SONGMICS Office Swivel Chair (PU OBG51BUK) with 76 cm high back and flip-up armrests
Product description
The essentials
If you spend hours at a desk, a decent swivel chair can make the difference between “fine for now” and feeling properly supported. This SONGMICS office swivel chair (PU OBG51BUK) is positioned as a comfort-led option for everyday work as well as longer gaming sessions, with a high back, a contoured seat and armrests that can be flipped up when you want a bit more freedom or easier access around the desk.
On paper, it hits the basics people usually look for: it’s built for upright working posture with a curved backrest and a seat designed to sit snugly, and it offers practical adjustments rather than just a fixed height. It also uses PU upholstery and high-density foam, so you get a soft feel without the seat going flat quickly.
Key features that affect day-to-day comfort
The 76 cm high back is the standout here. It’s designed to help you keep your back in a better position, especially if you tend to slouch when you’re concentrating. The seat is contoured, the backrest is curved, and the armrests use a waterfall-style shape that should feel more natural under your forearms.
There’s also an adjust-to-your-ideal-position approach. You can move the seat up or down by 10 cm to set your viewing angle, which is handy if your desk height or monitor position isn’t perfectly aligned. The reclining position is adjustable between 90–110°, so you can lean back a bit without feeling like you’re going fully reclined.
And for multitasking, the chair supports a 360° swivel. It’s one of those features you notice immediately in real use—turning from keyboard to paperwork or to a second screen is smoother than with a non-swivelling chair.
What you’ll notice with the flip-up armrests and castors
Flip-up armrests are a small detail that can matter more than expected. If you like getting closer to your desk, sliding the chair in tight, or you just prefer less obstruction when standing up or moving around, they’re a genuine convenience. It’s also useful when you share a space or need easier access around the chair.
The safety castors add another practical layer. They roll freely when you’re seated, but use a pressure-sensitive brake mechanism to keep the chair in place when you stand up. That’s the kind of “everyday safety” feature that reduces the annoying moments when a chair scoots away while you’re stepping out.
Tech specs
- Height: 76 cm high back
- Seat height adjustment: 10 cm (up or down)
- Recline range: 90–110°
- Swivel: 360°
Where it shines, and where it may fall short
This chair feels aimed at people who want comfort for long sitting periods and a more supportive back shape, whether that’s working, gaming, or even taking a short break. If you often shift posture—typing, leaning back, then getting up again—it makes sense thanks to the reclining adjustment, swivel, and the flip-up armrests.
That said, it’s not perfect for everyone. With only the details above, it’s hard to tell how it will suit very tall or very small users in terms of fit, because “76 cm high back” doesn’t automatically guarantee the right shoulder and lumbar alignment for your exact proportions. Also, while the chair is positioned for healthy posture, if you’re after heavy-duty, highly adjustable ergonomic features beyond seat height and recline, you may find this stays more in the mid-range of adjustability rather than going all-in.
Who it suits (and who should think twice)
It’s a good fit if you want a swivel office chair with a supportive high back, contoured seating for posture, and practical adjustments like seat height and a moderate recline. If your work setup is fairly standard—desk, monitor at a typical height, and you want a chair that can handle daily movement—this should feel straightforward to live with.
It may not suit you if you need a lot of advanced fitting options beyond what’s mentioned here, or if you’re very particular about armrest positioning and lock-in stability for long sessions. Also, if your priority is a very specific ergonomics setup, it’s worth checking the fit for your body shape before assuming it’ll match perfectly.
Is it worth it?
Choose this SONGMICS office swivel chair if you’re balancing comfort, basic posture support, and practical desk-side features like a 360° swivel, 90–110° recline, seat height adjustment and flip-up armrests. It’s the kind of chair that tends to make sense for everyday desk work and gaming, especially if you value the safety castors that help prevent unwanted rolling when you stand.
Skip it if you’re looking for more extensive ergonomic adjustability than the seat height, recline range and the flip-up armrests described here, or if you’re worried it won’t match your body proportions—because without more fit details, you’ll want to be cautious.
Mini FAQ
Does it work for both work and gaming?
Yes, the comfort description explicitly covers gaming, working and short breaks, so it’s clearly designed to be used across those sitting needs.
Can you adjust the angle when leaning back?
Yes. The reclining position is adjustable between 90–110°, which lets you change how much you lean back.
What’s the point of flip-up armrests?
They give you more flexibility around your desk—helpful when you want closer access or easier chair movement.
Do the castors lock when you stand up?
They use a pressure-sensitive brake mechanism, designed to keep the chair in place when you stand while still rolling freely when you’re seated.
How much can you change the seat height?
The seat height can be moved up or down by 10 cm to help set your ideal viewing angle.