Beginners 101 - How to Choose the Perfect Gaming Chair

Gaming chairs can offer excellent lower lumbar support which is great for your back and come packed with all of the ergonomics that you need in a chair. These chairs are not only made for gamers but are becoming a favourite for anyone that works and sits in front of your desk for long hours.

But when it’s time to choose your gaming chair, you'll realise how many options are out there making it more confusing to know which one is best for you. 

So how do you choose the perfect gaming chair? 

Don't worry, we’ve got your back. This guide will help you pick the best chair for your needs and you will learn what makes an excellent gaming chair, how to choose the best size, and a lot more. 

Adjustable Armrests

Whether you’re gaming or working, remember that your arms need adequate support when sitting in your gaming chair. Plus, you also need to have the freedom to move and stay comfy. 

If seated for hours, we suggest that you choose a gaming chair that sports 2D or 4D armrests. They should be designed to offer support to your forearms, elbows, and even your wrists.

These armrests help optimise seating ergonomics while relieving any pressure along the shoulders and allow you to move the armrests up and down, front and back and in and out. 

Cold Foam Padded Seats

Choose a gaming chair that features cold foam padding seats. If it sports cheap padding, you won’t get adequate comfort for long. 

Another thing to note is if you’re sitting, and your knees feel its steel frame beneath the padding, it’s another sign that it won’t be comfortable for prolonged sitting. 

Why do we suggest cold foam padding seats? It’s because these give your body continuous support, and are also more durable compared to regular foam.

This type of foam is firm yet soft. So even if you’re sitting on the gaming chair all-day-long, you’ll still enjoy the comfort it provides.

Backrest

When testing the backrest of your gaming chair, you need to consider two things: adjustability and support. You can check by positioning the chair's pillows against the curve of your spine. 

Play with the chair's recline until you find the perfect positioning. Your back will feel relaxed and comfortable because of the support it gives. 

To check its adjustability, set the reclining position in different positions. You can angle it all the way back or position it upright. All these should be easy to shift and you should not have any problems doing so.

After making the adjustments, determine if you can stay in those positions for lengthy hours.