Whether it is the lack of lumbar support adding to an aching back or not enough armrest, it is easy to see not all gaming chairs are created equal, especially for tall gamers. However, we’ve got your back and searched out some of the best gaming chairs on the market for tall people.
Boss Office Products B991 – CP Heavy Duty Double Plush Leather Plus Chair
You can get this chair at as low as $180. It has double plush padding for comfort and a wide and deep seat. It’s weight capacity is 350 lbs.
Alera ALEMX4517 Merix Series Mesh Big/Tall Mid-Back Swivel/Tilt Chair
This chair comes in under $200. It has an extra wide and deep, plush seat, a back rest at almost 27 inches tall and the weight capacity at 450 lbs. This chair has more of an office chair look than some of the other chairs offered, if you prefer a subtler look.
Alera ALERV44LS10C Ravino Big & Tall Series High-Back Swivel/Tilt Leather Chair
Alera makes its appearance for the second time on our list. This option has more padding than the Alera mesh chair. It has a higher back than the typical gaming chair at 31 inches and a weight capacity of 450 lbs.
DXRacer Classic Series DOH/CE120/NC Big and Tall Chair Racing Bucket Seat Office Chair
DX has a whole Big and Tall series for tall gamers. This chair is on the more affordable side of the DX series at just under $400. It comes with a lumbar cushion and has an extra high backrest with a flexible seat back.
Thermaltake Tt eSPORTS X Comfort XC500 Big & Tall Racing Bucket Seat Style Ergonomic Gaming Chair
This chair has a 331 lbs capacity. It has a dense foam padding for ergonomic support and an adjustable back. It costs a little over $400.
DXRacer King Series DOH/KS06/NW Newedge Edition Racing Bucket Seat Office Chair Gaming Chair
The DX company is known for high quality gaming chairs, which gives them a second spot on our list, as well. This chair is in the mid-$400 range. It is an extra large and wider design than past models and has a high and straight backrest for spine and head support.
Merax Ergonomic Series Pu Leather Office Chair Racing Chair with Footrest Computer Gaming Chair
Another high-end chair is this Merax chair coming in at the high-$400s. It has seat height adjustment, which is great for tall individuals. For those who want to put their feet up, it comes with a footrest. The weight capacity is 300 lbs.
Herman Miller Aeron Tilt Limiter Task Chair
Aeron chairs are known for comfort and sometimes comfort is something to invest in. This chair costs around $600. It is made of breathable fabric to keep you cool and comfortable. The “waterfall” front edge of the seat takes pressure of your thighs so your blood keeps circulating. The max weight for this chair is 300 lbs. It is built to keep your spine aligned to avoid back pain.