The LiberNovo Maxis is coming to Australia — and pre-orders are now open. It's LiberNovo's first ergonomic chair engineered ground-up for big and tall users — fitting people roughly 178–200 cm and supporting up to 181 kg. Order the Maxis in your choice of two Australian configurations — the fully mechanical Maxis Manual or the top-spec Maxis Airflow — with first stock expected in roughly 8–12 weeks.
What is the LiberNovo Maxis?
The Maxis is the first line LiberNovo has built specifically for big and tall bodies, rather than a standard chair with a wider seat bolted on. Most large-format office chairs are simply scaled-up versions of a regular model — the proportions change, but the engineering doesn't. LiberNovo took the opposite approach, designing around the three problems that let a bigger body down in an ordinary chair: a seat too shallow to hold longer thighs, a recline that turns unstable under heavier weight, and lumbar support that fades before the afternoon is out.
It launched globally on 16 June 2026 as part of LiberNovo's triple release alongside the Omni SE and Omni Pro. As the official authorised LiberNovo dealer in Australia, Aussie Chair is bringing the Maxis to Australian and New Zealand buyers.
Who the Maxis is for
The Maxis targets a genuine gap in the Australian market. It's built for users around 178–200 cm (5'10"–6'7") and rated to 181 kg (399 lb) on a BIFMA-certified reinforced frame. Most heavy-duty office chairs sold here cluster at 150–180 kg ratings and are conventional foam chairs — think Buro Roma, Persona 24/7 or an AFRDI Level-6 rated seat — none of which offer dynamic or motorised ergonomics. If you've searched for a "big and tall office chair Australia" or an "office chair for a tall, heavy person" and only turned up generic heavy-duty stools, the Maxis is aimed squarely at you.
Standout specifications
The headline big-and-tall feature is the 52 cm ultra-deep seat, which supports long femurs that overhang a standard 43–48 cm seat. The backrest and headrest are scaled to a taller spine, and the recline is engineered to stay controlled under heavier loads.
| Specification | Detail (metric) |
|---|---|
| User height fit | 178–200 cm (5'10"–6'7") |
| Weight capacity | 181 kg (399 lb), BIFMA-certified reinforced frame |
| Seat depth | 52 cm ultra-deep platform |
| Shoulder width | 430 mm (~43 cm) |
| Waist width | 520 mm (~52 cm) |
| Backrest height | 63 cm |
| Headrest | U-shaped; 140 mm vertical, 120 mm horizontal travel |
| Armrests | ~130 mm forward/back, ~127 mm height, 40–60 cm width |
| Recline system | 6-spring Controlled Recline System |
| Recline positions | 5 — 105°, 115°, 125°, 135°, 160° |
| Backrest | Bionic FlexFit (eight flexible panels) |
| Support | Dynamic Support System, up to 60 precision joints |
| Base | Aluminium-alloy with 360° swivel casters |
| Certification | Greenguard Gold (low emissions) |
| Warranty (global spec) | 5-year frame (extendable to 6), 2-year electronics; 7-day free trial through Aussie Chair |
The five recline positions aren't just angles — LiberNovo names them for how you'd use them: Deep Focus (105°), Balance (115°), Solo-Work (125°), Soft Recline (135°) and Recovery (160°). All are held by a 6-spring Controlled Recline System that firms up progressively as you lean back and by body weight, so the recline doesn't sag under a heavier user.
Manual, Electric or Airflow: the three configurations
All three Maxis versions share the same reinforced big-and-tall frame; what changes is the lumbar and cooling tech.
| Configuration | Lumbar | Added features | Upholstery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual | Manual lumbar | OmniStretch optional | Micro-elastic fabric |
| Electric | Motorised lumbar | Motorised OmniStretch stretch | Micro-elastic fabric |
| Airflow | Motorised lumbar | OmniStretch + Active AirFlow seat ventilation | Gabriel Atlantic fabric |
Globally, the Manual is the entry point (no motor, less to fail), the Electric adds motorised lumbar and the OmniStretch spinal-decompression stretch, and the Airflow tops the range with a centrifugal fan that circulates air through the seat cushion. Australia now gets two of the three: the fully mechanical Maxis Manual (Graphite) and the top-spec Maxis Airflow (Graphite or Glacier) — both orderable on the same Maxis product page. The Electric isn't offered locally; if you specifically want it, tell us and we'll factor it into future orders.
How the Maxis relates to the LiberNovo Omni
The Maxis inherits the Omni platform's core technology — the Bionic FlexFit backrest, the Dynamic Support System and the motorised OmniStretch stretch — but recalibrates it for higher body mass on a reinforced frame. The difference is fit. The LiberNovo Omni and Omni Pro are standard-sized dynamic chairs that suit average frames wanting premium comfort and cooling. If you're larger than average, the Omni may feel tight where the Maxis fits. For a full rundown of the platform they share, read our LiberNovo Omni review.
Maxis vs the Herman Miller Aeron for big and tall
The Herman Miller Aeron in Size C fits taller users up to around 6'7", but it's rated to 159 kg (350 lb) and sits at maximum capacity there. The Maxis is rated higher, at 181 kg, and is built ground-up for big-and-tall proportions with a deeper seat and wider shoulder and waist. For heavier users near or over the Aeron's ceiling, the Maxis is the frame-appropriate choice. If you're weighing Aeron sizing, our Aeron size guide walks through A/B/C fit.
Availability and price in Australia
Here's the position. The Maxis launched globally in June 2026, with international shipping beginning after roughly 10 August 2026. In Australia, pre-orders are now open through Aussie Chair as the authorised dealer — order the Maxis Manual or Maxis Airflow on the product page, with first stock expected in roughly 8–12 weeks.
Current Australian pricing for both configurations is listed on the Maxis product page. We won't quote overseas launch prices here — they don't reflect what a chair costs landed in Australia, and importing directly adds delivery and GST costs plus long waits, without local warranty support.
The honest cons
LiberNovo is a young brand without the decades-long service and warranty track record of Herman Miller or Steelcase — a real consideration when you're spending four figures. The global spec lists a 5-year frame warranty (extendable to 6) but only 2 years on electronics, so on the Airflow the motorised lumbar and stretch are the parts to watch — the motor-free Maxis Manual sidesteps that question entirely, at the cost of the powered features. Reviewers have described the wider Omni platform as "good rather than bulletproof", with hinges and seams that hold up in daily use but aren't especially heavy-duty. And while a 52 cm seat is a boon for long femurs, buyers with a shorter torso and long legs should confirm the depth suits them — ideally by sit-testing a related model first.
FAQ
When is the LiberNovo Maxis available in Australia?
Pre-orders are open now through Aussie Chair, the authorised dealer. First Australian stock is expected in roughly 8–12 weeks, and the exact arrival day will be published on the Maxis product page once freight confirms it.
Which Maxis configuration is available in Australia?
Two: the fully mechanical Maxis Manual (Graphite) and the top-spec Maxis Airflow with motorised lumbar, OmniStretch and Active AirFlow seat ventilation (Graphite or Glacier). Both are on the same product page — pick the configuration under "Chair Model". The Electric isn't offered in Australia for now.
How much will the LiberNovo Maxis cost in Australia?
Current Australian pricing for both configurations is on the Maxis product page. We don't quote overseas launch prices — they don't reflect the landed Australian cost, and direct imports miss local warranty support.
Is the Maxis better than the Omni for tall and heavy users?
For big-and-tall users, yes. The Maxis is built on a reinforced frame rated to 181 kg with a 52 cm deep seat and wider shoulder and waist, where the standard-sized Omni may feel tight. The Omni and Omni Pro remain excellent for average frames wanting premium comfort and cooling.
What is the weight capacity of the LiberNovo Maxis?
The Maxis is rated to 181 kg (399 lb) on a BIFMA-certified reinforced frame. Big-and-tall guidance suggests choosing a chair rated comfortably above your actual weight, so someone sitting right at the limit should confirm fit and factor in that margin before buying.
How tall do you need to be for the Maxis?
It's designed for users roughly 178–200 cm (5'10"–6'7"). The 52 cm seat, 63 cm backrest and U-shaped headrest with 140 mm of vertical travel are scaled for a taller spine, so shorter users would likely find it oversized.
Who is the authorised LiberNovo dealer in Australia?
Aussie Chair is the official authorised LiberNovo dealer in Australia. We stock the Omni and Omni Pro today and are taking Maxis pre-orders now — Manual and Airflow — with delivery across Australia and New Zealand and local warranty support.
Pre-order with Aussie Chair
Pre-orders are open on the Maxis product page — choose the Manual or Airflow configuration — with first Australian stock expected in roughly 8–12 weeks. As the authorised LiberNovo dealer, we can also sit you down with the related LiberNovo range today at our Sydney showroom (Unit 11, 46-50 Wellington Rd, South Granville) or Melbourne showroom (shop 1a/280 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading), so you can judge the platform in person before you commit. We deliver across Australia and New Zealand. Contact us with any questions, or plan a visit via our showrooms page.