Boulies Aura Chair Review

The Boulies Aura enters the competitive office chair market with a £270 price tag, promising a blend of clean, modern design and ergonomic comfort. Featuring a highly adjustable frame, cold-cured foam, and breathable fabric, it looks like a solid ergonomic investment on paper. But does this extensive list of adjustments actually translate into a comfortable, supportive experience for long hours of work and gaming?

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
01:24 Size and fit
02:11 Assembly process
02:46 Adjustment settings
03:27 Arm rests and back lock
05:29 Overall comfort
06:44 Areas for improvement…
08:01 Two other considerations
09:36 Closing thoughts

Specifications:

• Upholstery: Boulies NUO Breathable Fabric.
• Seat Cushion: Upgraded Cold-Cured Foam.
• Adjustability: Seat height (46-56cm), seat depth (49.5-54cm), backrest height (71-77.5cm), and lumbar support.
• Armrests: 3D adjustable (height (64-81.5cm), depth, and angle).
• Recline: 3-level multi-tilt mechanism (95°, 113°, 135°).
• Hydraulics & Base: Class 4 Gas Lift with Heavy-duty Engineering Plastic Base.
• Casters: 6cm PU casters.

Closing Thoughts

The Boulies Aura is a highly competent office chair that excels in its sheer level of adjustability. Being able to tweak the seat depth, backrest height, lumbar support, and armrests makes it incredibly easy to dial in a customized fit for long productivity or gaming sessions. The plush cold-cured foam and breathable fabric make it a comfortable place to sit, and the remarkably easy 20-minute solo assembly process is a massive bonus for anyone dreading flat-pack furniture.

However, it is not without a few quirks. Smaller users (under 1.75m) may find the seat depth a bit too long even on the shortest setting, and the armrests do not naturally go low enough for competitive gamers who like to sit flush against their desk—though reversing the armrests works as a clever, easy workaround. Add in some minor plastic-on-plastic creaking during adjustments and a black fabric that acts as a magnet for pet hair, and it loses a tiny bit of its premium luster. Overall, if the £270 price fits your budget and you need a highly customizable ergonomic chair, the Aura is a very solid choice that is built to last.

You can buy the Boulies Aura for £269.99 HERE.

Pros:

• Good amount of ergonomic adjustability (seat depth, lumbar, backrest).
• Very comfortable cold-cured foam seat for long sessions.
• Quick and easy solo assembly (under 20 minutes).
• Highly repairable and customizable (armrests can be easily unscrewed and reversed if you want them lower and further back).

Cons:

• Minimum seat depth might be slightly too long for users under 1.75m.
• Minor plastic creaks make the adjustment mechanisms feel less premium.
• Black fabric is an absolute magnet for pet hair.
• Seat foam can get a bit warm in rooms over 25°C.

KitGuru says: The Boulies Aura offers an impressive suite of ergonomic adjustments and genuine all-day comfort, making it a strong contender for any home office or gaming setup.

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