Top 7 Gaming chair with footrest: Comparison

By spending long hours at your desk, you quickly understand the need to invest in a good office chair . Gaming chairs are recognized, in addition to their atypical look , for their comfort of use . On this ergonomic equipment, some models offer a footrest to be able to change position and be more productive. In order to make the right choice in your purchase of gaming chair, here is our selection comparison of the best gaming chairs with footrest.

WHAT IS THE USEFULNESS OF A FOOTREST FOR A GAMER CHAIR?

Not only reserved for gamers, ergonomic gaming chairs are above all interesting for their comfort. This allows you to concentrate well, both in your work and in the game phase. The models of gaming chairs with footrests provide extra comfort that is very useful for stretching your legs . This allows, for example, to play with a controller in hand lying down in front of your screen.

Changing position regularly helps to avoid fatigue . Ergonomics no longer only involves the degree of seating comfort, but also the multitude of positions in which we can sit. On long sessions, both work and play, it is easier to stay focused by adopting a different position at regular intervals.

Buying a good ergonomic chair is therefore essential and helps to minimize fatigue and no longer feel back pain. Among the best gaming chairs, those with footrests are among the most comfortable . But what criteria should be used to make your choice from the multitude of office chairs that the market offers?

HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR GAMER CHAIR WITH FOOTREST?

For the purchase of such equipment, it is important to clearly target the expectations you need. Although a little more expensive than their non-legged gaming chair counterparts, the selection criteria are pretty much the same. If the aesthetic aspect of the armchair is all the same one of the first criteria of seduction, it should not be forgotten that the quality of manufacture as well as the comfort are essential in your use.

A GOOD ERGONOMIC GAMER CHAIR

An essential criterion in the purchase of an office chair, the degree of comfort is determined by the shape of the chair. In order to provide good ergonomic support for your spine , the backrest must delicately follow the shape of your back.

But it's not just the ergonomic shape that counts! The quality of padding must be well adapted in order to be both solid and soft. High-density foam padding keeps your gaming chair in good condition for longer, while a quality faux leather covering prevents tearing.

The maximum inclination of the chair is also an important factor to take into account. In order to be able to rock comfortably, the greater the inclination of the backrest (180° being flat) the more the number of positions is possible. With a good quality headrest, you can then continue your activities while lying down.

THE RIGHT GAMING CHAIR SIZES

Taking into account the dimensions of a gaming chair allows you to have the right size (both in height and width) in relation to your own body. Good sitting involves having as much of the surface of the thighs as possible resting on the chair.

But that's not all, the width of the back also matters. The gamer seat being hollow in the center, it is important that your back rests perfectly well on the backrest. The sides should then wrap your body to be like a cocoon, without hindering the use of your arms.

All gaming chairs have a headrest cushion as well as a removable lumbar cushion to perfectly fit the shape of your back. These are adjustable in height always in order to adapt to your morphology.

BASED ON ITS BUDGET

Your budget has a direct impact on your choice of a gaming chair with footrest. If the high range is around 400/500 euros, it is still possible to find a model with a footrest around 100 euros.

For this you have to make some concessions, such as having to settle for fixed armrests, for example. In our selection, we have put forward a lot of 2D armrests which, in our opinion, are preferable to be installed comfortably. For a slightly higher price, it is even possible to get 4D armrests (like on the Aerone Diamond Series Void Black ).

Depending on the budget, it is preferable to turn to a faux leather covering , or fabric, or even PU leather but always of good quality in order to keep your office chair in good condition for as long as possible.

TOP 7 GAMER CHAIRS WITH FOOT RESTS

We have therefore selected for you the best gaming chairs with footrests to make your choice easier. Among this top 7 (without ranking) all budgets are found there, from the best value for money to the high-end gaming chair with the most comfortable footrest.

SONGMICS RCG52 GAMING CHAIR

Songmics is a German brand that needs no introduction in the gaming chair industry. Although the company was not originally specialized in equipment for players, their arrival in this environment was a rapid success. By offering relatively reasonably priced gaming chairs, Songmics has won the hearts of users.

This new Songmics RCG52 model with footrest is equipped with PU leather upholstery in a black and white colorway here. With its class 4 cylinder , this seat can support a maximum weight of 150 kg, which makes it one of the strongest.

Equipped with 2D armrests (i.e. able to move vertically as well as laterally) the Songmics RCG52BW seat weighs 22 kg and is able to tilt at an angle of up to 150° to allow the user to lie down comfortably.
The purely "racing" style of this chair is in the great vein of gaming chairs that appeal to the greatest number of people.

ADVANTAGES OF THE SONGMICS RCG52BW GAMER CHAIR WITH FOOTREST

• 2D armrests
• Resistant up to 150 kg
• Good value for money

KIROGI GAMER CHAIR WITH FOOTREST

For an average budget, the ergonomic gaming chair from Kirogi has a lot of quality in our opinion to make it one of the best gaming chairs with footrest.

Relatively sober despite the presence of its carbon-coloured "feline" logo, this seat allows an inclination of up to 180°, so you can lie completely flat if you feel like it.

Extremely robust, it withstands a maximum load of 160 kg, making it one of the strongest. The seat width of 55cm allows comfortable seating for the tallest among us.

Whether you want to work, play, read, watch TV or take a nap, simply adjust the chair to the position you want. The retractable footrest allows you to relax while the lumbar cushion brings comfort to your back by perfectly supporting the spine.

ADVANTAGES OF THE KIROGI GAMER CHAIR WITH FOOTREST

• Maximum load 160kg
• 180° tilt
• Relatively sober look

GAMER CHAIR WITH FOOTREST AERONE DIAMOND SERIES VOID BLACK

The Aerone Diamond Series Void Black gaming chair with footrest is, in our opinion, the most high-end of our selection. Of course, you have to put a slightly higher price on it, but it has all the qualities necessary to make it the ultimate perfectly ergonomic gaming chair.

In a completely black shade (Void Black), it can find a place in any office and not just in a gaming configuration. Equipped with 4D armrests which are a marvel in terms of ergonomics and comfort, the top-of-the-range gaming chair from Aerone has an extremely solid base made entirely of metal.

The Diamond Series Void Black foam much denser than most other seats is a long-term investment. A gaming chair with footrest that you will keep for many years.

For a weight of only 19 kg, the Diamond from Aerone offers a maximum inclination of 170° (almost flat). With its class 4 cylinder and its maximum load supported up to 170 kg, it is the most robust seat of our top 7 . It will suit people of average height, as well as tall people with its superior quality headrest and lumbar cushion.

ADVANTAGES OF THE AERONE DIAMOND GAMER CHAIR WITH FOOTREST

• Excellent build quality
• 170 kg maximum load
• 170° backrest recline
• Lightness (19 kg)
• Top of the line

GTPLAYER GAMER CHAIR WITH FOOTREST

Available in many colors, the GTPlayer gaming chair has the particularity (in addition to its footrest ) of integrating bluetooth speakers directly into the chair as close as possible to the user's ears. This allows, for example, to do without headphones during a long session of video games.

By having the ears clear of the helmet, this makes it possible to feel less fatigue with the weight of the helmet on the head, but also the feeling of heating of the ear after a long time in the company of the helmet. If the quality of the speakers is not the best, it does however have the merit of existing. It only takes 3 hours to recharge the speakers via USB and have a battery life of 5-6 hours .

Apart from that, the GTPLAYER gaming chair offers an inclination of up to 150° and a maximum load of 160 kg, which is more than adequate. The GTPlayer has all the equipment of the racing seats with its flashy colors, its bucket seat style as well as its adjustable lumbar support.

ADVANTAGES OF THE GTPLAYER GAMER CHAIR WITH FOOTREST

• Built-in USB rechargeable bluetooth speakers
• Decent build quality

STORM RACER GAMER CHAIR WITH FOOTREST

The good quality of manufacture made us choose this little known gaming chair with footrest on the market. If the look is not the most original with the famous red color which resembles many other models, the quality of the seams is on the other hand superior. This is indeed important to keep your seat in good condition for as long as possible and to avoid tearing of the imitation leather covering.

It is possible to tilt up to 180° with this Storm Racer armchair which unfortunately only has 1D armrests . If this is better than fixed armrests, it would have been wiser to offer the possibility of turning them in order to improve ergonomics.

But in its price range it still offers the footrest , which is an asset of choice to distinguish itself from the competition.

The Storm Racer gaming chair supports a maximum weight of 120 kg, which is satisfactory for many users, but be careful on this point if you exceed the limit.

ADVANTAGES OF THE STORM RACER GAMER CHAIR WITH FOOTREST

• 180° maximum tilt
• Sufficiently wide (53 cm)
• Good finishes

DOWINX GAMING CHAIR

The Dowinx gaming chair with footrest is the only one in our comparison to have fixed armrests but has many other advantages. Apart from these colors that stand out, the Dowinx seat offers the massage function at the lumbar level . While this may seem a bit gimmicky to some, this can make all the difference if you often have back pain. Its massage cushion is recharged using a simple USB socket.

Made of sturdy steel, and a good quality PU leather cover, the Dowinx gaming chair tilts at a maximum angle of 180°. It is recognized for its wide and very comfortable seat, making it one of the best value for money gaming chairs.

ADVANTAGES OF THE DOWINX GAMER CHAIR WITH FOOTREST

• massage cushion
• Good build quality

FICMAX GAMING CHAIR

Offering excellent value for money, the Ficmax gaming chair with footrest is also equipped with a massage cushion for the lumbar region.

Unlike the seat from Dowinx, this one has 2D armrests . For a relatively contained price, the Ficmax office chair is intended for tall people . For those over 1.90m tall, you will be seated comfortably unlike many other models.

However, be careful not to exceed the 120 kg bar that this chair supports at most. But it's so roomy that you can move comfortably across the full width and length of the seat.

ADVANTAGES OF THE DOWINX GAMER CHAIR WITH FOOTREST

• For the comfort of taller users
• massage cushion

THE ECONOMICAL SOLUTION: THE INDEPENDENT FOOTREST

If you already own a gaming chair without a footstool, it's a good idea to consider whether the investment in a built-in footstool is worth it. For this there is an alternative solution so that users can extend their foot.

For a few tens of euros, it is possible to find an independent footrest. If the solution is economical, it takes up more space because when you're not using it, you have to find a way to store this footrest somewhere.

The famous gaming chair brand DXRacer has this equipment called Footrest in addition to its own seats. But if it is equipped with wheels, it takes up much more space. If you have the space at home, this can be a lower cost solution.