Gaming Chair reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 279 Reddit reviews across 27 subreddits and 59 posts to rank the best Gaming Chair brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/pcmasterrace, r/buildapc, r/BuyItForLife, r/gamingchairs, r/GirlGamers. Top-rated brands include Herman Miller (4.7/5), Secretlab (4.5/5), Steelcase (4.9/5).
Stats
Reviews279
Subreddits27
Posts59
Brands68
Products54
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#1
Herman Miller
4.7
(71)
"Definitely get a used Aeron! Like $350-500 on platforms like FB marketplace. After 20 years of hard use, still looks like new."
"Invest in a used herman miller aeron or similar, you basically live a lot of your time in the chair so get something that is good for you."
"Get a nice looking Herman Miller Aeron off Craigslist."
"The best gaming chair is an office chair that you have to go to a local office liquidator or chair seller and sit in yourself to find out which one is comfortable for you. I like my Herman Miller Aeron."
"I got one of those $200 Amazon ones and an expensive ass Herman Miller. Guess which one was more comfortable."
"The mirra is way more comfortable that the Aeron. I have had the Aeron, the Leap V2 and and Mirra. The mirra is probably my favorite of the 3."
"Herman Miller Aeron, used, can be had for $200-600. Will last decades, not months."
"I found my Herman Miller Embody at an office supply resale store for 50% off new price and it looked new other than a small dent in the armrest."
"That $100 chair from staples may look oddly similar to a $1500 Herman Miller Aeron chair but trust me, you absolutely will feel a difference."
"Herman Miller Embody"
#2
Secretlab
4.5
(43)
"After far too much time researching, i went with a secretlab chair. It was a good choice."
"I got a Secret Labs… I wont ever get anything else. Its super comfy and super solid."
"We have 3 secret lab chairs in the house and we all love them."
"I got myself a Secretlab Titan EVO XL and love it."
"With your budget, I would definitely recommend you look at SecretLab. Highly customizable, ergonomic, and is literally built for long hours of gaming."
"If you want a “Gaming Chair” brand I’d have to say Secret Lab. I’ve had a Titan XL chair from them for about 4 years now and it’s genuinely the best investment I made for my setup."
"I consistently use my secretlab almost every day for about 12 hours and have for the last 5 years."
"My secretlab is reaching 6 years, not even a scratch."
"My Secret Lab chair has actually helped my back since having spinal surgery 4 years ago."
"Bought a secretlab chair back in 2020 and love it."
#3
Steelcase
4.9
(29)
"A refurbished Leap chair from Crandall Office Furniture is your best bet."
"Buy a Steelcase Leap v2 from somebody on Craigslist. Your butt & back will thank you."
"When it comes to these gaming chairs. Don’t even consider them. I know the steelcase and Herman milller chairs are expensive but when you think about how much time you actually spend in a chair, it’s well worth it."
"Don’t buy a gaming chair, buy a good office chair. I like my Steelcase Leap 2."
"Steelcase Leap V2, Herman Miller Aeron, etc is what you need"
"Crandall Office Furniture Refurb Steelcase Leap v2."
"Just keep an eye on fb marketplace for steelcase/Herman Miller."
"Get a used Steelcase Leap V2 or a new other 'ergonomic office' chair if you want the comfort for long hours."
"Used office supply store. Look at steelcase leap, Herman miller Aeron."
"Don't buy a gaming chair. I have the Steelcase Leap v2. Absolutely love it!"
#4
Office Chair
4.7
(17)
"Just get a nice office chair."
"A well-priced office chair (200 - 400) will last a WAY longer, and provide way more comfort than 90% of gaming chairs."
"I don’t have an 'ergonomic' chair by any means, mine was $300 CAD i got at staples and i can sit with my legs up really comfortably."
"An ergonomic office chair. Trust."
"Invest in a good ergonomic office chair and thank us later."
"Get a good office chair. Far more comfortable, and likely cheaper for the quality."
"I'd recommend getting an office chair instead. They are usually more comfortable and cheaper than gaming chairs."
"Do not get a 'gaming' chair. Get a regular office one."
"Look into office chairs! they're rly comfortable, probably better than gaming chairs."
"Office chair, with good cushioning and lumbar support."
#5
Haworth
4.7
(6)
"I got a new Haworth soji for $125 $600 MSRP"
"For $500 go buy a refurbished Haworth fern or steel case almia."
"I'm shorter than you and I love my Haworth Fern."
"If you're buying new its hard to beat the Hayworth Soji for 500-600$."
"I have a Haworth soji, found it on discount for like 500."
"My son has a Haworth Soji that he has really liked."
#6
Serta
4.7
(6)
"Their memory foam chairs like the Hensley are just fantastic for my back."
"I got a Serta Hensley and it has been nothing short of a blessing for me."
"I got a Serta Hensley and it has been nothing short of a blessing for me."
"I’ve had quite a few chairs. Never sat in anything quite like my Serta chair."
"I personally really like Serta office chairs."
"Serta makes some nice office chairs that adjust a decent amount."
#7
Ikea
4.2
(6)
"Ikea Markus is the GOAT though I don’t know about sitting cross legged."
"IKEA Markus. Had it since 2014 and I work from home too. Still going strong"
"IKEA Markus. Any ergonomic office chair works, not a gaming chair."
"For the same price of a gaming chair you get a very decent long lasting one. And even for a fraction of the price you can get the IKEA Markus."
"Ikea Markus is the best budget one."
"To me it is a big chair, well priced and very comfortable."
#8
Backforce
5.0
(5)
"+1 for Backforce."
"Backforce.gg its the gaming brand from interstuhl, fully made in eu and outstanding quality!"
"By far the best i ever had. Use it for gaming and work and fits both needs. Recommended it to various people and they loved it all."
"Check out Backforce! Made in germany with 10 years of warranty. Got mine since october 2021 and it's still in really good condition."
"Backforce. Not only european company but actually made in europe."
#9
La-Z-Boy
4.6
(5)
"I use a la-z-boy office chair from Costco. It’s much more comfy than the gaming chairs I’ve used."
"I got an office chair a lot like this one a few years ago. I love it and it's still going strong."
"I got me a La-Z-Boy office chair from Costco and it's been great for 3 years!"
"We get the lazy boy office chairs. So comfortable for gaming and work."
"I just bo8ught the la-z- boy office chair from Costco.$$200 ish."
#10
Ergonomic Office Chair
4.8
(4)
"The best gaming chair is an ergonomic office chair that you can try out in person."
"Never buy a gaming chair. its only for show."
"Dont get gaming chairs, try looking for ergonomic office chairs instead."
"An actual ergonomic office chair is what I would go for."
#11
Secret Lab
3.8
(5)
"I'm SO GLAD that I did, and considering how many hours a week I sit in it (I work from home too) it was 100% worth it."
"Secret Lab XL"
"Secret labs is also great."
"The secret lab titan evo is a good chair with a superior lumber system."
"I've owned a SecretLab Titan for a couple years and it's the biggest waste of $550 and my worst mistake ever."
#12
Crandall Office Furniture
4.5
(4)
"Partner and I bought Crandall Office Furniture remanufactured chairs. We love them and hate having to use any others."
"Crandall Office Furniture has refurbed / remanufactured high end office chairs."
"$50 over budget but worth it"
"Check out crandall furniture or btod to find refurbished office chairs for cheap"
#13
Blacklyte
5.0
(3)
"I can't recommend Blacklyte enough"
"Just bought a black lyte, same quality as secret lab I find lol, and not as expensive"
"I bought a Blacklyte Athena and I love it. So much more comfortable than the Secret Labs titan I had."
#14
AndaSeat
4.7
(3)
"I'd recommend checking out the AndaSeat Kaiser 4 gaming chair."
"I’ve personally owned the AndaSeat Kaiser 3 XL, and for anyone looking for a roomier option, it’s worth the investment."
"Good chair for comfort."
#15
Cybeart
4.3
(3)
"I have the wonder woman chair, and it's extremely well-made and supportive."
"Their chairs are heavy duty and can easily withstand the weight and height."
"Trying checking out cybeart. I recently saw that they launched new chair under under 300"
#16
Colamy
4.0
(3)
"Look at this one by Colamy"
"The Clatina/Costway/Giantex Mellet and the Colamy Atlas are worth considering"
"If you’re okay with a cushion seat + mesh *back* chair, look at the Colamy Atlas."
#17
Dowinx
4.0
(3)
"I have used a Dowinx chair for years and have never had any issues sitting in it for long periods of time."
"Dowinx Gaming/Office PC Chair... This is what I recently got and I am highly satisfied with it!"
"Dowinx on Amazon, so far so good!"
#18
Maxnomic
5.0
(2)
"Used one of those maxnomic chairs for 6-7 years and loved it."
"For the chair, I still swear by my maxnomic! Everyone I know who bought one still have the same one many years later."
#19
Desky
5.0
(2)
"Get the Desky Elite."
"For something that's at least $300 or $350, get the Desky Ace Ergonomic Chair."
#20
Corsair
4.5
(2)
"I can't recommend it enough. Underrated IMO."
"Has all the features you need... Super comfy."
#21
Shaquille O'Neal
4.5
(2)
"I got my dad(6'3) one of those Shaq office chairs for fathers day last year, and he loves it."
"I recommend Shaquille O'Neal Zethus Executive Chair."
#22
Noblechairs
4.5
(2)
"Im using a noble chair hero for about 5 years now and i swear it looks like the first day of use."
"I can also recommend noble chairs, i got the hero chair and it's plenty cozy for me :)"
#23
Gaming Chair
2.0
(4)
"Visit centerpoint they get the comfiest gaming chair."
"Just go to Ikea, try a bunch of office chairs and see whatever is comfy."
"You need to do more research before bashing the entire product."
"Don't buy a 'gaming chair'. They are all overpriced junk."
#24
Clatina
4.0
(2)
"The Clatina/Costway/Giantex Mellet and the Colamy Atlas are worth considering"
"If you'd accept an upholstered foam seat, the Clatina/Costway/Giantex Mellet and the Colamy Atlas are worth considering."
#25
Interstuhl
4.0
(2)
"From interstuhl. Although I'd take regular interstuhl chairs over the Backforce tbh."
"An ergonomic office chair from Interstuhl."
#26
Humanscale
4.0
(2)
"Consider looking for used high-end office chairs instead."
"The only mesh seats that are properly durable are made by high-end brands - Herman Miller, Steelcase, and Humanscale."
#27
Autonomous
4.0
(2)
"Back when COVID started and WFH became a thing I invested in an Autonomous chair. It wasn't cheap but all these years later ... the chair is still in great shape."
"I like the Autonomous Ergochair, FlexiSpot C7 & IKEA Styrspel that you listed."
#28
E-WIN
5.0
(1)
"The E-WIN Champion Series is a great choice, especially during their Christmas Sale!"
#29
Boulies Gaming Chair
5.0
(1)
"I've had a Boulies gaming chair for a few years now and it's brilliant!"
#30
Ergodesk
5.0
(1)
"Check out Ergodesk for comfort and style! They’ve got amazing options!"
#31
Ticova
5.0
(1)
"I got a Ticova, it's probably the best in its price range."
#32
Staples
5.0
(1)
"Fuck a gaming chair, get an office chair from Staples... The Hyken. 10/10"
#33
IKEA
5.0
(1)
"Any office chair from IKEA."
#34
Big & Tall Executive
5.0
(1)
"Look at Big & Tall Executive chairs."
#35
Ergohuman
5.0
(1)
"Switched to an Ergohuman v2 Ultra Mesh, best decision ever, and best all round chair I’ve ever owned."
#36
Secretlab Omega
5.0
(1)
"Secret Lab Omega 🪑"
#37
Steelcase Leap
5.0
(1)
"Stealcase leap, the normal ones are awesome and can handle big people"
#38
IKEA JÄRVFJÄLLET
5.0
(1)
"IKEA JÄRVFJÄLLET is about that price."
#39
Herman Miller Embody
5.0
(1)
"Embody."
#40
Noblerocker
5.0
(1)
"I got a Noblerocker Mars (Secretlab knock-off) and it is amazing."
#41
Boulies
5.0
(1)
"Ide check out Boulies if I were you, super comfy and mines still going strong after 3 years."
#42
Crandall
4.0
(1)
"Crandall leap v2 or used one off marketplace"
#43
Downix
4.0
(1)
"Just got a Downix chair and it's been great"
#44
Alfordson
4.0
(1)
"I’ve found 'Alfordson' office executive fabric comfortable."
#45
Branch
4.0
(1)
"My chair is from a company called branch. I got it during a sale they had. It's comfortable."
#46
Mesh Office Chair
4.0
(1)
"Get an office chair. There supposedly better for your back and more comfortable."
#47
Mesh Ergonomic Office Chair
4.0
(1)
"Bought mesh ergonomic office chair of amazon around 250 2 years now works fine."
#48
Lazy Boy
4.0
(1)
"Lazy boy from staples."
#49
Colomy
4.0
(1)
"I got the colomy atlas on amazon for $250, and it supports my whole back super well."
#50
OfficeChairsUSA
4.0
(1)
"Gaming chairs are a scam go on officechairsusa and get something you think you’ll like."
#51
Haworth Fern
4.0
(1)
"Have you thought about something like Haworth Fern or Herman Miller?"
#52
IKEA Markus
4.0
(1)
"Ikea markus maybe"
#53
Inland
4.0
(1)
"Their Inland Lightning chair won't break the bank and it's pretty big IMO."
#54
Tempurpedic
4.0
(1)
"Tempurpedic"
#55
Profim
4.0
(1)
"Profim (Norwegian owned, made in Poland)."
#56
Fractal Design
4.0
(1)
"Fractal Design have started making gaming chairs that are properly comfy. Swedish company."
#57
Noble
4.0
(1)
"Noble chairs . Secret labs chairs."
#58
Quersus
4.0
(1)
"I'm quite happy with my Polish quersus. The chairs are relatively ergonomic whilst still keeping the Gamer looks."
#59
Cellbell
4.0
(1)
"Cellbell one is nice and cheap."
#60
DXRacer
3.0
(1)
"A DX racing chair was the cul"
#61
Fractal
3.0
(1)
"Unless you have $500+ for a Secret Lab chair or Fractal Refine chair (I own a refine chair)"
#62
TTRacing
3.0
(1)
"Came across a brand named TTRacing that even have Marvel, Star Wars, Jujutsu Kaisen series on! Could be nice to have."
#63
Razer
3.0
(1)
"I bought the entry level Razer chair for $500 a few years ago. I got so sick of second hand chairs and cheap office chairs breaking down."
#64
Alienware
3.0
(1)
"I have the Alienware P4500, it's OK but it's not great."
#65
Respawn
2.0
(1)
"I had bought a respawn gaming chair with foot rest, and that thing sucks."
#66
Gaming Chairs
1.0
(1)
"Gaming chairs are scams, not comfortable and dont even look that good imo."
#67
Ergonomic Chairs
1.0
(1)
"No gaming chair is 'good' for your back... Get an ergonomic chair."
#68
Racing Chair
1.0
(1)
"Don't get a racing chair it will ruin your back!"
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