I am closer to 5'9, will this be able to support my back while sitting on the ground? I will be using a laptop while seated on the ground for hours.
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I feel pretty confident it will work but I would get the dimension from the bottom of the chair (ground) to the top of back of the chair just so you know where it will hit your back. Make sense? If you are young enough to sit on the ground for long periods of time it should work.
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Perhaps with a standard laptop, mine is a 17" and requires the use of the extender pads to support it. Usually the extender pads are for other purposes. The height is adjustable, and as you make it lower it becomes even more sturdy. I have it on the maximum height setting and it doesn't wobble. I use the space underneath for and external hard drive, remote controls, etc. I hope this helps.
2202302
Yes but your expectations for "back as far upright as possible" and "front tilted down" may or may not be met. Guessing that with the seat tilted down as far as possible the back is still less than a 90 degree "as far upright as possible" position however it's comfortable and does keep the pressure off the back of legs if that's what you are looking for. My disappointment with this chair is the lack of height...anyone over about 5'6" may not find this chair's max height adequate.
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When placed on a desk with the legs deployed in a 'Z' configuration it is quite solid unless one would lean heavily on it. I'm 5'4" and I could easily type on the laptop standing up by the desk. The stand could be raised quite a few inches higher for someone taller and still remain fairly solid. I've uploaded a photo showing my installation over my Logitech Momo sim racing wheel.
1837645
Yes my 17in laptop goes on it. It is a little wiggly but it works. I did not try propping it up yet.
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Not really. It's not tall enough; also, when you extend it all the way to full height it's not very sturdy. This product is best used for sitting on the bed or reclining while working with the laptop. For a standing desk, I suggest going with another product.
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Yes. I'm about the same height and slightly heavier than you are, and I've had no problems whatsover with the chair supporting me. The only thing I would caution you about is that the edges of the chair's metal base, right where the casters are plugged into it, are viciously sharp and should be wrapped in something to protect against cutting your heels.
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I bought this chair for my husband to use at work for better back support. I'm about 5'6 and I would say that it's good for head support but you would have to lay back on it because it bends backwards. You could definitely put a support pillow on it for your neck though. It's a great chair!
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I'm about 6' tall and I use the extender that came with it. The product website (http://fitdesk.net/fitdesk-2-0/) says it is suited for people 4' 10" to 6' and up with the extender. I find it comfortable to use while working on my laptop.
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I sort of agree with all the other posts here from Nov 2013. I'm approx 5'6 and have the backrest adjusted for the lumbar fairly low that fits my comfort. When I tilt my head back it rests on the top of the plastic rim/edge of the backrest. So this is not a head support that is comfortable. If I raise the backrest a little higher (giving up optimum lumbar for MY body), then I have a little more of the backrest to use for my head. If a headrest is a major criteria for your purchase, you could raise the backrest higher up to have more to rest on. If ultimate lumbar and headrest are a criteria, then I would look for a chair with a taller backrest or a headrest attachment. I sort of agree with all the other posts here from Nov 2013. I'm approx 5'6 and have the backrest adjusted for the lumbar fairly low that fits my comfort. When I tilt my head back it rests on the top of the plastic rim/edge of the backrest. So this is not a head support that is comfortable. If I raise the backrest a little higher (giving up optimum lumbar for MY body), then I have a little more of the backrest to use for my head. If a headrest is a major criteria for your purchase, you could raise the backrest higher up to have more to rest on. If ultimate lumbar and headrest are a... » Read More I sort of agree with all the other posts here from Nov 2013. I'm approx 5'6 and have the backrest adjusted for the lumbar fairly low that fits my comfort. When I tilt my head back it rests on the top of the plastic rim/edge of the backrest. So this is not a head support that is comfortable. If I raise the backrest a little higher (giving up optimum lumbar for MY body), then I have a little more of the backrest to use for my head. If a headrest is a major criteria for your purchase, you could raise the backrest higher up to have more to rest on. If ultimate lumbar and headrest are a criteria, then I would look for a chair with a taller backrest or a headrest attachment. « Show Less
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I am only 5'5" and it is fine on my back for the most part. Sometimes I use a lumbar pillow though bc of the curve in the back is a little higher than where i need it to be. It is probably built for a taller person. The good thing is the back is totally adjustable to any position, including the arms. They go up, down, foward and back.It is a very comfy chair
814515
I am 5' 8" and let's just say I am about what you weigh. Being that you have a few inches height on me you might find it more comfortable than I have. The back pushes you forward some and I find myself "fighting" with it. In all honesty when I have to replace this chair I will not be buying another like it. I need a straight back situation but this is too forward. I hope this helped.
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With the legs fully extended it will raise your laptop 13 inches. I would get out a ruler and see if 13 inches from your current desk top will raise it high enough...probably not without you slouching. And yes it is flimsy. I only use it while laying in bed, for that it works fine.
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I almost 5'4 and I use this chair at work on a part time basis so far working fine for me, it's only been a month since I purchased. However I have thought about getting a little pillow to put behind my back for more arch support, which I don't mind doing since it will add some decoration to the office.
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Sorry it took a while for me to give this answer; I believe it will accomodate you. I'm 5'9" and I have it at the shortest setting. There is 10 inches more until the tallest setting. Hope this helps
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I am the same height as you are, and my feet touch the ground with no problem. This is a great chair for the money!
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It would be a little awkward on the lap/legs but still doable. As the back section is raised by nearly 3", the laptop on your legs would finish up fairly level to the ground.