23 Best Gaming Chairs of 2023

Aug 18, 2023

by Benjamin Barr | Last Updated: Mar 15, 2023

Should you even care? It's just a chair, right? Do you really need one of the best gaming chairs? Sure, some folks take their choice of gaming throne a little more seriously than others. But the fact of the matter is, between work and play, us gamers put in some long hours in our chairs. It makes sense to find something comfortable and supportive.

Best Overall

Secretlab Titan EVO 2022 Series

Best Budget

GTRacing GT099 Gaming Chair

Best for Consoles

X Rocker Pro Series H3 Chair

Of course, there's no practical way to test out every chair before you find "the one." So we’ve laid the groundwork for you. Below, you’ll find our list of the 23 best gaming chairs of 2023.

For a closer look at HGG's best gaming chairs picks, head to our Zoom In section below.

Now let's take an in-depth look at the top gaming chairs from the section above. Surely, you will find something to take your man cave (or woman cave) to the next level.

The best gaming chair overall

A chair of godly proportions, the Secretlab Titan EVO 2022 is the latest edition of the Titan bloodline that continues to exceed our expectations.

The Titan Evo features 3 different material options, and almost too many colors and special edition styles to count. But the customization doesn't stop there. This gaming chair package is one of the most polished we’ve seen and exemplifies Secretlab's keen attention to detail. From the precise stitching to the fluid adjustment knobs, to the robust 77-pound frame and aluminum base, the build quality of this chair is top tier.

We also dig the integrated lumbar adjustment system knob. By twisting this knob located on the side of the backrest, the lumbar zone of the chair protrudes or recedes to your preference — sort of like a built-in adjustable lower back cushion. This chair has received one of our best review scores to date. At an eye-popping regular price of $500, we encourage our readers to look for it on sale. Secretlab will sometimes get pretty aggressive with their sales, and at these times, we’ve seen some of their models up to $100 off.

We’ve featured specs for the "Regular" size, but keep in mind that Secretlab produces the Titan Evo in a Small size (<5’6″) and in XL (5’11"-6’9″).

The best budget gaming chair

Many a gaming chair is paired with an eye-popping price tag. Not this one! For gamers on a budget, GTRACING found a way to offer a feature-rich racing style gaming chair for under $150. Quality PU leather, neck and lumbar pillows, adjustable armrests, and reclining from 90-170° round out this chair nicely. Add that all together, and you’ve found our pick for the best gaming chair for the money.

It isn't a slouch in the looks department, either. The GT099 model features stylish racing stripes, matching pillows, and colorful accents on the five-star base. Plus, GTRACING offers this gaming chair in 10 color styles, so you’re sure to find one that looks sweet with your setup. Another nice feature? The GT099 can rock back and forth — making it the fidget spinner of chairs.

The best console gaming chair

The X Rocker Pro Series H3 is hands-down the best all-purpose gaming chair for the living room.

The four integrated front speakers and 4-inch subwoofer offer plenty of oomph. Supplement that oomph with the vibration motors that sync with the audio's bass tones, and you have a force to be reckoned with. Another neat feature about this model is that you can connect this to other X Rocker chairs and play in multi-game mode. It's sure to be a smash hit at your next LAN party.

The best luxury gaming chair

Check out this next-level collab between Herman Miller x Logitech G. Herman Miller is a newcomer to gaming chairs, but they’ve been the #1 force in the office and ergonomic furniture industry for years. If you want Herman Miller's best yet, it's going to cost you. How much, you ask? Well, the full-featured Herman Miller Embody Series Chair flutters around the $1500 price point. Yowza!

It's a significant investment, yes. But if you’ve already sunk a few $1000 into your office, what the hell, right? The graceful, organic curves and Logitech light blue accents will make your heart flutter whenever you lay eyes on it. And, Herman Miller claims it will improve your focus, enhance your health, and responsively accommodate your every move and posture shift.

Made in the USA, The Embody is one of humanity's best attempts to minimize the damage done when sitting for over 6 or even 8 hours a day. Couple an ergonomic chair with short breaks in between bouts of gaming/working as well as daily exercise, and you’ll be on the path to sustainable wellness. All it costs is $1500.

The most comfortable gaming chair

Anda Seat is one of the leading gaming chair brands in Asia, and they are making their move on the US market. If you have a penchant for extra pillowy seating such as La-Z-Boy type chairs, Anda Seat's Kaiser 3 chair will be right up your alley. We should know. One of our team members uses an Anda Seat chair on a daily basis, and they now turn up their noses at the sight of lesser chairs. It is easily one of the best gaming chairs under $400.

One of the highlights of this chair is the extensive lumbar cushioning built right into the body of the backrest. There's also a deluxe neck pillow that attaches to the top of the backrest via magnets and provides sweet, sweet relief following those late-night gaming sessions. Of course, the Kaiser 3 also comes with a high-density foam padded seat unit to take care of the rest of you.

It is a shame that they decided to skimp out on the armrests, which unfortunately don't feature much padding. That didn't stop it from making our list — the sleek all-black style with a premium presence and feel won't disappoint.

The best pedestal gaming chair

The RESPAWN 900 Gaming Style Recliner is RESPAWN's latest model. In our humble opinion, the absolute must-have feature on this chair is the cup holder built into the left arm. Another round of drinks, you say?

In addition, there's a removable side pouch that hangs off the left arm that's easy to access too. And RESPAWN didn't stop at 135 degrees of recline — they’ve also built in a fully extendable footrest for ultimate comfort while gaming. It doesn't get better than the RESPAWN 900 for comfortable, laid back play sessions.

The best value gaming chair

This High-Back Racing Style Chair from Homall is a plus-sized gaming throne. It may not have all the bells-and-whistles, but heavyset gamers will be hard-pressed to find a gaming chair that's better for the money.

What kinda features are we talking? The Homall Racer has an upgraded Class-3 gas lift verified by SGS that supports up to 300 pounds. Homall also offers this chair in multiple colors — even pink and purple! It doesn't have much in the way of ergonomics, but you can recline the backrest up to 180 degrees for a mid-match catnap.

The most stylish gaming chair

If you’re a fan of the racing aesthetic, you’ll absolutely adore the COUGAR Armor One Royal. It features a classic racing silhouette, with a tall backrest, side wings, and a bucket seat to keep you securely in place while you go for victory in your favorite game. In terms of color options, COUGAR offers a single or dual-tone palette, with matching trim going all around the edge of the chair's frame — as sleek as can be.

The COUGAR One doesn't just look incredible, either. The chair is also wildly comfortable, its diamond pattern creating little pockets of cushioning that support your body and encourage airflow. Top it off with 3D armrests and a unique free-wheelin tilt mechanism, and the Armor One Royal offers everything you need to dominate like a COUGAR.

The best rocker gaming chair

X Rocker is one of the OGs of gaming chairs and a popular brand in the eSports community. They’ve got 17 years of making fun and sturdy gaming furniture- which is something many brands just simply can't match. Their newest pedestal chair lineup is definitely worth a gander, as it's loaded with top-notch ergonomics, built in speakers, and a rang of styles.

For our roundup, we chose the X Rocker Trident as the standout among the others. The Trident features a 4.1 Wireless Audio System, and a subwoofer that will enhance your gameplay or movie watching with real-time vibration. The pedestal base is more suitable for carpet, just make sure there is enough space to utilize the swivel action.

The best recliner for gaming

A recent addition to our list, the Devoko massaging gaming recliner is an excellent choice for those gaming on a TV. The faux leather is comfortable, and the massaging feature is going to create a perfect way to relax. The installation is a breeze, and Devoko also includes a 12 month warranty and easy-to-reach customer service. Relative to many of the chairs on our list, this is a smaller chair and as such we do not recommend it for taller and/or heavier gamers.

The best bean bag for gaming

Large and heavy gaming chairs aren't everyone's cup of tea. Enter the humble bean bag chair, great for smaller spaces and TV gaming.

This bean bag from Big Joe is available in a variety of colors and even has pockets for your game controllers and water bottle. It also has an internal zipper seal, which enables you to refill this bean bag as needed (bean bag beans compress over time). Big Joe sells the ‘UltimaX’ refill beans online so you can be sure your bean bag chair will never fail you.

The best minimalist gaming chair

In contrast to the typical "flashy" gaming chair, the RESPAWN 110 pares things back to the essentials. In doing so, it sets itself apart and elevates it above most of the competition. Of course, the RESPAWN 110 is still incredibly stylish, with a simple two-tone palette and a touch of chrome to spice things up.

While the RESPAWN 110 doesn't boast the most features, it has everything you need to play in comfort. There are no flashy gimmicks in sight, yet you still get essential functionality like swivel, recline, and tilt. Factor in the mid-point price, and the RESPAWN 110 is a top-tier gaming chair at a price you can't beat.

The best short & small gaming chair

For women and men of shorter stature, there are pretty slim pickins when it comes to gaming chairs. Californian company AKRacing decided to fix this problem with the one-of-a-kind Californian Series.

Most gaming chair manufacturers design chairs for men and seem to think the bigger and heavier the chair, the better. If you’re on the shorter side, say under 5 feet 2 inches, and you want a high-quality gaming chair, this is it. It's assembled in minutes and boasts fantastic craftsmanship for petite folk.

For more gaming chair options for those gamers with a smaller stature, check out our best gaming chairs for short people roundup.

The best big & tall gaming chair

The ultra-tall back and wide seat of the Vertagear PL4800 is suited for the big dawg gamers. With a weight limit of 360 pounds and accommodating heights over 6 foot 6 inches, even the Dr. Disrespects of the world will be happy as a clam in this chair. A solid steel chassis will handle everything you throw at it, and the perforated PU leather and matching seat cushions offer comfort in style.

If you’re big & tall seeking a chair specifically made for you, the Vertagear PL4800 has you covered.

The most breathable gaming chair

If you’re looking for a sturdy and comfortable racing style chair, you can't go wrong with the Cooler Master Caliber R3. It boasts a strong steel frame that's able to support a variety of body types and features an extra-thick 10cm base to keep your underside nice and snug.

Perhaps most impressive about the Caliber R3 is Cooler Master's new-and-improved perforated PU leather that lines the backrest and lumbar cushion. This synthetic lining provides exceptional airflow and will help keep you cool as you crank up the heat in your favorite titles.

The gaming chair with the best lumbar support

If you know gaming, you know Razer. It's about time we give them some recognition for their high-end gaming chair, the Iskur. Made from multi-layered PVC synthetic leather, you have to consider that you are paying for more than just a brand name. We chose the Razer Iskur as the best lumbar support gaming chair because of it's superior ergonomics. The cushions are high density foam that won't wear out.

The Iskur is also available in an XL size that will fit up to 6’10" in height and 400 lbs. If you’re looking for a more affordable option from Razer, they did design the Iskur X as a substitute although the design features a little less support.

The best gaming chair with memory foam

The Corsair T3 Rush is thoughtfully designed with your comfort in mind. It features a dreamy PU foam core surrounded by layers of thick yet breathable fabric that's as soft as a cloud. Then there's the cherry on top – a memory foam lumbar cushion that melts away worries and stress like a professional masseuse.

Naturally, the Corsair T3 Rush has all the ergonomic features you could ask for, including 170° recline and 4D (yes, that's four directions) armrests! With the T3 Rush, it's easy to enter the zone and stay there.

Corsair is renowned in the gaming world, and their customer service is top-notch. Expect reliable performance and overall quality with the T3 Rush.

The best PU leather gaming chair

If you simply want a racing chair with the key features for a fair price, look no further than E-WIN. Of course, with a sub $250 price, it doesn't have all the bells and whistles. But E-WIN delivers the chassis in a surprisingly stylish package.

The combination of PVC materials on the sides and bottom, soft PU leather upholstery, and a nylon base is a formula for success in the gaming chair world. E-WIN followed this formula well and found a way to offer the goods for a fair price. This Calling Series Racing Chair is a serious contender for the best cheap racing style gaming chair for the money.

The best leather gaming chair

German gaming brand Noblechairs makes some exceptional equipment for gamers. If you’re not a fan of the oftentimes gaudy appearances of some of the racing type chairs, Noblechairs’ ICON chair has an understated and elegant look. The chair's quilted pattern on the backrest — and metal accents throughout — both exude style and professionalism.

In fact, Noblechair's entire line-up of gaming chairs is beautifully crafted and designed with world-class ergonomics and components. One prominent standout feature worth mentioning in the ICON Series Chair is the genuine leather upholstery option. Get real top grain leather or go all-out luxurious with Nappa leather.

Best gaming chair around $100

If you must find a gaming chair under $100, we’ve got one you need to check out: the OFM Essentials Racing Style Chair. With a whopping 9 colors to choose from, they’ve likely got your favorite color calling your name. Notably, some colors are priced higher than others — we’ve seen the green color as low as $65. But in most cases, this chair will leave you around $80 lighter.

The two-tone design and contoured padding are aesthetically pleasing. It may not deliver the same number of style points that a full racing style chair does, but there's no denying its got some flair.

The best office chair for gaming

The NeueChair from Secretlab is a one-size-fits-all office chair perfect for gaming. What makes it unique, exactly? Well, Secretlab constructs every NeueChair using the highest-quality materials, including aluminum for the frame, robust polyurethane for the armrests and casters, and proprietary NeueMesh for the seat. The latter is a robust, resilient fabric that virtually eliminates all pressure points on your body. It's truly something you have to experience to understand.

On top of all that, nearly every component on the NeueChair is adjustable, from the armrests to the backrest and base. It may be an office chair, but make no mistake — the NeueChair has everything you need to game in supreme comfort.

The best ergonomic gaming chair

The Steelcase Leap is the winner of numerous awards, including Wirecutter's best office chair of the year, and it is Steelcase's best selling chair. One of our team members has used this chair daily for over a year, and he thoroughly recommends the Leap as a sturdy companion. He even goes so far as to say it was the vanquisher of his back pain woes.

What makes this one of the best PC gaming chairs? The Leap uses a technology called Liveback. This term describes how the chair dynamically adjusts to your seating position. If you’re looking to invest in a chair with sound ergonomics, look no further. Thankfully, it is a little less expensive than some of their newer models, and it's even available refurbished at a significant discount.

The best mesh gaming chair

A unique looking chair, the RESPAWN 200 comes in significantly lower than most quality gaming chairs that hover around the $300 price point. Not only does it have a flair of its own — with the side panels bolstering the headrest part of the chair — RESPAWN also incorporates mesh in the high-back area. For gamers who run a little on the warmer side, the boost in breathability will be a welcome feature.

In addition to these fresh design elements, there's also an integrated lumbar support unit. We hadn't seen this type of lumbar support in a chair yet. It is difficult to adjust, but it does get the job done. Indeed, the chair isn't flawless, and the look may not be for everyone. But give points to RESPAWN for trying new things in a space that sorely lacks innovation.

High Ground Gaming was one of the first online publications to start writing about gaming chairs, with related articles tracing back to the early twenty-teens. Over the years, we’ve produced dozens of articles on the topic, ranging from buying guides to in-depth interviews with professionals.

For this particular guide, our team has spent a cumulative 250 hours researching the most popular gaming chairs from more than 75 brands big and small. Unlike other publications, we’ve also gone hands-on with nearly every brand mentioned above, and we have a backlog of individual gaming chair reviews to prove it.

Alongside our own knowledge of the space, we also take into account user reviews (both positive and negative) during our evaluation process. Then, we compile the data and come up with a list featuring the very best gaming chairs on the market. In short, all of this experience and research adds up to recommendations you can trust.

We hope you’ve found the perfect model for your setup.

Happy Gaming!

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