I had the same issue with the seat edge, I believe that it's referred to as a waterfall edge. The rest of the chair was great, but I found that extremely uncomfortable after a few hours. Many people don't have a problem with it, however.

I also recommend Steelcase as a good alternative. I considered the Leap but eventually chose the Gesture, and am extremely satisfied.

I too had the same problem with the seat edge - and after a couple of hours it cut off circulation in my legs. Not something you want when you pay $1,300 for an office chair. I found the Mirra to be better.

The Mirra lets you adjust the tilt of the forward part of the seat, solving the biggest problem with the Aeron. It's basically an improved Aeron, in my opinion (I have both).

I got a Mirra a couple years ago, still going strong, would happily recommend it. Haven't tried the Mirra 2.

For me the Gesture is a "you never go back" chair. Once I got used to the adjustable armrests, every chair I used since felt like it was limiting my movement.

Another vote for the Leap. Just built out a new office, and while we don't have infinite amounts of money, I made sure that we got proper chairs.

Expensive artwork and overpriced lounge furniture don't improve productivity or morale. Proper work-chairs and desks, on the other hand, pay for themselves quickly.

You might have had the wrong size. If the length of your body is mismatched to the chair then this can happen.

I bought a Leap brand new oh, maybe 15 years ago. Aside from replacing the gas cylinder a few years ago (under warranty mind you!) it's been perfect and still looks almost new.

Highly recommended.

(I researched and sat in a whole bunch of chairs, including the Aeron, before choosing the Leap.)

My wife loves the Steelcase Leap, but personally, my Aeron is the best chair I've ever used.

What is the best source for the Steelcase Leap in terms of shipping and price?

madisonseating.com it's slow as shit shipping, but the prices are unbeatable.. just bought a think for $240...

Craigslist! Ok maybe not shipping, but certainly price.

+1 Leap. I use a V2 at work and have several second-hand V1 at home.

the steelcase is certainly more appealing visually

the herman miller mirra has a mesh seat but a front that folds down, relieving pressure on that area.

i bought mine new in 2006. the mesh tore and was fixed under warranty around 2010. one of the back supports broke in 2015 but they wouldn't fix it for free so i just zip-tied it and it's fine. herman miller's warranty service ain't what it used to be.

the best move is probably to buy a lightly used one at half the price, mirra or aeron.