As a manager of a spa, you always want your clients to be as comfortable as possible.

So investing in a comfortable and ergonomic pedicure spa chair is key to a successful salon.

But spa chairs are actually quite complex- so you need to be thoughtful in finding one that best suits your needs.

In this guide, I’m going to show you how to select the best chair for your clients.

I will also recommend some of my favorite chairs that are suitable for different types of spa clients.

Best Pedicure Chair

Siena Shiatsulogic Pedicure Chair

The Siena Shiatsulogic pedicure chair not only softens the feet and provides a relaxing spa experience, but it also works as a massage seat with different techniques and functions.

It has 6 vibration functions that will soothe and relax your clients while they’re getting a pedicure. It has an adjustable backrest that reclines between 110 and 135 degrees.

The chair also uses pipeless technology and is extremely easy to clean after you use it.

What customers are saying

People who bought the Siena Shiatsulogic pedicure chair say it is very elegant and extremely comfortable, especially due to its relaxing back massage function.

It is also reasonably priced, but the assembly can be very challenging.

Best Cheap Pedicure Chair

Funnylife Pedicure Spa Station

The primary reason most people get the Funnylife Pedicure Spa Station is its price. However, despite being so affordable, it is also extremely comfortable and high-quality.

The chair does what a pedicure chair is meant to do, plus a bit more. It’s highly adjustable and can be adjusted to fit your clients’ height, leg length, and/or reclining preferences.

The frame is very sturdy and the seat, backrest, and footrest are padded with dense foam.

What customers are saying

People who bought this pedicure spa chair say that it is very comfortable and absolutely worth the money spent.

It’s a comfortable, classy chair that’s cheap yet sturdy and does the job perfectly. The only major downside reported is that it doesn’t come with assembly instructions.

Best Pedicure Foot Spa

Continuum PediCute Portable Foot Spa

If you already have an amazing spa chair and just need a pedicure foot spa to complement it, the Continuum PediCute Foot Spa is a great option to consider.

This portable, easy to use foot spa comes with easy-glide casters you can lock at the front. This lets you give your client a relaxing massage while they’re getting their pedicure done.

It is made with high-quality materials, it has an extremely sturdy frame, and it comes with a three-year warranty.

What customers are saying

People who bought the foot spa are extremely happy with their purchase. They say that it provides a lot of value for the money spent plus it’s very high-quality and reliable.

However, according to one user, the footrest tends to fall down every now and then, and it may move a bit even with blocked wheels.

Still, most people say these are minor flaws and the foot spa remains a great buy especially because its features and quality exceed its cost.

Best Pedicure Stool

LCL Beauty Hydraulic Lift Adjustable Pedicure Unit

The LCL Beauty stool is an adjustable pedicure unit with a hydraulic mechanism that provides an additional 7” in height and a very sturdy frame.

Additionally, it comes with an adjustable footrest that facilitates your work and makes your client more comfortable.

The footbath is removable and very easy to clean, and also has a massage, heat, and bubbles function.

The unit has a stylish appearance that suits any type of decor and along with the pedicure seat, you’ll get a technician stool that matches it.

What customers are saying

People who bought this chair say that it is great for both home and office use. It is comfortable and provides a great experience to clients as well.

It also takes up minimal space and the additional stool is an interesting plus that most other pedicure spa chairs do not offer.

Luxury Pedicure Spa

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If your spa is extremely elegant, the Continuum Maestro Pedicure Spa is an interesting option to consider.

The chair is made in the US and features a solid steel frame and a beautiful wood finish that gives it more elegance.

It also includes an auto-fill function, manicure trays, and an adjustable headrest, all of which other models do not offer.

Although there aren’t many reviews yet, this chair looks promising and has the looks and the functionality needed to make it a 5-star product.

Excellent Chair For Kids

Kids Purple Frozen Pedicure Chair

This pedicure chair is tailored for kids and is useful if you want to provide an extra service to your clients or ensure their children have a great time while they wait.

It features various massage programs with vibration, and several adjustments you can make with its manual seat control.

The chair is covered with PU-leather and is very comfortable. It is also beautifully designed and includes built-in LED lights that kids will love.

This chair looks promising and is a great idea for spas that want to include a section for kids. However, there aren’t enough reviews to help us discern real customer experience.

Other Recommended Chairs

Pibbs PS89 Amalfi Pedicure Chair

This pedicure chair does not require any plumbing and has a portable foot bath located at the base. The footbath can be adjusted according to the client’s leg length.

The chair has a wooden base in contrast with its elegant black leather and features an adjustable reclining backrest and footrest.

While receiving a pedicure, your client can also receive a vibration massage from the chair, which has 6 functions and remote control.

Satisfied people say this a high-quality product, with no plumbing needed, and it’s easy to clean. However, the plug is next to the water basin, which may not be a good idea.

ALESSI II Shiatsulogic Pedicure Chair

If you’d like a complete pedicure chair, the ALESSI II is another fancy option to consider.

It comes with a vibration massage chair that combines different types of massages and has an adjustable seat, recline option, and footrest.

The tub is made of resistant fiberglass and it has a pull-out sprayer system that embraces the therapeutic effects of water on the feet.

There are 6 different colors to choose from and it looks very promising, however, so far the chair has no reviews, which makes it difficult to evaluate customer experiences.

Pibbs Footsie Pedicure Spa Package

Similar to the Pibbs PS89 model, this one also has a raised wooden base that is retractable and it also allows you to adjust the footrest.

The Pibbs Footsie Pedicure Spa Package comes not only with a pedicure chair but also with a pedicure stool for the technician, and a pedicure metal roller cart for storage.

People who bought this package say that it arrived on time and did not require any plumbing, the only problem is that you need to manually fill the basin with water.

Gulfstream Vienna Single Pedicure Chair

The Gulfstream Vienna comes with a vibration massage function and has convenient drawers for storage.

According to the manufacturer, the chair is very easy to clean and looks extremely elegant and fancy.

It also has a USB port and looks very promising despite the lack of customer reviews.

Icarus Crest Black Pedicure Foot Spa Station

The Icarus Crest pedicure spa station looks like a regular chair except it allows you to pull out the footbath section and adjust the footrest according to your client’s leg length.

It is compact, fancy, and has a reclining backrest your clients will love.

The Foot Spa Station is fully upholstered in black PVC vinyl and constructed on metal frames with a black stone footbath.

What customers are saying

Customers say that the Icarus Crest is an amazing pedicure chair that includes an adjustable headrest and is comfortable plus easy to assemble.

However, in the long run, it may get stained by water droplets, so you’d need to regularly clean the black surface to keep it looking nice.

Types Of Pedicure Chairs

If you’re new to this, it’s important to know about every type of pedicure chair there is before buying one that can be adapted to what you’re offering your clients.

Here are the main types of pedicure chairs you will find on the market:

Full plumbing stations

This is the most traditional unit. Full plumbing stations are easier to fill and drain but they’re more expensive to install.

No plumbing chairs

These stations do not require any plumbing at all.

You only need to plug it in and start using it. You’d need to manually fill them with water, but they’re much easier to install and you can clean it more thoroughly.

Piped pedicure stations

This refers to the foot spa, which looks like a small jacuzzi for the feet.

These stations have small pipes and jets of water to pamper your clients’ feet as they prepare to receive a pedicure.

Pipeless pedicure stations

In contrast to piped stations, these ones achieve a water massaging action through water propellers and small fans but no pipes.

Things To Consider

Besides the type of chair, we recommend considering the following features and key aspects of your purchase:

Space

Don’t get carried away by how fancy a pedicure spa chair looks. It will be useless and you will lose your money if your new chair does not fit in your available space.

Double-check the free space you have, and make sure there will be enough walking space after installing it.

Budget

There are no cheap pedicure chairs, but some of them are more expensive than others.

You might be able to find chairs under $1000 but remember your clients will sit on them so make sure it’s of high-quality and has great customer reviews.

Manufacturer

Look up the best brands for pedicure chairs and consider their models first. We recommend brands such as Continuum, J&A USA, Pibbs Industries, and Gulfstream.

Warranty

Make sure you’re reading the fine print, especially the warranty that comes with the chair. Be careful with the term “limited” warranty and find out how limited it is.

Also, find out if you can get replacement parts from the manufacturer, this is an important feature in the case of a setback.

Salon ventilation

Some foot spas and pedicure chairs come with built-in ventilation.

Features

Other features you might also want to consider:

Bowl type

You can choose between glass or fiberglass bowls, some of them even have built-in lights.

Footrest features

You can choose between a height-adjustable, pivoting, or tilting footrest, depending on your preferences or that of the technician.