The LiberNovo Maxis is coming soon to Australia. 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. It isn't orderable here yet (expect a ~10-week lead time, with Australian pricing still to be confirmed).
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 will bring the Maxis to Australian and New Zealand buyers once it clears for local order.
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 |
The Manual is the entry point and, notably, the most durable choice for risk-averse buyers — with no motor, there's simply less to fail. The Electric adds motorised lumbar and the OmniStretch spinal-decompression stretch; the Airflow tops that with a centrifugal fan that circulates air through the seat cushion. The Maxis comes in Graphite across all three, with a lighter Glacier finish on the Electric and Airflow.
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 honest position. The Maxis is not yet available in Australia. It launched globally in June 2026, with international shipping only beginning after roughly 10 August 2026; for Australian buyers through the authorised dealer, expect a realistic lead time of about 10 weeks once it's orderable.
Australian pricing has not been released. Foreign launch prices exist, but we won't quote overseas figures as if they were Australian dollars — that would be misleading, and importing directly can add delivery and GST costs plus long waits. What we can say is that AU pricing is expected to sit above the Omni Pro's $1,799 AUD. For a confirmed Australian price, register your interest and we'll notify you the moment it's set.
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 the motorised lumbar and stretch are the parts to watch; the Manual configuration sidesteps that risk entirely. 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?
Not yet. It launched globally in June 2026, with worldwide shipping starting after about 10 August 2026. For Australian buyers ordering through the authorised dealer, expect a lead time of roughly 10 weeks once it's orderable. Register your interest to be notified when local orders open.
How much will the LiberNovo Maxis cost in Australia?
Australian pricing hasn't been announced. We won't quote overseas prices as AUD, as that would be misleading. AU pricing is expected to sit above the LiberNovo Omni Pro's $1,799. Register your interest with us for confirmed Australian pricing as soon as it's set.
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 the point of contact to register interest in the Maxis, with delivery across Australia and New Zealand and local warranty support.
Register your interest with Aussie Chair
The Maxis isn't in Australia yet — but you can be first in line. As the authorised LiberNovo dealer, we can 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. Once the Maxis lands, we deliver across Australia and New Zealand. Contact us to register your interest, or plan a visit via our showrooms page.