The 11 best gaming chairs of 2022

Gaming is now an activity in its own right, comprising hundreds of millions of aficionados and other followers. With its advent on computers, more and more demanding gamers want to enjoy excellent playing conditions, allowing them to make the most of gaming moments. The gaming chair is, in this perspective, particularly popular, in the sense that it welcomes you with Deluxe comfort during your longest gaming sessions. We invite you to discover our comparison of the best cheap gaming chairs , before turning to the buying guide, which is full of information on the buying process.

Comparative table of cheap gaming chairs

The 11 Best Cheap Gaming Chairs of 2022

Let’s make a quick methodological point. In order to carry out the sorting and to prioritize our selection, we based ourselves on consumer opinions, tests and technical characteristics. Using criteria, we were able to objectively estimate which products offer the best value for money, while remaining on a reasonable price range. Let’s discover without further delay the ranking of the best gaming chairs .

1. Secretlab Titan et Omega

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Features & Reviews

Secretlab undoubtedly stands out as a genius manufacturer, and its Omega and Titan series confirm this. Similar in many respects, they differ however in terms of user specifications, the seat and the cushions. The best Omega gaming chair in our comparison is intended for users under 1.80 m and under 110 kg, where the Titan is more generous, for people up to 2 m and 130 kg. Regarding the seat, the point goes to the Titan, which offers an equalized seat .

Very concretely, you will be able to sit cross-legged, which the Omega does not allow (or, in any case, in a much less comfortable way). The difference is more tenuous for the cushions, namely that the lumbar cushion is directly integrated into the Titan (like a car seat) where it is “free” on the Omega. Apart from these differences, the models shine with their technical characteristics. The very solid steel structure , supported by 5 feet and thick casters, promises great durability – especially since the products are guaranteed for 3 years .(5 years under conditions). Despite the weight of the chair, the assembly is ultimately quite simple, even if it is preferable to be two to finish it quickly and smoothly.

The documentation provided by Secretlab (based on steps and pictograms) is well thought out, but is in English… Fortunately, you can count on the YouTube video provided by the manufacturer to mount your gaming chair. Comfort, meanwhile, is unmatched: whether you opt for the basic PU leather covering , NAPPA or the original SoftWeave – plush and enveloping texture – you can only appreciate the case in which you slip into.

The benefits are also such that those suffering from back, lumbar and cervical pain can only be the most satisfied. The only possible improvement on this point ultimately concerns the armrests, which could benefit from a softer touch. That point aside, it’s clear to us that the Secretlab Titan (and Omega) gaming chair stands out as the best gaming chair. A high price, certainly, but amply justified by the prowess.

2. MaxNomic Leader Black

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Features & Reviews

MaxNomic, a NeedForSeat brand, wanted to enter the big leagues with its Leader Black gaming chair . Well know that it is totally successful. The brand masters its subject from A to Z with this seat and even has the luxury of coming and shaking up the Secretlab Titan on its own territory, in all areas: finishes (a little better on the Titan all the same, it must admit), comfort , design , general manufacturing quality ; in short, everything is good on this seat .

In terms of comfort and adaptation to the body, the MaxNomic Leader Black is sold in three different versions : one with a gas piston to accommodate a person measuring less than 1m80 , another for players whose the size is between 1m80 and 1m93 and, finally, the latest version for large sizes from 1m94 to 2m00 . In all three cases, the maximum recommended weight is 130kg , even if the seat can support up to 150kg. For the rest of the body, adjustable lumbar support and 4D armrestscomplete the experience by allowing you to really customize as much as possible according to your morphology and according to the activity in progress: you will potentially need a different setting for a film session than for a game on Valorant.

Of course, for such quality you have to be prepared to spend the price that this MaxNomic Leader Black seat costs. But if you can afford it, you just have to go for it. If you want to know more about the brand, do not hesitate to consult our page on Maxnomic gaming chairs .

3. Razer Iskur

Features & Reviews

If you’re looking for a high-end gaming chair, there aren’t that many choices. Apart from SecretLab and its Titan for example, it is difficult to find very good quality on a chair dedicated to gaming. But that was without counting the brand with the three green snakes, the so-called Razer . Specialized in the field of gaming for many years, with always high quality products, whether keyboards, mice, headsets, PCs or accessories, the American company is everywhere. Their Razer Iskur gaming chair therefore reflects the spirit of the company, namely taking into account the needs of gamers to offer them suitable products .

Back pain is one of the reasons people buy a quality chair. And this is precisely the number 1 argument of the Razer Iskur . Its lumbar supports are developed in an exemplary way, undoubtedly better than all the other current chairs or almost. The lumbar cushions placed on this gaming chair are equipped with a jack system, allowing the person seated on it to adjust the backrest on the fly to best fit their morphology. It is therefore not something simply “comfortable”, but something totally personalized .

Apart from this feature, the Razer Iskur masters its subject everywhere. But mastering is not a sign of perfection: for such a price, some gaming chairs from SecretLab will be preferred on the overall finishes and the general comfort of the product. It is therefore necessary here to choose between the excellent lumbar support from Razer and the almost perfect overall comfort of the Titan chairs.

4. SongMics OBG62B

Features & Reviews

Let’s start strong in terms of value for money with this gaming chair from SongMics, a recognized manufacturer in the industry. Offering a wide seat and a beautiful depth, this model is above all qualitative in terms of the choice of materials. There is thus an easy-care PU cover, as well as various high-density padding to support the different parts of your body. Note also the practical facilities, like the height of the seat which can be adjusted to a little less than 10cm, the foldable armrests or the screw preventing the structure from loosening. At this price, everything seems very well made.

It is therefore quite logical that a clear majority of consumers, more than 80%, give a rating of 4/5 or 5/5. With this in mind, they value both the comfort and the ergonomics of the model, praising its value for money in passing. Regarding the ease of assembly, if the score is reasonable at 3.9/5, some users still regret a difficult hardware to assemble for neophytes, especially with regard to the armrests.

Overall, we appreciate the excellent value for money of the chair, because while it is certainly not free from flaws, it has the advantage of offering great performance at an affordable price. Note that for beginners, external help (physical or online tutorial) may be welcome in addition. For our part, we want to value the comfort of the gaming chair , because while some users certainly regret padding that is a bit too hard, the quality of the foam as much as that of the cover manages to create an envelope, like a second skin. Most pleasant for a successful immersion.

5. mFavour TOP-08

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Certainly a bit more expensive than the previous one, this gaming chair offers a leatherette covering. In addition to deploying superior comfort, faux leather comes with obvious thermal properties, allowing you to capture your body heat to heat the material for a long time. PU leather, however, is only a glimpse of comfort, which seems to be the model’s main asset. There is thus a cushion lined with lumbar support, as well as a high-density cotton headrest offering soft support. Note also the qualitative standards of the materials, like the steel metal alloy frame, offering perfect resistance and therefore real durability. Ergonomics, finally, is ensured by the inclination of the backrest as well as the adjustment of the angle of the backrest, the armrests or the height of the seat.

In the same way as before, this inexpensive gaming chair is therefore praised by many consumers, 68% of whom award the maximum score. They boast both comfort and value for money and, above all, many of them appreciate the ease of assembly, a relatively rare point. While customers recognize the quality brought to the frame, some however regret the slightly more fragile armrests, and therefore recommend observing their durability over time. Others, on the other hand, have noticed squeaking after some time of use.

Overall, we will still appreciate the value for money of this model, undeniable both in the eyes of consumers and in ours. Again, in this price range, it will not be possible to demand perfection, but we recognize that the choices made by the manufacturer in the design of this chair appear to be most relevant.

6. Amazon Umi

Features & Reviews

The cheap Umi gaming chair is now in the top 5 with a product in the same price range as the previous one. Available in three color duos, this gaming chair from Amazon focuses on comfort, using a cushion for lumbar support and a footrest. To gain in relaxation capacity, the model also offers a maximum inclination of 135° (compared to 180° for the previous model), the famous footrest and armrests which are also adjustable. In addition to optimally supporting your body, this model can support a weight of up to 170kg.

We thus find, inevitably, hyper cheerful consumers, 80% of them awarding a score of 4 to 5/5. Unlike the first model, which indeed seemed to be a problem for beginners for assembly, this is apparently not the case with this one.

It is, in our view, one of the most balanced offers that Umi offers us here. by Amazon. The promise is not usurped: the comfort of the material will welcome you for the longest gaming sessions! On the other hand, it is possible that some models squeak according to some consumers. The classic solution is always lubricant with a little mechanical oil.

7. DX Racer 5

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Let ‘s find a good inexpensive gaming chair whose price is certainly higher than the average of the selection, but which has the advantage of presenting undeniable advantages. This, starting with its comfort: if we regret a maximum weight supported of “only” 100kg, among other things because of a low thickness, we recognize the advantages of the rest of the model. Its cushions, in particular, appear to be of the highest quality and cushion the head, neck and kidneys while the structure supports the back and the seat comforts the posterior and lower back. You can also personalize your comfort, since the backrest is adjustable and can even be tilted at 180°, enough to have a multifunctional use!

Its obvious qualities confirm it in a position of popularity with consumers, more than 70% of whom give a score greater than or equal to 4/5. They mention, in this spirit, the support and the comfort provided by the backrest, the seat and the cushions, and appreciate the ease of assembly, which receives an honorable mark of 4.5/5. If they also value the quality of construction and finishes as well as the choice of materials, they are however disappointed with the armrests. Because these do their job well as such, they reveal a lot of play when you try to adjust them in height, and for which it is also not possible to operate a rotation. So prefer to leave them in place!

We therefore understand, therefore, that the only real defect of the gaming chair lies in its armrests which, it must be admitted, are not up to the rest of the structure. Let’s admit that it still does wonderfully well at this price, and that the levels of comfort offered are memorable. Gamer friends, you won’t get out of it!

8. Aiidoits Ergonomic Office Chair

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You will notice it without worries: the Aiidoits chair is not designed, basic, for gaming. But the only difference with a gaming chair in this price range is the design : no frills, no lines of colored thread, no visible logo either; here we have the bare minimum visual . In terms of comfort, the Aiidoits office chairis not recessed: the armrests can be adjusted in height, just like the headrest which can also swivel back and forth and the seat can of course also be adjusted in height. The lumbar support of this chair is adjustable in height over ten centimeters, it provides the necessary comfort and reduces tension in the lower back. The brand also specifies that its wheels are silent.

Finally, the overall fabric covering keeps a certain sobriety, although it is relatively messy compared to PU leather (and more difficult to clean). If you are looking for a model like this, we have made a selection of the best inexpensive ergonomic chairs .

9. Intey INTDJY02

Features & Reviews

Intey is betting on accessibility with this model, not only in reduction of 40% since its launch, but also offering an immediately applicable reduction coupon of 8 euros. The price, yes, and the performance too: its cushions maintain comfort levels, its backrest can be reclined in 4 positions, the seat height adjustable, and the armrests rotating on 2 axes.

The success is therefore very present, also more than 85% of consumers rate the product at 4/5 or 5/5. They highlight both the comfort and the value for money of this inexpensive gaming chair, but also highlight its ease of assembly. Some users still note some potential improvements, such as a wider seat for people with large thighs as well as a more balanced cushion in its support.

10. DX Racer 3

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Let’s find again Robas Lund, who chooses to convince us again on the comfort. Its seat with balanced reception and support is accompanied by a reclining backrest, which is adorned with two cushions for the lumbar and the head. We will appreciate a full leatherette covering, both aesthetic and comfortable.

From this perspective, comfort is obviously the most popular point with consumers, 90% of whom give the model a 4/5 or 5/5. However, customers regret that the maximum weight supported is only 100kg, which reduces comfort for people who are stronger or have bulky thighs.

11. IntimaTe WM Heart

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Let’s finish our comparison with this IntimaTe model, certainly one of the most accessible of the selection. Especially in blue, where the price drops below 100 euros! We appreciate that the model achieves the essentials: its structure supports up to 150kg, and is adorned with a backrest with a slight inclination, between 90 and 105°. Its combination of synthetic leather and cotton, on the one hand, and head and lumbar cushions, on the other, form a comfortable duo.

This is also a point on which all consumers agree, who award a franc 5/5 both to the model, as well as on comfort and value for money. They recognize that obviously, at this price, we cannot expect prowess worthy of a higher range, but that at this price, it perfectly achieves the essentials.

Buying guide: How to choose your gaming chair?

The comparison has brought you the proof, we hope, that quality and cheap can rhyme, as long as we know how to choose. And that is the whole question in the end: which gaming chair to choose? To achieve this, we give you useful keys here, like the selection criteria.

Presentations, characteristics, advantages and price of the gaming chair

We all know the classic office chair, welcoming enough to allow you to sit on it to work, but whose comfort will not be memorable. The gaming chair, on the other hand, focuses above all on comfort: the quality of its foams as well as its padding and reinforcements come to support each member of your body to deploy maximum support. It is also a practical product, coming with armrests, a headrest, and sometimes even a support for the feet.

Obviously, due to their quality standards, even inexpensive gaming chairs require a certain investment, between 100 and 250 euros. The selection within this range will depend on your needs, so do not hesitate to refer to our criteria.

Where can I find a gaming chair? Our purchase recommendations

Several options are available to you. You can first opt ​​for physical and specialized stores. However, this will require you to devote some time to it, as long as you have this kind of sign nearby. Above all, once there, you will only have little objective information apart from the technical characteristics to be able to carry out a real comparison. It should also be noted that for storage reasons, these physical stores are obliged to offer reduced selections.

A second, more attractive option is then available to you: buying online. Via the different platforms, you can indeed buy a gaming chair with complete peace of mind, since you will have access to a wealth of information on each model. The choice is also much wider, because of the many models that can be found on the net. Last argument in favor of online sales: cost reduction and regular promotions allow you to find THE bargain!

How to choose your gaming chair? Selection criteria

As we indicated in the methodological point of the comparison, several criteria are the basis of our analysis and allow us to objectively compare the products. We invite you to use these criteria in turn to find the model that suits you the most, both in terms of your budget and your expectations and needs.

• Comfort: quality of the foam, seat and back support, cushions, etc.
• Ergonomics: reclining backrest, adjustable seat…
• Solidity: maximum weight supported, quality of materials, etc.
• Design and aesthetics: style and colors, quality of finishes…
• The ease of assembly

What are the best gaming chair brands?

Many manufacturers attach the label of “gamer” to their products, but this is often there for marketing purposes. It is therefore advisable to turn to trusted manufacturers, whose products are acclaimed for their quality.

• Secretlab and Noblechairs : these are two brands playing neck and neck in the top-of-the-range. They highlight Premium materials, optimal comfort and numerous configurations of armrests, seat and backrest.
• DXRacer
• AKRacing
• Empire Gaming
• Songmics
• RobasLund

We are aware that gaming equipment requires a certain investment, so several manufacturers aim to position themselves in the quality-price ratio niche. This is for example the case of RobasLund and Songmics, realizing the essential in terms of settings (inclination of the backrest, in particular) and comfort (support cushions, for example).