Best Foot Rest Australia 2026: Tested Picks

How we chose the best foot rests in Australia

A foot rest sounds trivial until you've spent eight hours with your feet dangling or jammed flat under a desk that's a touch too high. Raising and gently tilting your feet takes some pressure off the backs of your thighs and your lower back, and it makes it easier to sit with a more upright posture for longer. That's a comfort and ergonomics benefit, not a medical fix - but for a lot of desk workers it's the difference between fidgeting all afternoon and forgetting your legs are there at all.

We looked only at under-desk foot rests you can actually buy on Amazon Australia right now, then sorted the six picks by what each is best at rather than by a single score. They split into three clear styles: soft memory-foam cushions, hard tilting or rocking platforms, and adjustable-height stools. Prices run from ~$25 to ~$80, and we've spread our picks across that range so there's a sensible option whether you want the cheapest thing that works or the plushest cushion on the list.

Memory foam vs platform vs adjustable stool

The first decision is what kind of rest you want under your feet. A memory-foam cushion - like the BlissTrends (~$57) or the Everlasting Comfort (~$80) - is soft and supportive. Your feet sink in a little and stay cradled, which is the most comfortable option if you mostly keep your feet still. The trade-off is that foam doesn't move with you.

A hard platform - the StrongTek wooden footstool (~$51) or the Mind Reader plastic rest (~$59) - is the active choice. It tilts and, on the rocker styles, lets you keep your feet moving through the day. That gentle motion suits people who fidget or who don't like the parked-in-foam feeling.

An adjustable-height stool like the RingsTown (~$30) sits between the two: a firm surface, but with multiple height steps so you can fine-tune the level. If you're not sure which camp you're in, the foam cushions are the safer default for pure comfort, while the platforms win if you want to stay active.

Why a foot rest helps when you sit all day

When your chair is set for your desk, your feet often end up either dangling or pressed flat at an awkward angle. Both leave pressure on the backs of your thighs and pull your posture out of line. A foot rest lifts your feet to a more natural height and lets you tilt them, which eases that pressure, encourages a more upright sitting position, and helps circulation when you've been still for a long stretch.

To be clear, this is about comfort and ergonomics, not treating a condition - if you have a specific medical issue, talk to a professional. But for the everyday "my legs are restless and my lower back aches by 3pm" problem, raising and angling your feet is a cheap, low-effort thing to try, and it's why every pick here offers some combination of height and tilt.

A rocking or curved base keeps your feet moving

Staying completely still is part of the problem with long desk sessions, so several of our picks are built to let you keep moving. The StrongTek wooden footstool (~$51) tilts through three angles, and the Everlasting Comfort (~$80) has a base you can flip into a gentle rocker. The NOAEOU (~$25) and RingsTown (~$30) take a different route, using rollers across the top so your soles move even when the rest itself stays planted.

If you're the type who taps your feet or shifts position constantly, a rocker or roller surface gives that restlessness somewhere to go. If you'd rather your feet just rest in one comfortable spot, a plain foam cushion like the BlissTrends (~$57) is the calmer choice.

Non-slip base and a washable cover

Two practical details separate a foot rest you'll keep using from one that annoys you. The first is a non-slip base. A rest that slides away every time you reach for it is worse than no rest at all, so every pick here has a grippy bottom - the NOAEOU and Mind Reader use textured plastic feet, while the foam rests have non-slip fabric undersides that hold on carpet, tile or hardwood.

The second, for the foam models, is a removable washable cover. Sock-feet and bare feet make a cushion grubby fast, so the BlissTrends (~$57) and Everlasting Comfort (~$80) both have covers that zip off for a machine wash. The hard platforms sidestep this entirely - you just wipe them down - which is one quiet advantage of plastic and wood over foam.

Getting the height and tilt right for your desk

A foot rest only helps if it puts your feet at the right level for your chair and desk, so adjustability matters. The RingsTown (~$30) leads here with six height steps, while the Mind Reader (~$59) spans roughly 3.5 to 6.5 inches and adds a tilt adjustment, and the StrongTek (~$51) offers three tilt angles plus height options.

As a rough guide, you want your thighs roughly level with the floor and your feet flat on the rest with a slight upward tilt at the toes. Taller desks need a taller rest; if you're shorter or your chair sits high, a multi-step model lets you raise the rest to meet your feet. The fixed-height foam cushions still give you two settings via their stacked layers, but if your setup is unusual, the adjustable platforms give you the most room to dial it in.

Footprint under a crowded desk

Desks fill up fast with cables, a tower, a bin and whatever else, so the rest's footprint counts. The plastic platforms and the wooden StrongTek are the most compact and the easiest to shove out of the way with a foot when you stand up. The foam cushions take up a bit more floor, but they're light and slide easily, and the Mind Reader weighs only about 5.5lb so it lifts out with one hand.

If your under-desk space is tight, lean towards one of the platforms; if you've got room and want maximum comfort, the foam cushions are worth the extra floor space.

Which foot rest should you buy?

For most people the BlissTrends Memory Foam Foot Rest (~$57) is the easiest call - soft, supportive, washable cover, two heights, and by far the longest track record on this list. If you want to keep your feet moving, go for an active platform: the StrongTek wooden footstool (~$51) for a sturdy rocker, or the Mind Reader (~$59) and RingsTown (~$30) for adjustable plastic options. Spend the least on the NOAEOU roller rest (~$25), or step up to the Everlasting Comfort (~$80) if you want the plushest, most versatile foam cushion with a rocker base.

Prices and availability on Amazon Australia move around, so check the current figure on each listing before you buy.

Frequently asked questions

Is a memory-foam foot rest or a hard platform better?

It depends on how you like to sit. A memory-foam cushion such as the BlissTrends (~$57) or Everlasting Comfort (~$80) is softer and more comfortable if you keep your feet still. A hard platform like the StrongTek (~$51) or Mind Reader (~$59) tilts and rocks, so it suits people who prefer to keep their feet moving.

Does a foot rest actually help with posture and circulation?

Raising and tilting your feet takes pressure off the backs of your thighs and lower back and encourages a more upright sitting position, which many desk workers find more comfortable over a long day. It's a comfort and ergonomics benefit rather than a medical treatment - if you have a specific health concern, see a professional.

What height foot rest do I need for my desk?

Aim for your thighs roughly level with the floor and your feet flat with a slight toe-up tilt. Taller desks need a taller rest. Adjustable models like the RingsTown (~$30) with six height steps or the Mind Reader (~$59) at 3.5 to 6.5 inches let you fine-tune the level to your chair.

Will a foot rest slide around on the floor?

Every pick here has a non-slip base to stop that. The plastic platforms use textured feet and the foam rests have grippy fabric undersides that hold on carpet, tile or hardwood, so the rest stays put when you reach for it.

Can you wash a foot rest?

The foam models can. The BlissTrends (~$57) and Everlasting Comfort (~$80) both have covers that zip off for a machine wash. The hard plastic and wooden platforms just need a wipe-down, which is one small advantage of those styles.

Which foot rest is the best value?

The NOAEOU roller rest (~$25) is the cheapest way to try one, though it's a newer Amazon AU listing with only 60 ratings. For a proven all-rounder, the BlissTrends (~$57) backs up its mid-range price with more than 8,300 ratings, making it the safest value pick on the list.

Will a foot rest fit under a crowded desk?

The compact plastic platforms and the wooden StrongTek (~$51) take up the least floor and are easy to nudge aside with a foot. The foam cushions need a little more room but are light and slide easily, and the Mind Reader (~$59) weighs only about 5.5lb so it lifts out one-handed.