Hey everyone,
I’m about to purchase an Anthros V1 secondhand. I recently went to my local Relax The Back store and tried the V2 in person, but I’ve never actually sat in a V1.
From trying the V2, I really liked the overall support system and the concept behind the chair. Now I’m trying to decide if getting the V1 is still the move, or if I should hold out / upgrade parts later as you can purchase V2 parts from Anthros. You can purchase all, or parts i.e. only lumbar + back, or also the seat.
A few questions for the community:
1. For current or former V1 owners:
How has the V1 held up long term?
Do you still love it, or are there things that started bothering you over time?
2. For people who’ve tried both V1 and V2:
Which version do you honestly prefer, and why?
3. Biggest differences you noticed:
- Seat comfort / pressure relief
- Cushion firmness
- Back support
- Pelvic/lumbar support
- Ability to sit relaxed vs “perfect posture”
- Long session comfort (6+ hours)
4. If you could build the perfect hybrid chair using mix-and-match parts:
Which combo would you choose?
Examples:
- V1 seat + V2 back/lumbar
- V2 seat + V1 back
- Full V1
- Full V2
I’ve seen mixed opinions that some people prefer the V1 seat comfort, while others prefer the V2 updates and versatility. Wanted to hear from real users before I finalize the purchase. ()
Appreciate any honest feedback.