revert to sitting for the majority of their day. Wouldn't it be great if there was a chair that provided great back support and could be used high to perch on too?
Introducing the HÅG SoFi: A Smarter Ergonomic Chair
The HÅG SoFi doesn’t just meet expectations — it exceeds them. It offers everything you'd expect from a Grade A ergonomic chair:
Fully adjustable lumbar and seat controls
Supportive, breathable design
Smooth, intuitive movement that encourages natural shifts in posture
But what sets it apart is its versatility. The SoFi has been designed with the modern, flexible workstation in mind. It transitions beautifully between seated, perching, and high-position working, making it the ideal companion to a sit-stand desk.
With its stable, supportive tilt mechanism, the SoFi can be raised into a high sitting position, allowing you to:
Open up the hip angle
Rest your legs
Maintain a more upright spine
Stay supported without slouching
The high posture feels more like a supported standing position — perfect for those managing back pain or fatigue, or simply looking for more comfort while staying active throughout the day. The image shows this perching position perfectly!
How to Work Smarter with the SoFi
We often recommend the following routine to get the most out of your sit-stand desk and HÅG SoFi combination — especially for users managing musculoskeletal discomfort or chronic fatigue:
- Seated: 20 minutes
- Perching (high sit): 20 minutes
- Standing: 10–20 minutes
- Movement break: Away from the desk
- Repeat throughout the day
This cycle promotes blood flow, reduces stiffness, supports spinal health, and keeps energy levels consistent — without the strain of standing for hours on end.
One Chair, All Positions – Without the Clutter
Choosing the HÅG SoFi means you don’t need to add extra furniture around your desk. No need to purchase a second perching stool or constantly shuffle between chairs. You can achieve three working positions — seated, perching, and standing — with just one beautifully designed ergonomic chair.
SoFi is available with a high and medium high backrest and with the option of a mesh or a fully upholstered backrest.
Sit-Stand + SoFi = The Complete Package
Pairing the HÅG SoFi with a sit-stand desk creates a fully adaptable, movement-friendly workstation that’s built for comfort, posture, and productivity — whatever your work style or physical needs.
Ready to upgrade your setup?
Contact the DSE Team today for expert advice and discounted pricing on individual chairs or full workstation packages — whether you’re equipping 1 desk or 1,000.
How about this for an Offer!
During April 2025 you can purchase a double motor sit-stand desk, with any standard size desktop, for just £100 + vat when you purchase any HÅG SoFi! Contact the DSE team for this offer.
