UK-based Boulies has been around for a few years now, previously keeping things reasonably traditional with the likes of the Boulies Master Series. The EP500 is a fresher approach, designed to accommodate users between 165cm and 190cm tall, it combines that generous seat width with adjustable backrest height and seat depth to dial in a proper fit. Rather than relying on manual lumbar dials, Boulies has gone with a self-adaptive lumbar support system that automatically adjusts to match the curve of your back, meaning one less thing to fiddle with when you’re trying to get comfortable.
There’s a decent feature set here beyond the width. The 5D armrests flip up entirely when you need them out of the way, which is handy for tucking the chair under a desk. You also get an adjustable headrest, reclining backrest, and an integrated footrest for those moments when work can wait. The upholstery is a chenille-blended mesh fabric, which should keep things comfortable and breathable during longer sessions.
The Boulies EP500 is available now from the Boulies website, priced at £349.99 in the UK and $389.99 in the US. There’s an introductory offer running that drops those prices to the pretty competitive £289.99 and $309.99 respectively, along with a two-year warranty and 14-day returns if it’s still not quite right.
