The Arozzi Verona Pro V2 is one of the popular names in the gaming industry. The second release is now as good as fans hope for. First of all, it has a higher weight capacity which also means its more durable. There is a new seat mechanism as well.
But the padding and the shape of the chair has also been improved. It is not just an update as the chair has now completely new characteristics. At the same time, it maintains some of the principles of the first series. This includes adjustable armrests, a steep recline, and a rocking function.
Summary of features
- Made with a higher weight capacity at 130kg
- All-new design with upgraded aesthetics
- Steep recline function down to 165 degrees
- Designed with a Pro locking mechanism to lock while tilted
- Made with large casters for extra stability
- Based on a new rocking mechanism
- The rocking mechanism has adjustable resistance levels
- Supports up to 290lbs in user weight
- Cushioned ergonomic support
- Designed with a lumbar support pillow
- Added headrest pillow
- Designed with adjustable padded armrests
- Net weight of 45lbs
- Available in multiple colors
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Arozzi Verona Pro V2 Review – The good points of the Arozzi Verona Pro V2
The padded seat comes with extra comfort. This comfort can immediately be seen with its durable and supportive foam.  In testing, the foam is able to support 25kg/m³. But the chair also has the right design. It is not enough for the foam to be made to a high standard. This is why all users actually find it comfortable and extra supportive, even on the sides.
The semi-ergonomic design can also be seen in the spine support. While still not the most supportive chair in its class, it still offers plenty of support for the lower back with the added lumbar pillow. At the same time, a second pillow has been added to support the head. This makes the chair a viable option for those planning to sit for long hours during the day.
Of course, these pillows can actually be adjusted by height. This already makes them far superior to other fixed lumbar pillows. They can be supportive for users of different heights. Then there are the materials themselves. The soft pleather and foam cushioning work well together. These materials are durable but they are also easy to clean. Pleather can easily be wiped with a clean cloth and a cleaning solution to keep the chair clean and smelling fresh.
When it comes to the advanced functions of the chair, one which is worth mentioning is the steep recline capacity. Practically, the chair fully reclines down to 165 degrees which makes it a viable solution for moments of relaxation when the eyes are away from the monitor and the user away from games or work.
Interestingly, the chair can also be locked in one of these reclined positions. So if the users find a comfortable position to relax the back and its muscles, the chair can actually be locked in that position, allowing users to relax without having to hold the backrest back with their feet.
Another interesting addition is the rocking function. The chair can rock up to 12 degrees. For most users, this is a good opportunity to actually think about the movements they plan to do on the chair. At the same time, it allows users to count on new movements. For most users, this means leaning for objects on the desk can be easier, without actually having to get out of the chair. It also means that the activity level can be increased.
One of the areas which the chair manages to offer as a bonus is the extra freedom of movement with its rocking mechanism. This extra movement can actually be healthy and recommended for most users. Apart from burning more calories, the extra movement also allows users to engage core muscles which are responsible for posture. Even if the back remains fixed on the backrest, users can still rest assured the extra movement can activate the feet and other postural muscles as a result.
Users can also rely on the adjustable armrests. Their role is to help the hands relax. At the same time, they can relax their shoulders as well. This is due to the fact that the shoulders are mainly used to different types of positions while at the desk, but without armrests, the hands have no support and a lot of pressure is put on the shoulders and on the upper back. Furthermore, it is also advisable to use the chair in the position in which it allows users to actually have the right support for their height. This is why the armrests are actually height-adjustable. Furthermore, the armrests are also padded on the top part which gets in contact with the forearms and the elbows, for a more comfortable experience.
If the functionality of the chair is made to a high standard, it also offers a distinct experience with the way it looks. The base color is still black. But various red, white or blue insertions are still available for a more personalized chair. At the same time, a distinctly low profile all-black version is offered by Arozzi.
The bad parts of the Arozzi Verona Pro V2
While there are plenty of positives about the new chair, it’s also worth taking into consideration that it has its own limitations. The biggest problem of the Verona Pro V2 is not the chair itself, but rather how the users use it. It is why its recline function can actually be used in excess.
This then leads to postural problems. Of course, all players want to lean back with a controller in their hands while looking at the monitor. Then raising their upper body but not the backrest, they are susceptible to actually sitting in a bad posture. This can also be seen with exaggerated positions which are simply sustained for too long.
Another possible problem can come with the positioning of the headrest. It is not yet proven that headrests have a major benefit on posture as it has on comfort. This is why users need to know where to place the headrest in order to maintain a proper spine position.
Bottom line
The Arozzi Verona Pro V2 is a viable option for both gamers and workers who want to enjoy enhanced comfort at the desk. The chair offers comfortable features with a twist as it adds systems which prompt users for at least a minimum level of activity. This burns calories and engages some muscles, essentially working towards better posture.
The Verona Pro V2 and rocking – is it good for posture?
One of the questions which are asked when compared to the previous versions refers to the Pro V2’s suitability for proper posture at the desk. There are a few elements which need to be taken into consideration here.
First of all, why would gamers have problems with posture? Even with the most ergonomic and supportive chairs, the back’s posture can suffer in time. Simply put, the body is not made to sit for so many hours in the day. As the core muscles get the tire, the support of the upper back is not as efficient. At this moment, the chair should actually help the body stay in an upright position. Gamers might not be thinking about their posture too much, but there are reasons to believe they can actually see some improvements in areas where it would not be possible otherwise with the right chair.
One of the areas preventing good posture is actually the design of the armrests. They can keep gamers further away from the keyboard as they might not slide under the desk which means gamers have to lean into an unnatural position at times and even raise themselves from the backrest.
Even those who might use Arozzi’s chair for work might still face the same problems of posture. The good news is that at least some of these problems are addressed with the rocking and tilting mechanisms.
Staying active on the Verona Pro 2
The chair might be very far from what active chairs look like. But at least it adds a rocking mechanism which is not seen in many other chairs of its class. As a result, the chair actually manages to offer a more stable platform for those seeking extra levels of activity on the least likely designs.
The rocking movements mean extra calories are being consumed while sitting. Over a period of a week or a month, this can actually equate to thousands of calories. This is why the chair might give a helping hand for better caloric consumption to those who are known to have sedentary lifestyles.
Other considerations with the chair’s mechanisms include core muscles activation. This means that these muscles which are rarely activated on a fixed chair have their own activities during the sitting period. While the activation is not as significant as it would be with a stool, for example, it is still considerably higher than that on a fixed chair which basically relaxes these core muscles for the entire duration of the sitting period.
The simple contraction of the abdominal area during the rocking movements and the recline is enough to activate a few of these muscles. This is why the chair is one of the most reliable options when it comes to combining comfort and core activation.
Users also need to know that the chair itself is not enough to improve posture. It cannot do too much of the sitting period is too long, daily on long periods of time. There is no substitute to actually get off the chair and take short breaks from work or gaming.
But the good news is the Arozzi Verona Pro V2 has what it takes to become a balanced cushioned and active chair more than other chairs. With proper back support, it can even prove to be a comfortable solution for those with back problems as it has what is considered to be thick cushioning by all standards.
Conclusion
The Arozzi Verona Pro V2 is among the best chairs in its class. It is affordable and made with proper support in key areas. Two of these areas are represented by the lumbar support and head support. The seat pan is not bad either.
Many users fail to see the benefit of a laterally-supported seat pan. But it can actually keep the body in a better position, together with the hugging style backrest. It is why the Verona chair is actually supportive in all key areas. Unlike chairs which offer no armrests, Arozzi also understands the role these accessories can have on reducing neck and shoulder pain.
Ultimately, the chair is made for those who want to sit for long hours. As a result, it might not have too many aces in its sleeve on the arguments of posture and core activation as it would need. Its main arguments are in the area of ergonomics and comfort, where it scores highly compared to many of its rivals.
Since the chair is made for intense use, it also needs to be properly cleaned, especially during the summer. The good news is the pleather cover is not pretentious and it can be wiped with various cleaning solutions around the house.
The chair is quite versatile. It allows users to place it on various surfaces such as carpets as it comes with extra-large casters. There is no way such a bulky chair would be able to maintain the same level of support and stability with smaller wheels. Since its weight is nearly 50lbs, it needs to be based on such large wheels which make moving the chair around a much easier task even on carpets.
