SONGMICS Drafting Chair in PU Leather

If a regular office chair sits too low for your work surface, this SONGMICS drafting chair is designed to bring the seat higher while keeping a backrest and footrest in the setup. Its rolling base and adjustable height also make it more flexible than a fixed counter stool when you move between nearby tasks.

The trade-off is that the listed height range is specific, and the product details do not give a seat-width measurement. That makes your counter or desk height, and how much room you need to sit comfortably, important checks before choosing it.

Technical details

The chair measures 23.6 x 23.6 x 31.5–39.4 inches, with a stated height adjustment range of 7.9 inches. The seat has 3.9 inches of padding and a black PU leather surface, which is described as easy to clean. A curved, dual-bar backrest is intended to provide lumbar support, the product information does not establish a medical benefit, so treat it as a support feature rather than a promise of pain relief.

It swivels 360 degrees, and its circular footrest adjusts in height. The metal five-star base, gas cylinder, and seat plate are listed with a weight capacity of up to 330 lbs. PA casters are described as quiet and designed not to scratch floors. Assembly is estimated at 15–20 minutes. The backrest can be removed to turn the chair into a backless stool, though that also means giving up its back support.

What it works with

The listed settings include a home office, kitchen counter, beauty salon, cafe, laboratory, and personal studio. Its taller seat and adjustable height are aimed at elevated work surfaces, such as a standing desk or counter, the useful fit will depend on whether the chair’s height range matches your particular surface. It is not presented as a standard-height dining or desk chair.

A practical use might be rolling from a counter to a nearby work area, then using the footrest while seated to prep, write, or handle a small task. From the way it is set up, it favors seated work at elevated surfaces rather than long stretches of standing or frequent movement across a large room.

Usage tips

Set the seat height for the work surface first, then adjust the footrest so your legs have somewhere to rest. If you plan to use it without the backrest, keep in mind that the stool will no longer provide lumbar support. The PU surface should be straightforward to wipe clean, but the provided details do not specify cleaning products or care instructions.

Before assembling, compare the listed overall dimensions and height range with the space where you intend to use it. The product description gives no seat-width measurement, which may matter if you prefer a wider seat or need to judge how it will fit under a particular counter. It suits you if you want a padded, swiveling seat for an elevated work area and value the option to remove the backrest. You may want to skip it if you need a precise seat-width specification or a chair intended for a conventional desk height.

Questions before you buy

Can the backrest be removed? Yes. The chair can be converted into a backless stool by removing it, but that removes the back support too.

Does the footrest adjust? Yes. The circular footrest is height-adjustable, so you can position it to suit your seated setup.

Are the casters described as floor-friendly? The product information says the PA casters roll quietly and are designed not to scratch floors. It does not specify a particular floor type.

Is it worth it?

This chair makes sense when you need a taller seat for a counter, standing desk, or similar work area and want a backrest, footrest, swivel, and rolling base in one setup. The removable backrest adds a backless-stool option, while the padded PU seat and stated 330 lbs capacity help clarify what the design is meant to offer. Compared with a simpler fixed stool, it gives you more adjustment and mobility, compared with a chair chosen for a standard desk, its elevated height is the key distinction. Buy it if that height range suits your workspace. Pass if the missing seat-width detail makes fit uncertain or you need a different height category.