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Low Height (16cm) - Petite
If you are shorter then 5'5" (165 cm) or very flexible already, then the 16 cm height can be right for you.
Standard Height (18cm) - Most Popular Size
If you are taller than 5'5 or 165 cm then it is most likely that the standard height (18 cm) will be the best fit.
Keep in mind that the standard height will be the best option for a majority of users.
High Height (20cm) - Tall
For those taller than 6" or 180cm or extremely tight legs.
Dark Brown / Walnut
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The Major Benefits of IKUKO
Improves Posture
- The open sitting angle between thigh and torso and the kneeling position allow the back to automatically straighten up so the spine balances properly over the pelvis, rediscovering its natural curve decreasing damaging compressive loads on the low back.
- A free torso having to balance itself engages, trains and strengthens core muscles and reduces tendencies to slouch.
Increases Oxygen Levels and Ability to Focus
- This sitting, position similar to walking upright, frees the lungs and upper organs and allows for deeper breathing.
- The open chest makes breathing easy, improving oxygen levelsfor a better circulation of your energy and a general feeling of well-being.
- Increased oxygen supply and intuitive comfort subconsciously result in improved concentration and ability to focus.
Increased Circulation
- Because the body's weight is evenly distributed, circulation in the legs are improved and heaviness and swelling from stale sitting is avoided.
- Minimal to no pressure on knees and leg joints allowing them to relax without going numb.
Keep in mind that bodies, measurements and flexibility are different from one person to another. These sizes are only references for the majority of users. Consider exchanging if you find the bench you ordered is to small or too high. You can also add a cushion under your self to remove any pressure points on knees and ankles. Contact the seller directly for help on choosing the right size.
Reduce Body Pains Head to Toe
- Neck - Natural neck alignment helps reduce neck strain and prevent muscle tension in the shoulders.
- Thoracic Spine - Proper spinal curvature is achieved naturally.
- Low Back - Opens the angle between upper & lower body which reduces compression on the low back.
- Legs - The bench takes the pressure of body weight and allows your legs and knees to relax.
burton sloan
2025-09-05 13:14:06
It is beautiful and really comfortable. It was shipped with a nice note from the company. This is perfect for my meditation practice, and it has already inspired me to practice more.
Serean81
2025-09-01 13:44:05
I was on the fence about this meditation bench for a few weeks because of the price. After failing several other methods, like sitting on my legs, laying flat on the floor or bed, meditation pillow, chair, etc, I realized that if I want to make meditation a regular practice I’d have to give this bench a shot. I am so glad I did. It was worth every dollar. I have rheumatoid arthritis, myositis, and Sjogren’s and am in constant pain. Sitting for any period of time is painful. There is something about this bench that makes sitting incredibly comfortable. It’s probably the slant that keeps the spine in alignment while also keeping pressure off of your legs. I use this for a lot more than meditation. When my body is feeling sore, I take a few minutes to sit on it and stretch, keeping my spine straight and feel immediate pain relief. It’s great for tv watching, meditation, reading, etc. I couldn’t be any happier with it. I’m 5’4†and 130lbs btw and considered the small bench, but the standard size is perfect! I’m so glad I chose this size instead. I think if you’re under 5’4†you should definitely go smaller but this one works perfectly for me.
MyPOV
2025-08-29 15:22:03
First, this bench is very high quality and is everything as described: Solid but light-weight, comfortable. No padding required. The legs can be removed and all parts put in the linen bag it comes with for easy portability. Personally, I loved this bench from the moment I opened the box but love it even more now that I've experienced an unexpected benefit...I got the standard size to use for my prayer time. I was raised to have and still maintain good posture but I do have heavier thighs, not huge but also not skinny, and unexpectedly tight knees and ankles undoubtedly from injuries sustained playing sports. As such, though the seat itself has always been comfortable, for me, the kneeling position was surprisingly difficult. The discomfort would be so distracting I had to ease off every few minutes for relief. However, with daily use, my knees and ankles have gotten stronger and much more flexible such that I can now sit for an hour or more without discomfort. Now I just need to loose a little fluff off my thighs so that my feet aren't asleep when it's time to stand! Haha.I very much recommend this to anyone that needs to kneel more comfortably.
Karl Lopes
2025-08-20 13:42:20
I like the bench a lot and have been using it daily for about a week. When I kneel for extensive periods with a pad below my knees, supported by this bench, I do not have any joint aches.My only complaint (which takes some getting used to) is that my feet had to stretch outside the bench legs as there is not enough space for it to rest in between.
Zarina
2025-08-12 13:42:52
I have the darker choice. It is stylish and comfortable. Easy to take apart, assemble, and lightweight to carry. It is often used at my coffee table for meals in addition to meditation. I was afraid it would not be sturdy or I would feel off balance but it feels solid and people of various heights seem to feel it works for them. House guest like to try it out and are generally impressed. It is a bit of a conversation starter.The cotton tote it comes with was clearly ripped before I even took it out of the shipping box. The box was perfectly intact and the product was well cushioned in the packaging. So I wouldn't plan on the tote lasting for any length of time. This isn't a great marketing strategy since the bag has the company name. The underside of the chair has a wood brand with the logo, I think, but no one can make out the name when people want to know who made it. The bench isn't an awkward size to fit in a generic bag/tote but it would be nicer in the more fitted bag so the pieces don't wiggle about so much. Not a huge problem but since it is a top selling point on the product description and photos, I felt it was only fair to mention it.
Ms. COS
2025-08-09 13:27:32
I began using a bench because of hip problems, and have continued to use it now that my hips are fine, because it makes my breathing freer and posture better. This bench is both beautiful and stable, but still easy to put together and take apart for traveling on weekends, etc. Nice.
Walter
2025-07-28 14:39:22
I own three of these style chairs/stools and this is by far the most comfortable one. Even without a cushion, the contour, groundedness, and stability are top notch. Easy to assemble, great customer service, and a perfect product.10/10
Anita
2025-07-17 15:21:12
This stool is not comfortable. It looks lovely and can support my weight fine, but the height of the short stool (for those about 5 foot in height) is really too low for anyone with any stiffness in their knee joints to sit correctly with their legs wrapped under the seat. Also the tilt of the seat and solid wood does not make for a comfortable perch for continuous sitting for meditation. I may have done better with the higher sear, and I may have to create a pillow in order to use this little bench at all. It certainly does not relieve pain.
Ant
2025-07-04 16:56:00
I have a mild scoliosis and have struggled to find a comfortable meditation posture. This has been a godsend! Would have given 5 * but for the cost. Even allowing for the shipping it’s a bit pricey. That said, I took a punt and it payed off.
Erin
2025-07-03 12:09:45
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Robert Longpre
2025-06-22 16:18:17
When I first got this bench for Christmas, I was really looking forward to trying it out. Up until that point, I was just using a rectangle stool. It was pretty comfortable and it was better than sitting on my feet. My body, at this point, cannot sit in the lotus position. Right off the bat, I could tell that the quality of the bench was extremely high, the pieces were thick and sturdy. It was quick and easy to assemble. I am about 6'3 and opted for the 20" inch bench. The slant took some getting used to and I always had the sensation that I could slip off. After a week, I decided I was going to return it. I was used to my stool and figured I could just by a wedge for my bum, to get that slant, for a fraction of the cost. After 2 days of returning to my stool, I changed my mind. After using the bench for a week, I never noticed how sore my bum was using the stool. Needless to say, I cancelled the return and have not looked back. I am meditating for an hour to an hour and a half now and I am very comfortable. No back pain, No bum pain. Thank you for producing such a high quality bench and for helping me to continue to grow my meditation practices. Well worth every dollar! Rob
Customer
2025-06-21 11:16:47
There is very little to dislike about this bench. It was very simple to assemble and fit me perfectly. I'm 6' and my legs are very comfortable. The height is just right. My first few meditation sessions using the bench were the best I've experienced.I've not had to use IKUKO customer service, but the contact info inside the packaging made it clear that they are there for you.If you're looking for a comfortable bench, this is it.
Customer
2025-06-14 18:10:25
This is an amazingly designed product. So easy to put together and take apart making it easy to take with me. I’ve had knee surgeries and ankle injuries that make it difficult for me to kneel and sit on my heels. This product causes no pain or discomfort in the knee and is repatterning my biomechanics so I can now kneel and sit on my heels when on the ground. I saw some reviews saying to get the larger size or to have more inclusive sizing. I don’t really understand that. Size is true to measurements/height recommendations. I wonder if those people were sitting in it incorrectly. This product is awesome
burton sloan
2025-05-31 11:24:01
It is beautiful and really comfortable. It was shipped with a nice note from the company. This is perfect for my meditation practice, and it has already inspired me to practice more.
Serean81
2025-05-24 16:58:16
I was on the fence about this meditation bench for a few weeks because of the price. After failing several other methods, like sitting on my legs, laying flat on the floor or bed, meditation pillow, chair, etc, I realized that if I want to make meditation a regular practice I’d have to give this bench a shot. I am so glad I did. It was worth every dollar. I have rheumatoid arthritis, myositis, and Sjogren’s and am in constant pain. Sitting for any period of time is painful. There is something about this bench that makes sitting incredibly comfortable. It’s probably the slant that keeps the spine in alignment while also keeping pressure off of your legs. I use this for a lot more than meditation. When my body is feeling sore, I take a few minutes to sit on it and stretch, keeping my spine straight and feel immediate pain relief. It’s great for tv watching, meditation, reading, etc. I couldn’t be any happier with it. I’m 5’4†and 130lbs btw and considered the small bench, but the standard size is perfect! I’m so glad I chose this size instead. I think if you’re under 5’4†you should definitely go smaller but this one works perfectly for me.
MyPOV
2025-05-15 16:36:40
First, this bench is very high quality and is everything as described: Solid but light-weight, comfortable. No padding required. The legs can be removed and all parts put in the linen bag it comes with for easy portability. Personally, I loved this bench from the moment I opened the box but love it even more now that I've experienced an unexpected benefit...I got the standard size to use for my prayer time. I was raised to have and still maintain good posture but I do have heavier thighs, not huge but also not skinny, and unexpectedly tight knees and ankles undoubtedly from injuries sustained playing sports. As such, though the seat itself has always been comfortable, for me, the kneeling position was surprisingly difficult. The discomfort would be so distracting I had to ease off every few minutes for relief. However, with daily use, my knees and ankles have gotten stronger and much more flexible such that I can now sit for an hour or more without discomfort. Now I just need to loose a little fluff off my thighs so that my feet aren't asleep when it's time to stand! Haha.I very much recommend this to anyone that needs to kneel more comfortably.
Karl Lopes
2025-05-01 14:34:19
I like the bench a lot and have been using it daily for about a week. When I kneel for extensive periods with a pad below my knees, supported by this bench, I do not have any joint aches.My only complaint (which takes some getting used to) is that my feet had to stretch outside the bench legs as there is not enough space for it to rest in between.
Zarina
2025-04-10 12:20:28
I have the darker choice. It is stylish and comfortable. Easy to take apart, assemble, and lightweight to carry. It is often used at my coffee table for meals in addition to meditation. I was afraid it would not be sturdy or I would feel off balance but it feels solid and people of various heights seem to feel it works for them. House guest like to try it out and are generally impressed. It is a bit of a conversation starter.The cotton tote it comes with was clearly ripped before I even took it out of the shipping box. The box was perfectly intact and the product was well cushioned in the packaging. So I wouldn't plan on the tote lasting for any length of time. This isn't a great marketing strategy since the bag has the company name. The underside of the chair has a wood brand with the logo, I think, but no one can make out the name when people want to know who made it. The bench isn't an awkward size to fit in a generic bag/tote but it would be nicer in the more fitted bag so the pieces don't wiggle about so much. Not a huge problem but since it is a top selling point on the product description and photos, I felt it was only fair to mention it.
Ms. COS
2025-03-12 21:48:36
I began using a bench because of hip problems, and have continued to use it now that my hips are fine, because it makes my breathing freer and posture better. This bench is both beautiful and stable, but still easy to put together and take apart for traveling on weekends, etc. Nice.
Walter
2025-03-09 14:14:04
I own three of these style chairs/stools and this is by far the most comfortable one. Even without a cushion, the contour, groundedness, and stability are top notch. Easy to assemble, great customer service, and a perfect product.10/10
Anita
2025-03-08 18:10:29
This stool is not comfortable. It looks lovely and can support my weight fine, but the height of the short stool (for those about 5 foot in height) is really too low for anyone with any stiffness in their knee joints to sit correctly with their legs wrapped under the seat. Also the tilt of the seat and solid wood does not make for a comfortable perch for continuous sitting for meditation. I may have done better with the higher sear, and I may have to create a pillow in order to use this little bench at all. It certainly does not relieve pain.
Ant
2025-03-07 10:51:02
I have a mild scoliosis and have struggled to find a comfortable meditation posture. This has been a godsend! Would have given 5 * but for the cost. Even allowing for the shipping it’s a bit pricey. That said, I took a punt and it payed off.
Erin
2025-02-24 17:13:10
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Robert Longpre
2025-02-23 14:58:04
When I first got this bench for Christmas, I was really looking forward to trying it out. Up until that point, I was just using a rectangle stool. It was pretty comfortable and it was better than sitting on my feet. My body, at this point, cannot sit in the lotus position. Right off the bat, I could tell that the quality of the bench was extremely high, the pieces were thick and sturdy. It was quick and easy to assemble. I am about 6'3 and opted for the 20" inch bench. The slant took some getting used to and I always had the sensation that I could slip off. After a week, I decided I was going to return it. I was used to my stool and figured I could just by a wedge for my bum, to get that slant, for a fraction of the cost. After 2 days of returning to my stool, I changed my mind. After using the bench for a week, I never noticed how sore my bum was using the stool. Needless to say, I cancelled the return and have not looked back. I am meditating for an hour to an hour and a half now and I am very comfortable. No back pain, No bum pain. Thank you for producing such a high quality bench and for helping me to continue to grow my meditation practices. Well worth every dollar! Rob
Customer
2025-02-14 18:40:51
There is very little to dislike about this bench. It was very simple to assemble and fit me perfectly. I'm 6' and my legs are very comfortable. The height is just right. My first few meditation sessions using the bench were the best I've experienced.I've not had to use IKUKO customer service, but the contact info inside the packaging made it clear that they are there for you.If you're looking for a comfortable bench, this is it.
Customer
2025-01-28 20:38:51
This is an amazingly designed product. So easy to put together and take apart making it easy to take with me. I’ve had knee surgeries and ankle injuries that make it difficult for me to kneel and sit on my heels. This product causes no pain or discomfort in the knee and is repatterning my biomechanics so I can now kneel and sit on my heels when on the ground. I saw some reviews saying to get the larger size or to have more inclusive sizing. I don’t really understand that. Size is true to measurements/height recommendations. I wonder if those people were sitting in it incorrectly. This product is awesome
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