Best Footrests for Under Your Desk UK

Good seated posture means thighs parallel to the floor, knees at about 90 degrees and feet flat and supported. If your feet dangle or your chair sits high for your desk, a footrest takes pressure off your lower back and thighs, encourages small movements and helps circulation. Prices below were checked on Amazon UK in September 2026.

Quick comparison

Footrest	Type	Price (Amazon UK, Sept 2026)	Best for
HUANUO adjustable footrest	Rocking platform	£31.99	Circulation and movement
HUANUO 3-height footrest	Adjustable platform	£24.22	Budget adjustable
Fellowes Office Suites	Adjustable platform	£52.11	Height and tilt adjustment
Kensington SoleMate Plus	Tilting platform	£60.80	Premium, heavy use
ErgoFoam adjustable (mesh)	Foam, adjustable	£45.67	Adjustable foam

1. HUANUO adjustable footrest: best for circulation

£31.99, rated 4.2 stars from more than 1,800 ratings. A platform that rocks on a curved base with adjustable height settings. The rocking motion encourages movement, which helps circulation. Cons: hard plastic surface, and the rocking takes some getting used to.

2. HUANUO three-height footrest: best budget adjustable

£24.22, rated 4.5 stars from 931 ratings. A cheaper adjustable platform with three heights. Good if you want adjustability without paying for a premium brand.

3. Fellowes Office Suites footrest: best adjustable platform

£52.11, rated 4.1 stars from 534 ratings (limited stock). A wide, stable platform with height and tilt adjustment. Pros: adjustable, large surface, durable. Cons: hard surface and larger footprint.

4. Kensington SmartFit SoleMate Plus: best premium

£60.80, rated 4.1 stars from 768 ratings. A colour-coded SmartFit system for height guidance, a wide tilt range and a textured massage surface. The most expensive option here and the biggest, but built for all-day use.

5. ErgoFoam adjustable footrest: best adjustable foam

£45.67, rated 4.6 stars from nearly 1,900 ratings (limited stock). A large mesh-covered memory-foam footrest that adds adjustable height. Pros: two-height flexibility, breathable cover. Cons: no tilt or rocking.

Buying guide

Consider your floor type and chair height. Check the height range (aim for 90-degree knees), the surface (foam or hard), grip on the floor, the footprint under your desk and the adjustment features you need. If you use a standing desk, a footrest also helps when the desk is at sitting height.

Verdict

For most home workers the ErgoFoam footrest is comfortable, affordable and simple. For movement through the day, choose the HUANUO rocking platform. The Fellowes suits people who want precise hard-surface adjustment, and the Kensington suits all-day heavy use. The three-height HUANUO is the budget adjustable option.