Best Gaming Chairs In 2023 - Secretlab, Mavix, Razer, And More (2024)

Best Overall Gaming Chair

Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 Series

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Best Premium Gaming Chair

Mavix M9

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Best Value

Mavix M4

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Best Lumbar Support

Razer Iskur

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Best Compact Gaming Chair For Travel

The Foldable Gaming Chair

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Best Gaming Bean Bag

Moon Pod

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Since 2014, Secretlab has led the way with its ever-growing line of gaming chairs, honing its craft to offer the best combination of price and quality you can find. Secretlab's 2022 series improves on the 2020 Series in virtually every respect. The Secretlab Titan Evo gaming chair is our pick for the best gaming chair you can buy today thanks its combination of quality and price.

In a nice change of pace, Secretlab only made one design for the Titan Evo. Rather than splitting up features between the Omega and Titan, there are now three different sizes of Titan Evo chairs with the same features. On top of that, the chair sizes were specifically made to fit a wider variety of users, with the small even more compact than the previous Omega, the regular falling between the Omega and Titan, and the extra large rounding out the group as a better alternative to the Titan XL.

The Titan Evo may look pretty similar to the 2020 Series at a glance, but it has subtle improvements that make a big difference. The lumbar support has a pair of adjustable dials to help you find optimal support. It also automatically adjusts to your sitting position. Meanwhile, the pebble seat base provides excellent support for your bottom, thighs, and legs. This time around, the 4D adjustable armrests attach magnetically, and the memory foam head/neck pillow is also magnetic, eliminating those pesky straps.

The Titan Evo has three different materials: NEO Hybrid Leatherette, SoftWeave Plus fabric, and NAPA leather. The NEO Hybrid Leatherette is designed to be more durable than the Prime 2.0 leather, while the SoftWeave Plus utilizes a new automatic stitching technique to create layered colors that stand out.

Leatherette models start at $429, SoftWeave Plus editions start at $469, and NAPA Leather starts at $899. We'd recommend going with the NEO Hybrid Leatherette or SoftWeave Plus for the value.

Mavix is a relative newcomer to the gaming chair space, but it's already made waves thanks to high-profile streamer sponsorships and a dedication to quality. Mavix currently has four gaming chairs, each of which share a similar design. The Mavix M9, the company's most extravagant and expensive chair, is the comfiest chair on this list and comes in as our pick for the best premium gaming chair.

Unlike most of the other chairs on this list, the M9 doesn't have a racing seat look. Instead, it's designed to resemble a high-end ergonomic office chair with subtle flair. The back has a two-piece design, with an ergonomic lumbar support and a backrest that gets wider as it rises. It's supported by a thin mesh covered in premium fabric that has a far more cushiony feel than you'd expect. Meanwhile, the seat is covered with Mavix's M-Breeze fabric (similar to PU leather) and filled with cool-gel memory foam that helps keep your bottom comfortable through long gaming sessions.

The M9 is highly adjustable, allowing you to find the right settings that work for you. The backrest reclines to 127 degrees, and a tension dial provides even further customization for your recline. The backrest can easily be moved up and down, which changes the positioning of the lumbar support. The M9's construction also allows for seat depth customization, which can be important for ergonomics when it comes to leg comfort. It's also fitted with roller blade-style wheels for a smoother roll and has 4D armrests.

From a comfort standpoint, the Mavix M9 is a step above the other contenders on this list. It's also far more expensive, so it's ideal for those who sit at their desk for hours on end every day. The comfort combined with the wealth of customization features make the Mavix M9 a clear standout in its price range. The M9 is available in four color schemes: black, white, black/blue, and black/white. You can add Elemax massage technology to the M9 and footrest as separate costs.

While the Mavix M9 is our pick for the best premium gaming chair, not everyone can (or wants) to shell out around $1,000 for a chair. If you like the M9's design, another great option is the Mavix M4. As Mavix's lowest priced gaming chair at $444.44, the M4 is the best combination of performance and value on this list.

The Mavix M4 retains the shape and general features of the M9, including the wonderful dynamic variable lumbar support. Where it mainly differs is the materials. The M4 uses cooling mesh on both the backrest and seat cushion. While it doesn't have the superb memory foam seen in the M9, the seat base still the cleverly implemented curvatures that make it comfortable to sit on for lengthy gaming sessions.

The M4 has locking wheel casters, but these are conventional wheels unlike the rollerblade-style units featured on the M9. The M4 can recline back and lock into place, though not as far as some chairs on this list. It also has an adjustable headrest that removes the need for an additional pillow. You can go for all black or grab one of the three two-tone designs with different colored backrests: blue, red, or green.

Mavix also offers a separate footrest for the M4 as an add-on, and you can get the Elemax massage technology added, too.

Razer's first foray into the gaming chair market is a dream, and it was in consideration for the top of our best gaming chair list. The Razer Iskur is a stylish and innovative ergonomic gaming chair that features the best lumbar support we've tried. While most gaming chairs have a small, detachable lumbar pillow, the Iskur has an ergonomically designed lumbar support that's central to the design of the chair. It's large and contours to the shape of your back, providing support across a larger area. The lumbar support is also unique in that it's adjustable, so you can position it to the shape of your spine.

The fine-tuned customization extends far beyond just the lumbar support. You can easily tinker with the angle and height of the chair, and its 4D adjustable armrests allow movement in multiple directions so you can find your perfect position. It also comes with a detachable head cushion made of memory foam. The Iskur is made with high-density foam that molds to your body for optimal comfort, and it's wrapped in synthetic leather that is both soft and durable. As a Razer product, it's unsurprising that it has a cool design. The jet black color and green stitching give it that iconic Razer look.

Even though the Iskur is a wonderful ergonomic chair, it does have a couple of downsides--both of which are apparent before you ever sit on it for the first time. It's also sort of a pain to assemble, with screws that are tough to secure and heavier parts than you'd expect. You'll want to assemble it with the help of another person to avoid as much frustration as possible. That said, if you are in need of better lumbar support, the Iskur is as good as it gets.

If you're six-foot or taller, it's recommended that you go for the Razer Iskur XL, as it has a more spacious design with a taller backrest.

For something a bit different, check out The Foldable Gaming Chair. This unique option resembles a traditional folding lawn chair, but it's far more comfortable than you might expect. With ample cushions and a clever shape that provides support for your back, bottom, thighs, and arms, The Foldable Gaming Chair is a great option for your game room. It's quite wide and supports up to the 350 pounds.

This chair has a couple of novel benefits. As the name suggests, it easily folds--just like a lawn chair--and comes with a bag to store it in. This design perk could prove useful for space-conscious users who might not necessarily want a bulky chair taking up precious floor space. Plus, it's incredibly light, which makes it an ideal travel companion.

The Foldable Gaming Chair has a built-in cupholder, and a stemware compartment for a wine glass. On the other armrest, you'll find a compartment for accessories and devices like controllers, cables, and your phone. There's also a spot to hang your gaming headset.

The Foldable Gaming Chair retails for $199, but right now you can get it for only $149.

Bean bag chairs have long been a gaming staple, especially for kids and teens. Admittedly, the average bean bag chair isn't the most comfortable option for adults. The Moon Pod, however, is anything but an average bean bag chair. While not technically a "gaming product," the Moon Pod absolutely works as a high-end living room chair for those who want to sit closer to their TV while gaming (especially for those games where the text is annoyingly small). It also works well for those who are working from home and need to take a break from their office chair. Unlike most bean bag chairs, the Moon Pod's design is specifically aimed at providing an ergonomic lounging experience. The Moon Pod contours and adapts to your positioning, providing back and lumbar support. The bean bag, which is appropriately shaped like a pod, features high-density beads that are packed to simulate the sensation of weightlessness, and it's incredibly relaxing to sink into.

At $300, however, the Moon Pod is extremely pricey for a bean bag, and there are add-ons that raise the price even more. The Crescent back pillow, which is helpful for additional back support, tacks on another $129 to the price. For that reason, we recommend just getting the base product first to try it out before snagging any add-ons, though we will say the combination of the Moon Pod and the Crescent feels absolutely incredible.

The Moon Pod itself is also quite large, taking up approximately four square feet, so you definitely need to have a spot picked out for it or somewhere that you can store it between uses. That said, this is the most comfortable bean bag chair around and checks all of the boxes for a solid living room gaming chair.