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Are gaming chairs that comfortable?

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  • Yes you should buy one.
  • Probably did or didn’t 7 months ago when the question was asked
  • Just try and get on with a Lumbar Pillow. I hadn't had one before and when I first got my chair (it's classed as a gaming chair) it actually hut my back. 2 months down the line it's done wonders for my back and posture in general..
  • Yes. Yes and Yes. I bought myself a gaming chair for my office :) First is very comfortable and stable and extremely ergonomic for long hours of binge working in front of a computer. I love the way it supports my elbows during work. For me it's worth the money just for that.
  • Dreambox
    Dreambox Posts: 27 Forumite
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    I recently bought a chair for my desk too. I pass a lot of time sitting that I started having some problems with my back, so I decided to buy a gaming chair and it helped me a lot with my back problems! Mine has also massage, so when it starts hurting a bit, I sit and enjoy the massage! :)
  • JMKelley
    JMKelley Posts: 9 Forumite
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    Yep - they are. I was recently converted into buying one a while ago after getting rid of an old IKEA computer chair. They are really comfy and great for posture correcting as well. 
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  • red_eye
    red_eye Posts: 1,211 Forumite
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    edited 7 May 2020 at 10:46AM
    I’d go for a decent office chair.
    but I have a sparco chair it’s ok. I went for a proper racing seat then one of them gimmick racing seats
  • ZeroG82
    ZeroG82 Posts: 18 Forumite
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    Don't get suckered in by these expensive gaming chairs however. A lot of them you are paying for a brand name that gives no extra benefits. I've never paid more than £100 for one and I've had a few last me 5+ years.
  • SovOque
    SovOque Posts: 12 Forumite
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    They are very comfy but it's cheaper to go for a good office chair. They can be even more comfortable, gaming chairs just looks more flashy. 
  • SovOque said:
    They are very comfy but it's cheaper to go for a good office chair. They can be even more comfortable, gaming chairs just looks more flashy. 
    Totally agree with this. I work in office furniture and also love gaming. I cringe every time I see a streamer sitting on one of the "gaming" chairs. They have little adjustment and offer little in terms of support where it is needed. Comfort should never be confused with support. 
    Go for a good office chair every time. Might not look as cool, but your body will thank you for it.
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