Varier Move Tilting Saddle Stool

Name: Varier Move Tilting Saddle Stool
Rating: 5.00 (10 reviews)

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Varier Move Stool: Tilting Saddle Stool For Active Sitting

The Varier Move stool is a height-adjustable active sitting stool designed by Per Øie in 1985. Massage Chairs & More sells it for $579, our store price as of November 2026.

The seat sits on a gas lift and a convex wooden base that tilts in any direction as you shift your weight. It adjusts from 56 to 82 cm (about 22 to 32.25 in), so it suits standing desks, counters, and drafting tables of about 80–105 cm. We list it as a saddle stool, but Varier describes its Ø 43 cm sculpted foam seat as rounded.

Price	$579.00
Financing	Affirm financing available
Warranty	Varier warranty: 10 years on wooden and polypropylene parts, 5 years on mechanical parts such as the gas lift, and 5 years on upholstery seams, for chairs registered with Varier
Use Cases	Office, Kitchen, Height-Adjustable Desks
Height Range	22" – 32.25" (56–82 cm), standard gas lift
Seat	Rounded sculpted foam seat, Ø 43 cm (about 16.9 in)
Base	Convex beech plywood base with ash veneer, Ø 40 cm (about 15.7 in); tilts 360°
Desk Height	Work surfaces of about 80–105 cm (about 31.5–41.3 in)
User Height	150–205 cm (about 4 ft 11 in to 6 ft 8 in)
Weight Limit	Tested for users up to 110 kg (about 242 lb)
Shipping Weight	7.2 kg including packaging (about 15.9 lb)
Designer	Per Øie (1985); designed in Norway, made in Poland
Price Protection	6-Month Price Protection. Terms apply. See details.
HSA or FSA	Listed as HSA/FSA eligible with a Letter of Medical Necessity; check your plan first. See our HSA, FSA, and financing guide.

Varier Move Reviews

“I use it with my standing desk. It’s the perfect ‘perch’ that keeps me moving without feeling the fatigue of standing all day.” — Sarah M., San Francisco, CA

“The saddle seat is a game changer. My hips feel open and my lower back pain has practically vanished.” — James L., Austin, TX

“I bought this for my art studio. The 360-degree range of motion lets me reach everything without getting up.” — Maya R., New York, NY

“It looks like a piece of modern art, but it’s actually the most functional chair in my house.” — Robert H., Seattle, WA

Is The Varier Move Stool Right For Your Desk?

It fits standing desks, counters, and drafting tables of about 80–105 cm, for users 150–205 cm tall and up to 110 kg (about 242 lb). For a standard 71–76 cm desk, Varier points to a lower stool, so the Variable Balans kneeling chair is the closer fit in our store.

You Use A Standing Desk

Standing all day can feel as tiring as sitting all day. The Varier Move acts as a Standing Support, allowing you to lean and perch between sitting and standing. Its convex base tilts as you shift, so you keep finding your balance through subtle movement. Outcome: you can switch between standing and perching without leaving the desk.

You Want A Seat That Moves With You

A traditional office chair holds you in one position. The Active Sitting design of the Move stool tilts with you, so you balance actively instead of sitting still. For those who prefer a kneeling posture, the Variable™ Balans is another excellent alternative. Outcome: a seat that keeps you moving through the workday.

You Need Versatility Across Your Home

Whether you are at a kitchen island, a drafting table, or a computer desk, the Move adapts. Its height-adjustable gas lift and light weight (7.2 kg including packaging) make it easy to move between rooms. At perching height, your hips sit higher than your knees, which opens the hip angle. Outcome: one solution for every elevated surface in your life.

Key Features

360-Degree Movement: Pivot and tilt in any direction with total freedom.
Rounded Seat: A Ø 43 cm sculpted foam seat; Varier calls it rounded rather than saddle-shaped.
Convex Wooden Base: Follows your body's center of gravity to keep you balanced.
Step-less Height Adjustment: A gas lift moves the seat from 56 to 82 cm (about 22 to 32.25 in).
Compact & Lightweight: A Ø 40 cm base and 7.2 kg including packaging, so it is easy to move.
Craftsmanship: Hand-sanded beech plywood with an ash veneer and water-based lacquer; designed in Norway, made in Poland.

Built For Micro-Movements

The Varier Move is designed for "micro-movements"—small shifts in position as the convex base tilts under you. Dynamic seating keeps you moving during work; that is the idea behind active seats and active chairs like the Move. If you also want a place to unwind after work, compare a massage chair like the Panasonic MAN1 Massage Chair or the D Core 2 Massage Chair in our showrooms.

Quick Spec Snapshot

Feature	Benefit For You
Base Shape	Tilts to follow your posture, keeping you active
Rounded Seat	Ø 43 cm sculpted foam seat for perching
Gas Lift System	Seat height from 56 to 82 cm for desks and counters of about 80–105 cm
Related Ergonomic Solution	Try the Variable Balans kneeling chair for standard-height desks

What You’ll Feel in Your First 5 Minutes

A sense of freedom as you realize you can lean in any direction.
Your pelvis tilting forward as you perch.
Your feet staying planted on the floor while you perch between sitting and standing.
An urge to "rock" or move as the base responds to you.

What Showroom Visitors Say on Google

Selected 5-star Google reviews from our Bay Area and Roseville showrooms, quoted as written ("…" marks shortened text). Google ratings as of November 2026: Santa Clara 4.9 (354 reviews), Pleasanton 4.9 (135), Daly City 4.7 (43), Roseville 4.5 (21).

★★★★★ “The store is welcoming, peaceful, with a lovely fountain and zen garden arrangement to draw you in. The ergonomic chairs draw your eye in first and they are extremely well designed and comfortable in a surprising way.” — Natalya M., Google review, Santa Clara showroom

★★★★★ “Matt … was very knowledgeable and patiently explained the different features of each model. He welcomed me to try multiple chairs and never pressured me to make a purchase. I wasn’t ready to buy a massage chair yet, but I became interested in the ergonomic Varier chair.” — Su C., Google review, Santa Clara showroom

★★★★★ “We stopped by this store and Henry showed my husband and I multiple chairs and allowed us to experience the differences in each chair, answering all of our questions. For a sales person he was professional and pleasant without being pushy.” — Ann L., Google review, Pleasanton showroom

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Move’s seat comfortable for long hours? Comfort is personal, so try it first. Varier describes the seat as rounded sculpted foam, and the Move is designed for perching and moving, so plan to alternate it with standing.

Is the Varier Move a saddle stool? We list it as a tilting saddle stool, but Varier describes the seat as rounded. The Ø 43 cm sculpted foam seat sits on a gas lift and a base that tilts in any direction.

What is the Varier Move seat height range? The seat adjusts from 56 to 82 cm (about 22 to 32.25 in) with a high-pressure gas lift. Varier designed it for work surfaces of about 80–105 cm (about 31.5–41.3 in).

What warranty comes with the Varier Move? Varier gives a 10-year warranty on wooden and polypropylene parts for chairs registered with Varier. Mechanical parts such as the gas lift, and upholstery seams, are covered for 5 years.

Where can I try the Varier Move? Massage Chairs & More has showrooms in Santa Clara, Pleasanton, Daly City, and Roseville. Call ahead to confirm floor models, then try the Move at a counter or standing-desk height.

Can I use the Varier Move on wood floors? Yes, but ask us about floor protection first. The convex wooden base tilts in any direction as you shift your weight, so check how it sits on delicate wood floors before you buy.

What is the maximum weight capacity? Varier tests the Move for users up to 110 kg (about 242 lb) and recommends it for users from 150 to 205 cm tall (about 4 ft 11 in to 6 ft 8 in).

Can I use it at a standard dining table? Not usually. The Move is designed for "perching" at work surfaces of about 80–105 cm. For standard 71–76 cm tables, Varier recommends its lower Move Compact, and our Variable Balans kneeling chair is another option.

Is it easy to assemble? Yes. It has three main parts: the base, the gas lift, and the seat, and it ships in one box (7.2 kg including packaging). Ask us if you would like help at pickup or delivery.

Last updated: October 28, 2026.

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I bought the Move because I needed more movement built into my workday, not another static ergonomic product. It ended up being one of the smartest purchases I’ve made for both posture and focus.

I wanted something dynamic enough for creative work without feeling unstable. The Move feels alive, but still controlled, which is exactly the balance I was looking for.

My lower back gets tired when I alternate badly between sitting and standing. This stool gave me a much better middle ground and made my standing desk setup finally make sense.

I wanted an ergonomic stool that still looked beautiful in the room. The Move has that clean Scandinavian quality, but the real value is how easy it is to keep moving throughout the day.

I often slump in regular stools, especially during shorter work bursts. The convex base keeps me making small balance corrections, and that alone changes how alert I feel.

I needed one piece that could move between my desk and kitchen island. The lightweight frame and easy height adjustment made that much more realistic than I expected.

My problem was standing fatigue rather than sitting pain. The Move acts like the perfect in-between — enough support to rest, but still active enough to keep my body awake.

I wanted something for my studio that would let me reach, rotate, and keep moving. The 360-degree freedom is the reason this stool works so well for me day to day.

My hips get tight in traditional office chairs. The saddle seat on the Move opened that whole area up and kept my spine more naturally upright.

I use a standing desk, but pure standing all day leaves me drained. The Varier Move solved that because it lets me perch and stay mobile without collapsing back into static sitting.