Willing to spend a bit more if worth it. [–]danny_b87 7 points8 points9 points 2 years ago (0 children), Counterpoint, I bought a DXracer chair for $350 1 year ago and its the most regrettable purchase I have ever made, [–]djlewt 18 points19 points20 points 2 years ago (3 children). Gaming chairs are a marketing ploy. There are lots of reasons to invest in a chair dedicated to gaming, but the biggest one of all comes down to comfort. The first thing you should look for in a new gaming chair is … In all seriousness, don’t go gaming, find a really nice ergonomic office chair that you can sit in for hours and not get sweaty and won’t fuck up your back/posture. The purpose of gaming chair is to blend with your body flawlessly. The adjustable angle on the back makes it great. [–]HTWingNut[S] 64 points65 points66 points 2 years ago (12 children). Like I'm 6'7 and 240 pounds. [–]jonjennings 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (0 children). Best bang for buck. [–]ArtesianArtesian builds 4 points5 points6 points 2 years ago (0 children). Can't wait to get it. But we can all agree gaming chairs are brutal and not worth the money. Then when they go out of business, or even move offices a lot of times, they just liquidate them. At 5'11 and 165lb, I'm kind of in the middle between the two and don't know which is for me. That's a very good chair that was on sale for about $180 No bells or whistles. I have no affiliation with them, just a very pleased customer. If you're going to be sitting for long periods, do not cheap out on a chair. They're plenty comfortable and I'm sure you can find one for less than $100. It’s the worst purchase I’ve ever made in my entire life, and I prefer to sit in a metal folding chair I had lying around. Obviously they aren’t comparable in price but holy cow a DX racer offers nearly NONE of the ergonomic features,build quality, or warranty of one of those chair. The two most important factors of comfort are you position and how you have your chair adjusted. [–]SurrealSage 2 points3 points4 points 2 years ago (0 children). Great value and comfortable, [–]Shengrong 13 points14 points15 points 2 years ago (0 children). Look out for a used 'real' chair like a Herman Miller Aeron or a Steelcase Leap, you can sometimes find them in that price range (or cheaper if you're a good shopper!) Any recommendations/thoughts? When you have the means don't skimp on shoes, a mattress/bed, and an office chair; these are things that you constantly use and can have a huge impact on your joint health. Finished. I currently sit in one of these but have been thinking about switching for a long time. The DXRacer would be my first choice if money was no issue. I constantly change backstops and lower back tension throughout the day because its so mercilessly uncomfortable to sit in the same position for more than an hour at a time. I ended up with the IKEA Markus chair and it's fantastic! I’ve had it for 4 years and it looks/feels like it’s new. Are you still enjoying your chair? No the more expensive version has leather, the cheaper one is poly. Just a thought...I was looking at new chairs recently because the seat is basically worn out on mine. My advice is if you're shopping for chair, go to a local IKEA/office supply store and put your ass on some chairs, get a real feel before deciding on buying anything. My personal favourite is Steelcase. [–]InfernoZeus 3 points4 points5 points 2 years ago (1 child). $74.98 $ 74. Counterpoint, I bought a DXracer chair for $250 5 years ago and it's still holding up great, and still comfortable. less sweating? [–]GrayishEyes 4 points5 points6 points 2 years ago (0 children). [–]Wiggles114 2 points3 points4 points 2 years ago (0 children). Height adjustment and tilt. FREE Shipping. [–]readypembroke 3 points4 points5 points 2 years ago (0 children). Buy a more pricey but quality chair and you won't replace it nearly as often. SAVE25 code applied should reduce by $25. I bought a used Aeron and haven't felt any back pain unless I just end up slouching for a while. If you have a dealer you can try all the chairs and sizes as well. Looking for a good comfortable chair under $200 if possible (live in USA). Piggy back of of this, how's the other Ikea chairs? I got an Herman-Miller Aeron fully loaded on Craigslist for like $350 in great condition and it’s fantastic. you should be alright using any chair for 2-3 hours a day, so long as the rest of your lifestyle is active. I just got a Secret Lab Omega, and I love the thing. Not so cheap here in Europe. That's also true, but for people who sit in front of their PC's for 8 hours a day, better to get one that'll treat your back well. I did that a few times, replaced all within a year. Previously I had been using one of those DXRacer gaming chairs that cost twice as much but this Serta is much better and comfier. It feels great. Gradually I developed lower back pain over a few years, which was fixed by moving to a Steelcase Gesture. Makes sense. I use an antique oak and leather pub chair. Consider going a little higher. The gloss black version is $230, the cheaper gray version is $170. My wife and I both sit in Leap v2s that you wouldn’t even guess weren’t brand new and we paid 299 for each. Otherwise you should look into high quality office chairs made of mesh. [–]Vargurr 8 points9 points10 points 2 years ago (10 children), www.bjs.com - I've been trying to decide if I want to get one and torn between the Omega and Titan. I picked up a Steelcase Leap v2 from them for $200 cash. I’m about average weight after sometimes 8 hours of use makes your back and butt hurt. Same. Looks like they sell houseware, [–]Borikhr1 7 points8 points9 points 2 years ago (1 child). Because something can cause damage in the long term without seeming like it is in the short term. I got a nice clean one with little wear. I got the Staples Hyken about a year ago and its held up pretty well. get reddit … Can confirm this one is fucking awesome! Where can you get a 1k herman miller or steelcase for under 2000 dollars? Go to ikea. It looks perfect and everything works as it's supposed to, plus I've got that 10 year warranty. The lumbar support is a hard piece of plastic. (but not sports). I had a bit of back pain from using a cheaper chair for a long time. [–]sovnade 2 points3 points4 points 2 years ago (0 children). I had a free "base" and bought a new back for $100. Here are some of our top-rated cheap (compact-sized) gaming chairs of 2021. [–]Kilstar 9 points10 points11 points 2 years ago (0 children). The Best Gaming Chairs for 2021. [–]marvintran76 15 points16 points17 points 2 years ago (0 children), might have to check the location itself. See if you have a local Herman Miller certified dealer. But let's be honest, who here routinely cleans, conditions and maintains their gaming chair? The headrest seems to be a little higher than the Hyken if you are tall. Go to ikea, get something that feels nice, preferably mesh. https://www.chairtechs.com/phone/index. I've been looking for a chair that will let me tilt back and lock it into place, since I use my desk chair to watch tv (wall mounted above my desk) in the bedroom. It breathes so much better. Those are also well reviewed, but I think the seat's a couple inches narrower. [–]RolfIsSonOfShepnard 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (0 children). Let alone the fact that the lumbar support also shapes to your contour when you move. [–]OnyxKnight 4 points5 points6 points 2 years ago (2 children). Costco also sells a similar one for about 100, less lumbar support though if that's important to you. As someone that knows about Herman Miller, I should have bought a Herman Miller. [–]Cheese_N_Toast 8 points9 points10 points 2 years ago (2 children). unbelievable. Bazillions of adjustments. I have that lever! Suggestions are good but don't just take other people's words for it. So did I. I highly recommend a secret labs chair. [–]zack822 2 points3 points4 points 2 years ago (0 children). [–]Kmarkz 4 points5 points6 points 2 years ago (2 children). Pretty much. [–]Pokiehat 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago* (3 children). [–]HelloThereTheMovie 51 points52 points53 points 2 years ago (16 children). I bought a Steelcase Amia, and have been very happy with it. You might be afraid of going so cheap and... jump to content. The only good gaming chair is pewdiepie's and it's simply for the novelty aspect. Seat moves and is designed to bend at the tip so your legs feel less pressure. I found mine in a dumpster during an office remodel. So I crane my neck to see my screen until it annoys me and I go upright again. Chairs like these pretty much force you to sit good, but still...the way you sit in your chair still is the most important part. Word of advice. [–]Wauughlord 33 points34 points35 points 2 years ago (5 children). [–]loki993 14 points15 points16 points 2 years ago* (3 children). I couldn't agree more with everything you said! Links to the best budget gaming chairs we listed in today's budget gaming chair review video: 1. Doesn't sound ergonomic for your neck for it to be constantly upright without getting any rest, [–]MwSkyterror 3 points4 points5 points 2 years ago (3 children). I'll probably be able to use that chair for at least another year or two. Source? [–]EarnedErmine3 1 point2 points3 points 1 year ago (0 children). I think the overature is designed with big guys in mind. Get an ad-free experience with special benefits, and directly support Reddit. That stuff makes you sweat in the summer and will crack over time. Boom another $1000 chair free. $250 chair with headrest vs. $1200 chair without headrest. Best Cheap Gaming Chair 2021: Budget Chairs Under $200 Gaming chairs add style and comfort to your home setup, but they can be pricey. If you haven’t already tried it out, just a quick heads up. [–]beeblebr0x 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (0 children). Leather can last forever if you maintain it. I need to get more sleep lol, [–]BIGJFRIEDLI 6 points7 points8 points 2 years ago (0 children). One man's trash... [–]JMPopaleetus 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (0 children). Not as comfortable as the Markus, sure, but it's half the price. … Now I know it's not the greatest chair of all time, but it's working great for me. [–]Capokid 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (1 child). Honestly those gaming chairs aren't worth it unless you have a lot of money or sit for a long time. This includes Kansas City, Missouri as well as suburbs in both Kansas and Missouri. [Also, aren't the arm rests terrible? [–][deleted] 2 points3 points4 points 2 years ago (0 children), [–]JoaoMXN 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (2 children), Jesus, I searched this chair (Aeron model) here on Brazil and costs like 2000 USD :'(, [–]DarinDowNFaLL 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (0 children). Im a bit worried about buying a mesh chair. [–]agilly1989 40 points41 points42 points 2 years ago (3 children). You can probably find a secondary retailer that will have one for less, but won't have the lifetime warranty. Should I Buy a Used GTX 1080 to Start my Build? See it on … https://m2.ikea.com/us/en/p/millberget-swivel-chair-kimstad-white-00331707/, [–]Shrike-Alvaron 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (0 children). Especially gaming chairs pack tons of little adjustable features that suggest comfort, but actually don't do much for your ergonomics and add to the costs. Managerial and Executive Gaming Chair; 2. Really. And after three years there isn't a single visible spot of wear. [–]loliii123 12 points13 points14 points 2 years ago (2 children). Looked at this one myself. I've been looking for another chair, since I do the same thing, sit in a chair for 8+ hours. [–]HelloThereTheMovie 8 points9 points10 points 2 years ago (5 children), I did some research because I saw bit of "problems" that MadisonSeating had with HermanMiller in the past. Assembly is a bit intensive. I managed to find one for cheap and am waiting for it, [–]Tephnos 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (1 child). GTRacing Pro Series Gaming Chair - Best Budget Gaming Chair. Really good quality for $70 If you have any questions about the chair I've got, feel free to contact me. I also suffered immense back pain after as little as three hours or so of use. Plus, build quality seems strong. Although it may be at the top of the mid-range selection, it still offers great value for money. Neither of the fancy 'leather' executive chairs I bought before that could say the same thing - both of them looked like garbage after 4 years. After about 5 years on the Markus, I bought a Steelcase Leap (original model) from MadisonSeating.com for $230. Links to the best budget gaming chairs we listed in this video: 5. [–]K-LAWN 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (0 children). Bought this Serta Jennings chair from Office Depot last year and it's been really good, though I think it was more like $220 when I bought it so you could wait for it to go lower. Putting 'gaming' on a chair just strikes me like that "VR Ready" branded RAM. I personally have the workpro 1000 series if you want an example, [–]pedsnurse88 28 points29 points30 points 2 years ago (4 children). I might add car tires to that list as well, haha. Between the humidity and the cats, leather is a death trap with holes everywhere. I live in the south so for 75% of the year, leather = sweat, [–]ptfreak 7 points8 points9 points 2 years ago (0 children). [–]EmptyWalletSyndrome 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (0 children). Racecars are suped up stripped out cars that have comfort as an afterthought. [–]limpymcforskin 2 points3 points4 points 2 years ago (1 child), Autonomous ErgoChair 2 or even better their newer model which has a footrest on sale for the same price, [–]Jmcar441 2 points3 points4 points 2 years ago (0 children), [–]ssmbx 2 points3 points4 points 2 years ago (0 children). [–]Oculosdegrau 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (0 children). Get ones modeled after car seats, NOT RACING CAR SEATS. Best value under 100. Don’t buy one. See it on Walmart. One that doesn't say gaming and look like a race car seat. The chair's a good 50lb+ thing, so have someone help you put together. They also have a ridiculously short 2 year warranty which speaks to the level of faith they have in their products, compared to the 15-lifetime warranty of office chairs. Lever you're talking about is seat tilt adjustment if I'm thinking if the right one. ... for about 2/3 the cost of an entire new chair. Still looks fine, but no cushion. Wonder how they get them so cheap? By 21 Oak | Earns commissions. and join one of thousands of communities. [–]dustinarden 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (6 children). Money saved, [–]jonnyjonson314 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (0 children), [–]goy509 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (0 children), [–]Sharqawi_A 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (0 children). I've got their Millberget. Best Affordable Wireless Gaming Chair | X Rocker Surge. [–]TrapMaestro 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (0 children), I was also looking for a Hermon miller, but they were way out of my price range. Giantex Gaming Chair; 5. I agree people can sound a bit aggressive without knowing the context. [–]sledgehammer_44 11 points12 points13 points 2 years ago (2 children), Leather also makes noise.. especially if you wear a belt, [–]captain_carrot 22 points23 points24 points 2 years ago (1 child), [–]flockofjesi 17 points18 points19 points 2 years ago (0 children), Leather is very opinionated regarding belts and often won’t shut up about it; who needs that when you’re trying to game and/or masturbate, [–]FearLeadsToAnger 4 points5 points6 points 2 years ago (0 children). +Fabric upholstery+Large … The best budget gaming chairs can cost as little as $200 – and even under $100 in very rare cases. ], [–]CharcuterieBoard 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (1 child). I had an Ikea Markus, like this one at https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/00103102. RESPAWN-200 - https://amzn.to/33tyIrI 4. I personally have a AK overature and love it. No receipt or anything, and who knows how old it was before that. Give them a nice steam clean and/or hot water extractor and they'll be as good as new. $399 Chair, real Italian leather, same factory as Ferrari! [–]Yeet_the_Kids 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (0 children), Obviously a certain red and black chair that costs 399, [–]chronox21 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (0 children). By the time you feel the difference it is almost too late for your own health. For 200 Euros you can't expect quality execution across all these little bits and pieces and you will likely get a chair that is not only uncomfortable, but will also show bad tear and wear in short time. [–]skittlesndbeer 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (1 child). +infinity for finding a fancy furniture store and trying them first. https://m.samsclub.com/ip/essential-game-chair-new-padding-blue/prod22273233?xid=plp_product_1_1, [–]SeveralBowlsOfSoup 15 points16 points17 points 2 years ago (1 child), I read that as "sans club" and was really confused. [–]fp4 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (1 child). I have an Aeron and wouldn’t go back. Just want something comfortable. [–]Zebiusu 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (0 children), [–]dpm3d 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (0 children), [–]jedy617 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (0 children), [–]Paultingcs 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (0 children), None cos they’re stupid and dumb, get one that feels comfortable and doesn’t get caught in your desk. The headrest on the Hyken is basically unusable if you’re taller than 6 ft. Multiple color choices available. [–]TheSillyLion 9 points10 points11 points 2 years ago* (4 children). [–]mrkelley1 1482 points1483 points1484 points 2 years ago (104 children). No, they are used. I tried that out, but went with the Sorina, but +1 for Staples being an underrated place to find chairs! The Steelcase Leap gets all the good publicity but the Steelcase Amia is much cheaper and has almost the same amount of flexibility. It isn't what I would even call a comfortable chair either. I love it. Places like Madison seating will buy these chairs in bulk and then resell them at a higher marked price. [–]tstormredditor 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (0 children). Yes! Aye. Your wallet and your back will thank you. Thank god. Is this the model you're talking about. If you'd like spend ~$300 on a used Herman Miller chair (MSRP is around 1k for new) and your back will thank you. Easier to clean and maintain. It's more that you can get a second hand actual office chair (look for office surplus) for that price which is leagues better in ergonomics and build quality. Edit: the Embody is an absolutely out-of-this-world chair and priced like it. Best gaming chair for 2021: Top chair picks for PC or console gaming. I hate the natural glide system (the action of the seat pan sliding forward when you recline). I can’t remember the brand but I will try to find out. [–]Twinsen343 40 points41 points42 points 2 years ago (1 child), [–]randomguyguy 18 points19 points20 points 2 years ago (0 children), [–]ArtesianArtesian builds 21 points22 points23 points 2 years ago (9 children). If the DX Racer works well for you then fuck yea, the way you sit in your chair is really what matters. When it comes to the point of the best budget ergonomic chair then office chair is the pretty affordable chair under 100. It's not a big chair, but it provides lumbar support, 4 way adjustable arm rests with great range. I get that Leap V2 is highly adjustable but it really needs to be. I know you're looking for something under $200, but if you're willing to save an extra $100 I highly recommend a Secret Lab gaming chair. I did a bunch of Googling and YouTube searches and finally found a video that had an old enough chair with that lever -- but they never actually showed what it did. They are waaaaay more comfortable for long game sessions, [–]ChinaFlavoredWater 0 points1 point2 points 2 years ago (0 children). I just got the Hon Ignition II with lumbar and highly recommend it - it's by far the best chair I've ever owned. I always use both the lumbar and the head pillows. Steal. No submissions about memes, jokes, meta, or hypothetical / dream builds. I'll even give feedback/review here if that helps others. They’re alright, wouldn’t say terrible, I find myself sitting close to the desk with the armrests tucked under the desk so I don’t use them that much anyway. Best Office Pc Gaming Chair. [–]theuglybookling 4 points5 points6 points 2 years ago (14 children). MiscellaneousRecommendations for an affordable gaming chair? I'd suggest looking on their site and seeing if anything is to your liking, and using that information to search for similar chairs. I believe the base is rated to hold 300ish lbs, [–]Jalhadin 12 points13 points14 points 2 years ago (7 children). "Gaming" chairs would be fine at <$100 but their price is super inflated for whatever reason, whether to increase perceived value, or to cover their ubiquitous advertising expenses. It's about half the price of the Markus. Thanks, but those are pretty expensive as well. edit: Damn, response has been overwhelming. After spending days looking at reviews I had the thought to just buy a nice seat cushion from Amazon. I generally hit Reddit in the late (for me, at least) evening. Its almost always "on sale" for $120-$130, and has a 7-year warranty, so it should last a while. I have a herniated disk in my lower back so I have tried and researched just about every damn chair. Do not buy from staples/office depot/costco. On the second-hand market they're a fantastic value as well, especially if you've got any kind of tech industry in town. I also have this. My chair was brought to me in a big truck and packed in a gigantic cardboard box with an average amount of packing stuff. [–]Lordvaughn92 3 points4 points5 points 2 years ago (0 children), I'll second millberget. I love this damn thing. IIRC, the Steelcase Leap is now on their third generation and mine's a 1st. [–]edruler99 19 points20 points21 points 2 years ago (9 children), [–]fp4 11 points12 points13 points 2 years ago (5 children). [–]Rafa_Nadals_Eyebrow 21 points22 points23 points 2 years ago (1 child). It depends on how long you sit a day, general fitness (if you are lean and have good back muscle and core, it's much easier to maintain a good posture over extended periods of time), and how often you take breaks / stands (an adjustable standing desk would counter-act a lot of sitting damage, obviously) / etc. Access Denied It's just needless marketing to trick customers. Definitely do some research when you pick your chair. And to add the wings on the chair do absolutely nothing for you. [–]Scyter 2 points3 points4 points 2 years ago (1 child), My issue with ergonomic chairs like Steelcase and Herman Miller is that they don't have any with headrests. [–]Sugar_buddy 5 points6 points7 points 2 years ago (0 children). I second this. Which brings us to our next important tip boys and girls....always try a chair before you buy it because regardless of how many people say it's great it may not work for you. [–]yvngzone 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (0 children), i wouldn't recommend a "gaming chair" but get a good office chair for that price "gaming chairs" tend to not be that good for the money is what ive heard from some people that have them, [–]tarzan1848 1 point2 points3 points 2 years ago (1 child). Find chairs ] HelloThereTheMovie 51 points52 points53 best budget gaming chair reddit 2 years ago ( 0 children.! Investing in one of these but have been very happy with it packed in a new Ikea.... 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