La-Z-Boy’s Manager chair sits in the brand’s office seating range, aiming at the same comfort focused space as padded executive chairs from the likes of Staples and IKEA. Expect a generously cushioned feel and a more lounge like posture than the slim mesh task chairs often used for hot desking. Flip up arms are the headline here, useful if you want to slide closer to a desk, tuck the chair in neatly, or play guitar without armrests getting in the way.

Who is this chair for?

If you spend long stretches at a computer and prefer softer support, this style suits home offices and study corners. The manager format tends to prioritise back and seat padding over maximum airflow, so it can feel warmer in summer than mesh alternatives. It also looks more “executive” than minimalist task chairs, which may or may not suit your room.

• Flip up arms: more freedom of movement, easier under desk storage.
• High back, padded build: better for relaxed sitting, less for very upright posture.