4416 reviews

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See why +100,000 customers ditched their old shop chairs and made the switch to Vyper.

SPECS & DIMENSIONS

HEIGHT RANGE17" - 22.5"
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT TYPEEZ-LIFT
Max Weight Capacity400 lbs.
Product Weight36.5 lbs.
BACKREST INCLUDEDYes
SEAT WIDTH14"
SEAT THICKNESS4"
BASE DIAMETER23"
FOOTRESTStainless
CASTER SIZE4"
# OF CASTERS5
MADE INWisconsin, USA
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100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

Try it for 30 days. Don't love it, send it back, and we'll refund 100% of what you paid.

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LIFETIME WARRANTY

Frame, hardware, and casters covered for life. Cushions and mechanisms for 5 years from purchase.

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Free Shipping

Free shipping on every order over $200, direct from our Wisconsin warehouse.

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Buy Now, Pay Later.

Purchase your Vyper today, and pay tomorrow with ShopPay interest-free installments.

USED BY THE BIGGEST NAMES EVERY DAY

Trusted, tested, and used by the best in the industry.

JAY LENO

JAY LENO'S GARAGE

RICHARD RAWLINGS

GAS MONKEY GARAGE

BILL GOLDBERG

GOLDBERGS GARAGE

CHIP FOOSE

FOOSE DESIGN

BRIAN SCOTTO

HOONIGAN

ADAM LZ

LZMFG
01/06

You need the NO. 5 KYLE LARSON EDITION if you....

You need the NO. 5 KYLE LARSON EDITION if you....

WANT TO BUY AMERICAN MADE

Every Vyper chair is designed, welded, powder-coated, and assembled in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Built here, by Americans, on American soil. When you buy a Robust Steel Max, you're paying American workers, not subsidizing factories overseas. That matters to a lot of our customers. It matters to us too.

SPENT DECADES ON CHAIRS THAT WRECK YOUR BACK

If you've got bad knees, a beat-up back, or 30 years of trade work behind you, the Robust Steel Max is the chair you should've been sitting on the whole time. Lumbar-support backrest, 3.5-inch foam, smooth glide so you're not pushing yourself across the shop. Customers with back surgeries say the same thing: it's the chair that finally lets them keep working.

ARE TIRED OF REPLACING CHEAP CHAIRS EVERY TWO YEARS

Three cheap shop stools at $150 each is $450, and you've still got nothing to show for it but a sore back and three trips to the dumpster. The Robust Steel Max is the one you stop replacing. Steel frame, hardware, and casters covered for life. Buy it once and the math works itself out over a decade.

RUN A SHOP WHERE COMFORT AFFECTS THE BOTTOM LINE

If detailing, fab work, or wrenching is how you make a living, an uncomfortable chair isn't just annoying but it's costing you. Slower work, more breaks, sore back the next day, fewer jobs in the schedule. The Robust Steel Max has a 3.5-inch industrial foam seat and a backrest that hits the lumbar where it needs it. Sit through a full polish, a transmission job, or an 8-hour shift and finish the day with energy to spare.

Proudly American Made

Designed, manufactured, and packaged in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Every chair, every cart, every creeper.

Trusted by +100,000 Customers

Helpful Videos & Info

The first video shows what makes this edition different from anything we've ever made. The last three show how the chair is built and unboxed.

COMPARE CHAIRS

NO. 5 KYLE LARSON EDITION

$625

HEIGHT RANGE 17" - 22.5"
HEIGHT ADJUST EZ-Lift
WEIGHT CAPACITY 400lbs
BASE DIAMETER 23"
CASTER SIZE 4"
MADE IN USA
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NO. 5 KYLE LARSON EDITION (ELEVATED)

$650

HEIGHT RANGE 24" - 29.5"
HEIGHT ADJUST EZ-Lift
WEIGHT CAPACITY 400lbs
BASE DIAMETER 23"
CASTER SIZE 4"
MADE IN USA
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HENDRICK MOTORSPORTS EDITION

$625

HEIGHT RANGE 17" - 22.5"
HEIGHT ADJUST EZ-Lift
WEIGHT CAPACITY 400lbs
BASE DIAMETER 23"
CASTER SIZE 4"
MADE IN USA
SHOP NOW

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Give Brian a call. He will be able to guide you to the perfect product for your needs.

Call (920) 301-3822

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 4416 reviews.

The best thing I ever did. I am so sorry that I wasted my money on junk stools.

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

Customer photo review of ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

My back loves this chair. Moving from. Standard shop stool that can’t role over a zip tie to this has been so nice.

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

Fast shipment on all the equipment. Looking forward to seeing it in action

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

“Buy once cry once” is right. BUT, I have never seen or felt anything in the garage that is such a quality build. It’s smooth, it’s tight, and it’s RIGHT.

LOW-PRO PACKAGE

Customer photo review of LOW-PRO PACKAGE

Great quality, super heavy duty. The seats are super comfortable and the frame is heavy duty metal. And I love It's Made in the USA.

LOW-PRO PACKAGE

Super high quality and I love spinning around in circles on this thing! So much fun! Definitely recommend.

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

Customer photo review of ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

We bought the Vyper Chair to replace the highly sophisticated 5-gallon bucket we’d been using in the powder booth… and holy hell, what an upgrade. It’s comfortable, rolls great, keeps everything we need right where we need it, and has quickly become one of those tools we didn’t realize we needed until we had it. Naturally, leaving it stock wasn’t an option. We gave it the full Powder Palace treatment with a custom powder coat job. We absolutely love this thing. It gets used every day in the shop, and after years of sitting on buckets, our backs and asses would like to formally thank Vyper Industrial. Now about that second chair… we’ve already got some ideas. 😎 — Powder Palace, Charleston SC

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

I got this for a disabled Veteran who loves to fix up cars for family & friends. He’s has surgery this year and may need more. This chair made all the difference in the world to him. I’m grateful for what he sacrificed for our country and I’m grateful to you for making a chair that causes him to do what he loves with less pain.

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

Old craftsman stool dumped me on the ground for the last time. Orderd a robust steel max e-z lift and liked it so much orderd the elevated steel max e-z lift they are pro stools

ROBUST STEEL MAX

These chairs are THE BOMB! it supports my big butt and still rolls easily and quickly. I am not a "shop guy", my chair is my computer desk chair. It works!

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

Customer photo review of ROBUST STEEL MAX

I thoroughly enjoy my new chair. I have a trench drain in the middle of my garage floor and I can wheel right across it with no issues. Way more comfortable than my old one that I have had for years!

ROBUST STEEL MAX

Video assembly has different parts than what is needed. So had to follow the directions provided in manual. Haven’t quite finished tightening the seat bolts. Need tools different from manual.

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

Customer photo review of ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

I have taken more than one tumble off a stool in 45 years as a tech and a couple since retiring. It is solid, comfortable and it will make working in my shop more enjoyable. My only complaint is that the tall stool I ordered is not here yet.

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

All the claims made by Vyper are true. This chair is built like a tank and is very comfortable. Yes, it is pricey, but you definitely get what you paid for with this Vyper chair. I plan on buying another one soon!

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

Was very excited when my chair got here compared it to my old one and decided it had to go into retirement, would only come out when someone stopped by not a very good host but don’t want to share my rock star it was a great investment for an older guy will be checking out the rest of your lineup

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

Buy once, cry once. This thing is built like a tank. You will not fall off this chair, it rolls like it's on ice.

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

Customer photo review of ROBUST STEEL MAX

Got the chair at vyper fest for a good deal, rolls smoothly, comfortable to sit on. Use it for the office, practicing guitar or working in my shop. Planning to get another in the future

ROBUST STEEL MAX

Customer photo review of ROBUST STEEL MAX

Love the stool it’s so sturdy and has great support.

ROBUST STEEL MAX

Made to last!! Best construction ever. Made in America thank you.

ROBUST STEEL MAX

Easy assembly, high quality, robust components. Comfort level is outstanding, worth every dollar.

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

Went to the shop and talked to the guys they were really friendly love talking to them and bought the chair. It went together nice and I’ve been using it. It is great.

ROBUST STEEL MAX

Customer photo review of ULTIMATE EZ-LIFT PACKAGE

Got them put together, the assembly was easy, the directions were easy to follow. I'm still looking forward to using them more.

ULTIMATE EZ-LIFT PACKAGE

I love the chair, it’s well constructed and sturdy. It rolls beautifully, and is comfortable. It definitely met my expectations.

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

This is our second vyper chair purchase we love them

ROBUST STEEL MAX

Great Stool, easy to assemble and Wonderful to use, A great value,

ROBUST STEEL MAX

Awesome chair. Very well built. It will last a lifetime.

ROBUST STEEL MAX

Simple going together , no problems

ROBUST STEEL MAX

Great chair, worth the purchase if you get it on sale

ROBUST STEEL MAX

The chair itself is great. It’s very strong, well-built, and durable. It honestly looks and feels like something that will last a lifetime. The assembly directions, on the other hand, leave a lot to be desired. I wouldn’t waste much time trying to follow the paper instructions because they really don’t tell you much. Go to their YouTube channel and watch the assembly video instead. It makes putting the chair together much easier. My biggest complaint is that I really think the tool holder should be included with the chair rather than being an accessory you have to purchase separately. After all, having your tools and parts within reach is kind of the whole point of a mechanic’s shop chair. For the price of the chair, I think the tool holder should be standard equipment. The chair is a little on the expensive side as it is. If they included the tool holder and kept the price the same, I think it would be a very good deal. Overall, though, the quality is excellent and I’m happy with the purchase.

ROBUST STEEL MAX

My husband has wanted to purchase this chair and we finally ordered it. He absolutely loves it, especially moving around the garage and in the basement. Makes things so much easier for him, as he has mobility issues. Fantastic chair!!!! Would recommend it to anyone.

ROBUST STEEL MAX

Customer video review of ROBUST STEEL MAX

This was an anniversary gift for my husband. He's having a new shop built, and I felt he just needed a good, comfortable place to put his rear once the shop is complete. This man never gets excited over anything. He was excited to get this chair and the add-ons I included!

ROBUST STEEL MAX

Delivery was slower than advertised, but worth the wait! This thing was actually fun to assemble, they provided grade 5 and grade 8 bolts to do it with! Truly built to last. Have a good hold on this chair when you sit down, it will take off on you, or you can lock 2 of the casters.

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

Customer photo review of ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

When I initially saw the ad for a Viper stool: my first thought was “ there is no way I would spend that much money on a shop stool!” So I watched the ads for two years and last week I purched 3 of them. We have a smaller industrial shop with 7 employees. The first stool arrived and the quality is infinite. Very well thought out, all serious steel construction, very strong standard hardware. Very nice throughout. Thankyou.

ROBUST STEEL MAX (EZ-LIFT)

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you upgrade.

This is a big purchase. What if I'm not satisfied?

Everything you need to know before you upgrade. If these don't answer your questions, please reach out to us at sales@vyperindustrial.com or call us at (920) 301 3822

I already have a shop stool, why should I upgrade?

If you're like us, you've more than likely either tipped over from hitting a crack or experience annoying back / knee pain from an uncomfortable stool.

Vyper Chairs (and our entire product line) were strategically designed to help reduce fatigue while working, help prevent from tipping over while rolling, and provide comfort for long working durations.

Plus, Vyper Chairs are made in America! Check out our top selling chair here to learn more.

What is a Vyper limited edition?

A Vyper limited edition is a one-time small-batch run of an existing product (chair, stool, creeper, or cart) in a named colorway, finish, or collaboration design, for example: Ghoul (glow-in-the-dark), Phantom (color-shift chameleon), Sublime (green), Voodoo, Scorch, Joker, Vein, Tribute (military canvas), and Warrior 2.0 (hot pink).

We also have an existing line of collaborations with Vyper x Realtree® and Vyper x Hendrick Motorsports that are always available. 

Each limited edition features unique embroidery, custom badges, exclusive stickers and a specific colorway you won't find in the standard lineup. The underlying build (steel frame, casters, foam, mechanisms, capacity, warranty) is identical to the standard product.

Will sold-out Vyper limited editions ever come back?

Once a Vyper limited edition sells out, it does not restock. That's the point, small batch, no second runs. Buyers who miss a drop have to wait for the next release, which will be a different colorway or collaboration entirely.

There are two different styles of limited editions: time based and quantity based. 

Some editions we will run where it’s first come first serve (quantity based). Other times we will run a limited colorway for a certain amount of time (time based). If you miss the cutoff, there’s no going back. 

Occasionally we will re-release a previously sold-out edition as a special return (for example, "Scorch, Joker, Volt, Shocker and Viola are back" was a one-time encore drop, called out as a last-chance opportunity). But the default policy is one-and-done. If you see a limited edition in stock and you want it, lock it in.

Are limited edition Vyper chairs different from regular chairs in build quality?

No. The build is identical to the standard product. A limited edition Robust Steel Max is the same Robust Steel Max underneath: same powder-coated steel frame, same 3.5" industrial foam, same lumbar-support backrest, same 400 lb capacity, same 5-caster anti-tip base, same lifetime warranty on the frame.

What changes is the finish: custom powdercoat color, custom embroidery, custom badges, and specific accent colors on hardware and stitching. You're getting the same chair Chip Foose, Jay Leno and Gas Monkey Garage use, just in a finish that won't be made again.

Are limited edition Vyper chairs different from regular chairs in build quality?

The fastest way is signing up for the Vyper email list and following @vyperchair on Instagram and YouTube, limited editions are announced usually 1 to 2 weeks before the drop with the exact date and time. Most drops go live at 9 AM CST on the announced date.

High-demand drops frequently sell out within hours. Customers on the email list get the announcement first, which is the difference between getting the chair and not.

Can I add custom accessories to a limited edition chair and do they ship with the same accessories as the standard model?

Yes. Limited edition chairs are compatible with the full Vyper accessory lineup (armrests, backrests, EZ-Lift, Big Boy attachment, tool trays, footrails, Sidekick). Many limited editions offer matching-color accessories during the drop window; once the drop closes, accessories may only be available in standard colors.

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