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While I like having a standing desk at work and at home, there are some periods where I would like to sit. As I've got a standing desk that is only for standing (it's elevated by concrete blocks), my options were limited as my budget was limited. So, I bought the Mogo as a way to give my knees a bit of a rest occasionally, especially at the end of the day.
I've found it's important to have a tiny box or stool to frequently rest one of my legs on, bent, during the day, switching between legs. It helps reduce the amount of stress and tension of standing fully straight for 8-12 hours. However, that's not always enough.
I've been using the Mogo for a few days and while I like the concept, I have some reservations that might be fixable with a slightly more expensive Mogo:
* It creaks. There are plastic parts on the seat that rub against other plastic and the metal of the stand. If you shift your weight much, it's likely to creak. While it's livable, the noises are annoying both to me and to nearby offices. It sounds "cheap." It's not so cheap that I lack confidence in its ability to provide a seat ... it just isn't as solid and well designed as I'd expected.
* The seat is about as hard as it could be. It's ergonomic in general shape, but it's not particularly comfortable for an extended period of time. Here's where I'd like to see an upgrade in particular, to add a bit of cushion to the seat. It wouldn't need to be much to make the seat feel like I was sitting on plastic.
* There are tiny bumps on the seat likely to increase friction. I don't find they help much, and I can feel them through my pants when I sit/lean. I'd like to see them replaced by a grippy cushion instead.
* I've tightened the seat more than once to the base. It's never been super loose, but I wonder if it will loosen over time.
* I need to wear shoes or have a higher traction area for my feet if I'm only wearing socks as the additional lean-factor makes it harder to stay in one place. I was most surprised by that and hadn't considered it at all before buying. It's not a deal breaker.
Ultimately, I'll keep looking for another option. In the meantime, I'll continue to use the Mogo.
Update:
The Mogo now includes a cushion! I bought this as a $30 option last year and have used it for a while. While the cushion doesn't address all of the issues, it makes the seat more comfortable to sit on for a longer period of time. I use it for an hour or two most work days now (where as without the cushion, it was only in use when I needed to sit/lean for a while). I'd still like a better option though. I'm increasing the rating by a star (3 to 4) as they now include the cushion for no extra cost.
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 18.5 x 9.3 x 4.8 inches |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 1.47 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 15 x 16 x 35 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.5 Pounds |
| Brand Name | Focal |
| Warranty Description | Please see company website - www.focaluprightfurniture.com/warranty |
| Model Name | Mogo |
| Color | Black |
| Suggested Users | Accessories and Cables |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Safco Products |
| Part Number | FKS-1000-BK |
| Included Components | Mogo Portable Ergonomic Standing/Leaning/Perching Seat, Black |
| Size | 1 |
