Should I Buy A Steelcase Office Chair Or A NordicTrack Treadmill Desk For Working From Home?

Buy the Steelcase office chair first if you can only choose one. For most work-from-home setups, a high-quality ergonomic chair improves every workday, supports long seated sessions, and is easier to fit into an existing office. A treadmill desk is worth considering only if your main problem is sitting too much and you already have, or are willing to use, an adjustable-height desk setup that works for walking.

Best decision:

1. Choose a Steelcase chair if you do focused desk work, sit for several hours, have back/hip discomfort, share a small space, or want the safer all-day productivity upgrade.
2. Choose a NordicTrack treadmill desk if you specifically want more movement during calls, reading, email, or light admin work—and you have room, noise tolerance, and a desk height that supports walking.
3. If budget allows, the ideal setup is a good ergonomic chair plus a separate sit/stand or walking option, because walking is not practical for every task.

My pick: Steelcase for most people working from home.