Office Chair vs. Gaming Chair

[willhub]

Those Nitro Concepts S300 chairs how do they stack up in the grand scheme of trash gaming chairs? I've had one for years but never used it long term, not more than a few hours at a time, don't use it at all now really no space. But I recall it was never totally comfy, felt like it doesn't support the back well?

 

[panthro]

Not sure if this is the right place to ask or even a question that can be answered, but what is the best chair you can get? I spend hours in my chair during the day when I'm wfh. I also want to do some gaming after work but I tend to not want to spend anymore time in the chair! It's an IKEA office chair, which isn't bad but not super comfy by any means.

 

[srekal34]

Not sure if this is the right place to ask or even a question that can be answered, but what is the best chair you can get? I spend hours in my chair during the day when I'm wfh. I also want to do some gaming after work but I tend to not want to spend anymore time in the chair! It's an IKEA office chair, which isn't bad but not super comfy by any means.

Generally the most rated would be top end offerrings from Herman Miller, Steelseries or Humanscale. Probably the most famous chair in the world is Aeron, but it's not to everyone taste - it prioritise cooling over support. If you have problems with your back, then Embody is the one to get.

 

[SpellowHouse]

Not sure if this is the right place to ask or even a question that can be answered, but what is the best chair you can get? I spend hours in my chair during the day when I'm wfh. I also want to do some gaming after work but I tend to not want to spend anymore time in the chair! It's an IKEA office chair, which isn't bad but not super comfy by any means.

Look for an operator's or 24/7 chair, and not a Chinese one! Ideally, from a manufacturer that makes three sizes, so you can get the right size.

 

[Meddling-Monk]

Finally joined this group.

Got my first Aeron C (I'm a large and heavy fella), with all the adjustments available (but only standard fitting on the armrests, as the leather option I've been told impedes breathability).

Very pleased with it. The default height mine came in was perfect for me, my legs are the right length that I'm not impacted by the plastic rim of the seat that may irritate others.

Also arrived much sooner than expected. Although there was stock already at hand so that might have had a hand in it. Was expecting 2 weeks, but arrived in 1 from ordering.

 

[$anch3z]

I bought an Aeron a couple of months ago, having previously had a Steelcase Please I was a little concerned it would not offer the same comfort.

However, the Aeron promotes a better posture for me and my back is thanking me already. I went for a refurb and it arrived in perfect condition.

 

[Nasher]

I have to say...I bought an AK racing chair (a cloth one) maybe 10 years ago and it has no wear on it at all and even the foam still has its shape. It's used most days too. I think I paid about £130 for it at the time, seems like a bargain now.

 

[Mr Jack]

Secret labs titan evo is very firm but comfortable. Should last a long time.

After 3 years mine has a really annoying creak I can't get rid of.

 

[Somnambulist]

Just got my Leap v2 re-upholstered for £100. Boring black office cloth begone! Also got replacement arm rest pads off eBay as the originals had gone a bit yucky. Would look like a new chair if it weren’t for the chrome bits but tbh I don’t care, it was much cheaper to restore it than pay for a new HM or Steelcase model in the new working from home age.

After the upholstery the next job was making the black plastic look less faded and scratched. Bought some Solution Finish used for restoring black plastic car trim and while it doesn’t look brand new, it looks miles better than before - quite pleased with myself tbh. The final thing I’d like to do is sort out the chrome finish base but I don’t think that will be as easy a fix and I might be better off just getting a replacement part.

 

[eurokage]

I'd recommend refurb Steelcase office chairs. I owned the Steelcase Leap (v1) for many years, and currently sit in the Steelcase Gesture. Both are excellent with tons of adjustability and long-term your back will thank you.