Iain b Thanks for saying that. Its precisely why I made the video. I had watched a dozen reviews with half a million views that all said 0 negative things about the chair. I never realized until I got it myself that these people were simply bought out and there there are certainly a few things to be pensive about.
acegamestv so how is the chair after 2 months of the review. Maybe some of the drawbacks you mentioned like the stiff foam it was a matter of getting used to it?
insgr I'm used to the issues by now, but that doesn't mean they are gone. I still occasionally get a pain in my elbow after long gaming sessions, especially after not gaming all week cuz work then playing for 8 hours. The flanges on the side are still ridiculously annoying but I've gotten used to just putting my legs on them anyway. I suppose the seat is the one thing that certainly gets better each day. I've gotten used to it, and its very noticeable when I sit in my office chair with actual padding, but I know this one will never go flat like previous chairs so I appreciate it more daily.
acegamestv Yep, there too now. After a few days, I found that my entire body frame seem contorted out of shape! This seems to be down to the bad posture developed on the Ikea chair I used prior to the Maxnomic. Now I can't go back to the Ikea one. It's so unsupportive! A couple of interesting things have popped up. Firstly, the chair is a great fit for my wife, who is around an inch and a half shorter than me, but has long legs! According to the Maxnomic guide, she should be a chair size down. Secondly, I found that placing the lumber support behind the backrest (you can lift it up and out), provided a much more comfortable experience. Quality-wise, the chair is as good as new having been used for many hours a day (I work from home and often long into the night). Pretty impressive. What I like most is the sheer versatility of the chair though. It covers a lot of bases.
acegamestv Yeah i had a thought that the padding may be so firm that its going to be make my ass sore. But that shouldnt be much of a prob because im already sitting on wood basically. How worse can it get. if maxnomic doesnt have softness levels like dxracer. Maybe i should get softest dxracer variant over maxnomic. Who seem to have same padding on all chairs. What do you think?
Hello, Can you please tell what do you think about the chair after all this time using it?i wanna buy an new office chair that one i have after 8 years of use is falling apart so i am checking AKracing and GT omega maxnomics ,I am staying away from DXracer since from the people i know all the way to the internet reviews , it appears being way overpriced and quite low quality too, form stitching to things falling apart.
I decided against getting this as a dental/gaming chair recently, because of the issues addressed in this video. Instead of trying to buy another and dealing with other potential issues, I just stand now. Always. Thanks for the review.
Really helpful review - love that you skipped the gushing BS everybody else does and went straight to the issues. I do the same thing with sitting on my leg and hadn't thought to watch out for that
Right, just put one of these together (orange Dominator). Took around 15 minutes to build on my own, and I was really impressed with the packing and the care that had been taken during manufacture. I went with the roller derby wheels and polished silver base. These are incredibly well made, and when I replace this chair, I'll transfer these to its replacement! I DON'T have the issue of not being able to fold my leg under easily. I can do that, but the roller derby wheels raise the base to such a height that my legs dangle off the end of the seat! I didn't expect that, and this isn't explained on the website. The arm rests are just as you say: fantastic adjustment, very sturdy, but very firm too. The firm seat padding seems excellent so far, and the fact that the base and back is also sprung is really noticeable. I sit at a converted industrial table, and this is the first seat that allows me to sit at it correctly. If I didn't have a foot rest though, I'd have to abandon the roller derby wheels. I also think that you've called out some excellent points that bear further research by a prospective buyer. Overall though, this is a superb buy and I'd say worth the steep asking price.
Iain b Thanks for the input. If I remember, the Dominator is even smaller than the Maxnomic correct. Mind telling everyone your height as well, in order to get a bit more info about the seat height and width and how they effect you? I don't know much about the wheels, but I assume the issue you have is that if you adjust the height of the seat to one that your feet can touch the ground the chair is so low that you can't operate at a desk while at that height? Or is the chair as low as it goes and the wheels make it so much taller that you still can't have your feet flat? Either way, thanks for adding to the discussion!
I'm 5.9 and slim built. The width of the seat and backrest is good for me, and doesn't feel too large in any way. I chose the heavy duty polished aluminium (aluminum!) foot with the roller derby wheels. I'd say that combined they add nearly two inches to the chair's height at its lowest setting. This is perfect for my converted industrial table (I use a foot rest), but I think for many people the combination of alternative stand and heavyweight castors could render the chair unusable. I'm also really surprised at how high the chair goes. My feet are damn near an entire foot off the ground with the chair on max!
I am still using the Leader. I made a video comparing the two chairs a while back th-cam.com/video/mwm2-QK2Adw/w-d-xo.html Not in love with it, but at least it doesn't have the stupid wings haha
I bought sorta the same chair, just from DXRacer, going from a recliner to that chair was really uncomfortable in the first week, really hard to sit on and all that, but after the first week with an extra pillow to sit on, it got better and better, now im without the pillow, wouldn't want any other chair, will buy a new one when it needs to be replaced.
2 things im not heavy like 130lbs so would the foam be too firm and i put my elbows on the armrest alot but its because i have to sit low because my current chair is broken and does not raise. Do you think that with this chair sitting up higher I would not need the armrests to be used for my elbows any more?
+Snickezboy789 The armrests are really customization, so I can pretty much say with certainty that you won't be disappointed with that. I just didn't like how they felt at first. The foam firmness is probably way less obtrusive when you are that light. But I can't say for sure, so don't take my word for it!
mine has a 4 inch height on those sidebar things. it sucks, but I learned that I can cross my legs over it, actually it gives something to rest on so it doesn't fall off.
+Fubizz12345 I'm not sure. That description doesn't conjure much imagery for me. The back is fully adjustable. You can even lay it totally flat with respect to the seat and lay in it like a bed. The wings on this chair are going to prohibit you a bit though probably. I can't be sure, but in general if that works in a regular chair I don't see why it wouldn't work with this one.
ya cause i slouch like crazy and its only because if you lean back in my chair it defaults to a leen back position. Then when im watching vids i let it lean back and Im almost laying down. leaning on a tree
Does taking the armrests off allow you to sit half cross legged in this chair comfortably without the edges of the seat bothering your legs? Thinking of getting a racer type chair for my home office but not being able to sit (half) cross legged on the chair is a deal breaker for me.
Bear Calypse The bigger size chair allows you to have room for your legs such as King Size Dx Racer or whatever Gaming chair but it'll cost a lot of $$$
Which is the specific model for this? I have this type of issue with Aeron chairs where the flanged wings would dig into my legs, but I see that they have an "XL" model that is an oversized version of the chair. Thanks for your insight!
Hi. I was wondering what the condition is on the leather after one year of wear? I'm pretty satisfied with all the information on the internet about the frame and features of the chair, but nobody has really mentioned the durability of the polyurethane 'leather' durabilty. Thanks!
Hey, its in immaculate shape, honestly. I don't wear chairs or anything on my jeans that would scratch it up though, but there has been absolutely 0 wear and tear on the leather. The armrests are a bit beat up though.
I frequently sit with one leg tucked under me (I didn't realise it was a thing and that so many of us do it) thanks for the info on this. I wonder if the more wider models would enable you sit that way. Thanks for your thoughts. How is now that you've had a year to test it out?
+footcandy After about 8 months I just couldn't take it any longer. I gave it to my dad as a christmas present and bought the Leader model. The card in the video links to my comparison, but long story short everything about the leader is 100 percent better other than the price tag. It was worth the extra 100 dollars though.
I totally agree on the seat bolsters probably should have gotten the office comfort instead. My arm rests are also not the most comfortable. I had to take them apart since a screw got loose but once I fix that all I need to do was getting some foam add on pad from amazon.
So I do the exact same thing as you, I put one leg under me, the chair that you currently have though is not the Maxnomic XL Series, and I was rly rly wondering if that one has a metal bar or not, on the sides, cuz the seat itself looks somewhat "flatter"
@@acegamestv I found the maxnomic XL to suit me better, and I have checked how the seat is made. It has no bars on the left/right side. But yeah, the price is 500 euros. I'm waiting for the delivery tomorrow or the next day after.
+Jon Doe (Mr White Foxy) I'd look into the smaller one. Either way, if you are 100 percent sure you don't mind the wings on the chair, I doubt it will matter which you pick. This one is very solid outside of that one major issue.
What's the name of the track that starts at 2:15? Also, thank you for the review. Honest, critical reviews are always appreciated, especially from someone who is taller.
My dominator chair is very soft and I would like to have it firmer, also there is virtually no lumbar support and it is a bucket seat which is bad for posture. 3 wrongs ina row, the office comfort model seems to have none of these problems though
interesting review, thanks. I just ordered the commander s3 model. it has a much wider, flatter base cushion which should allow more flexibility in seating. I have read that the memory foam can take some time to break in and be more comfortable. has this been the case with your unit? also the armrests on the unit I ordered look somewhat different, perhaps a revision?
+Robert Cottrell Ya the armrests have an updated texture. They don't feel much different, but the top isn't just smooth rubber anymore. In terms of the "memory foam" (if you are sure it can be called that) I had no issues or differences. That was my main interest in this chair, and was not an issue when I upgraded to the Leader model. This company does one thing extremely right - their chairs will last you for a very long time.
All you points are just positive in my perspective: 1: I do that crossposture all the time and I need to stop doing it for good posture and stuff 2: the memory foam of some kind will also be good for your back and wont be worn out like other cheap chairs 3: the arms are also solid but the ones i have atm is just borring plastic that are stiff but I guess I have to experience that
Good you will enjoy this chair then! In terms of three, years later these being this hard has lead to some very strange behavior. Essentially, its best described as erosion. The parts of the pad where my elbows rest have been permanently dented, something that never happened with the traditional type arm rest.
+unbekanntus for the win! I gave it to my Father and purchased the Leader model chair from Needforseat. I made a video on that chair, its linked in the Card on the screen while watching the video. Its still working to my knowledge. There was never ANY question about the quality of the chair in my eyes - just the design.
I just got the commander SIII (yes i also did pay for it), the padding on the seat is idd a little harder as on the cheap chairs, but you have to keep in mind that this thing is going to last you a pretty long time. My padding is a little more soft tho. When I sit down in it, I just feel some pains in my legs because i had bad chair for years! I also had a little bit of backpain which is completly gone now. These chairs are a lot of money, but if I would have to make this choice again, I would buy it right away.
Yeah, that could be a deal breaker for me. Fortunately while i was looking at their site, i noticed they have different classes of chair with recommended body types for each. If you like to cross your legs a lot or like to spread your feet without being impaired by the chair; then I would recommend looking at one of the larger models without the side pads. They cost more but they are also more robust as well. Good honest review, I appreciate a real consumers point of view.
Good review, I like the way you are explaining things, very clear. I personally don't think though that the 3 reasons you mentioned are good enough to "not buy" this chair, they are just 3 personal cons.
Good, I'm glad you are taking the advice of others with a grain of salt. If these things don't bother you then you will love this chair! Its great aside from all this.
I bought the chair. I don't like it for two reasons: (1) the side "cushions/holders" at the seat base that you mentioned in your video are extremelly unconfortable! They literally push into my quadricepts, cutting them into half up to the point where it becomes painful and I am forced to close my legs from time to time. (2) it is too high! I got the 173-184 cm model, I am 180 cm and at its lowest height my feet barely touch the floor. If I tilt it just one notch backwards my feet don't touch the floor anymore and since my legs are elavated soon I start feeling pain right under my quadriceps, near the knee. For these two reasons I would also not recommend buying this chair, especially for the first. I regret I have not listened to your advice. Unfortunately I cannot return the chair because the two weeks period has expired, so now I am trying to sell it.
Thanks for the reality check honest review. I dispise reviewers who get the product for free and dont disclose the information. I'm looking at shipping one to Canada. I thought mine was around 500$.
Hey man, great vid. 1 question though. How tall are you? I'm about 6'3 and am looking for a chair, but don't want to get a chair that is too small for me. What would you say about the chair for someone that is my size?
John Blevins The chair is recommended for people under 6'2. I personally am 6'0 215~ They have recommendations on the website, but it might be best if you get the next model up in size. Its like 80 dollars more, but I think one of my major complaints could have been resolved by just buying that one instead.
All gaming chairs are like that. Akracing, GTomega, DxRacer. The firmness is for many hours of use, like 7h or so, for "gaming" sessions. The wings are a bit more restraining than in a car seat, i noticed that too and don't know why exactly. The armrests have to be unsteady for the mechanism to work.
+General Shitbird Supreme 5'8 is a below the recommendations on the site. It goes down SUPER low though. I think the big thing is how high the base of the chair is in general, but what I do is just lower it pretty low and raise the arm rest to make up for the difference.
My issue is that my feet aren't flat on the ground. It's really annoying actually. I just put it together tonight. emailed NFS. hoping they can shed some light on this, as I ordered over the phone and this is the one THEY suggested.
+D .willis Ya I don't do it often, but after 8 hour gaming sessions its hard to sit perfectly still. This chair makes that very difficult, even nearly a year later!
l really liked your review! You're not a fanboy, nor a hater of the product which makes for an unbiased review. I think I will still buy it. If those are the biggest drawbacks, I don't mind. I think I can live with all of those.
+acegamestv I just bought one for christmas, it's nice to see people having bad things to say about these because I tend to overrate things and be disappointed when I het my hand on it. Now I'm aware of the disappointments I will probably have ^^ So I can no longer expect it to be perfecter than perfect. Thanks
killer4all15 It seems like I may have but based on height and weight on the website this was the one that was recommended. The other one up was a ton more as well. I don't feel like its too small though.
Thank you for this awesome and HONEST Review! unfortunatelly you bought the wrong chair, as others said the "OFFICE COMFORT" model should exactly fit you because it doesnt has those wings on the side. I am also crossing my legs like you do so thats why I got that one. I hope you enjoy your new OFFICE version of this chair and looking forward for a review. Oh and one more thing: Althought you get an excellent chair from NeedforSeat, that 300 or even 500 Dollar are nothing for a proper Office chair. The ones at my workplace cost 5000 Euro (five thausand) each. Those are specifically made for 10+ hours of sitting on it.
+unheilig666 500 dollars is a lot for a chair for the normal gamer. I could by a top of the line motherboard for that, instead I bought a middle of the pack chair. For 5 thousand I could buy a used car. Either way, I'll be making 2 videos on the upgraded chair - one comparing the two, and a stand-alone review on it. Thanks for your kind words!
Hello. Thanks for the review. I think the issues you bring up are more personal tastes and preferences. In my opinion the chair enforces good sitting habits which you could be grateful for 10-15 years laters. Just like healthy diets .. at first you suffer and long for unhealthy food but after the break-in period you get used to it.
I know this is an old video and all, but I own both a maxnomic and a Steelcase chair, and I gotta say the Steelcase is so much more comfortable. It's a very simple, plain looking chair, but it allows me to sit up straight with no back pain at all, whereas the only really comfortable way to sit in my maxnomic was leaning backwards into it - not a great position if you want to get any work done. That said, when I had issues with my maxnomic within the warranty, they did a great job of sorting things out for me, and I still sit in it periodically if I just want to lounge. Mostly my cat sleeps in it now while I work at the computer in my Steelcase chair. :)
It might just be that I am more sensitive to back pain, but yea, sitting straight was always unfortunately just not great for me in the maxnomic. Still a good chair for lounging, and like you said almost comfortable enough to sleep in even, but yeah just not as good for getting work done in sitting straight. The steelcase chair was more expensive and it's not much to look at, but it's excellent to be able to sit straight up and feel genuinely just comfortable. :)
DXRacer king size, I have one for 5 year ago at my parent house, that my sister use. Its still in a Standard like it was new. And yes, I used to gaming / raid alot, 6-7 hr gaming everyday. And didnt take any mark of that. So now I see Maxnomic at alot of Gaming Tour, and what I end up buying a DXracer King size again. As price range as Maxnomic. Thanks for video Review - it have the good and bad side of the chair. Dxracer - is soft to sit on. I tell you from exp, if its a King size series.
Nice review! I have the office comfort series and it looks like it'd be a better fit for you and I'm able to sit with my foot up and under me in it. The seats are firm but I feel like this helps me with my posture so even though I was taken back by it at first I'm appreciative of it now. The arm rest jiggle though I hate. It is the only part of the chair that feels cheap and while I love the ability to adjust the arm rest, I wish they'd stay still once locked.
Ya, I see the Office Comfort one. That one is like 80 dollars more! Pretty nuts, but I suppose I should have considered it. That's just sooo much money to spend on a chair though. Thanks for the comment either way!
Prelimpim I'm 6 ft and 180lbs with a 31" waist. Definitely have room for much more wide users on the seat itself and the pillow sits perfectly for me at it's lowest position. I would not recommend if you are shorter than myself.
Jason Monroe thanks! I'm 6'10 and 200lbs. the main factor for my decision of "Office-Comfort Commander S" over the "Pro-Gaming and Office" like the Dominitor, was the lumbar adjustment. However I don't know if it really worth it or not :/ Also, I've read many reviews stating the mechanism broke after several months... what's your thoughts?
Hey, this is a great review man. Thanks a lot! It made me think twice about getting a gaming chair. I am now thinking I might spend more money for an Office Master OM5.
Phill Wallace Is it? I don't really understand why that would be the case. I guess a gaming chair has to force a certain posture to vilify the normal bad habits gamers have? I'm not buying it. I've been playing games for extended periods for years and I simply can't sit the exact same way for multiple hours like this chair is forcing me to. To me at least, its VERY valid. Guess its just a bad habit to others though.
+acegamestv I found that more of a personal problem then anything. Anyhow its good that it breaks anyone out of the habit so for me thats a plus not a problem. The only thing I personally dont like just from seeing the chair is the arm rests.
Unfortunately for me its not a "habit" or something I can stop. After sitting at work for multiple hours, then coming home and raiding another 5~ hours I simply can't sit flat anymore. I have to shift, and what its turned into now is an even worse habit when I slump down so my legs can stretch a bit. Vitality | NBXT
+acegamestv How tall are you? I am thinking of buying this chair and like to fold my legs beneath me (I think it's called tailor sit) but I am also quite small (1,75m or 5''8(??)). So I was wondering maybe you are taller than me and I won't have this problem as much
well after watching this video the 3 points you have brought to my attention have enlightened me towards some off features about maxnomic chairs. Lucky for me iv ordered a biggerone which has the flat wings on the base and the other two points compared to my current chair is better in everyway .
I know its old, but incase you didn't know, they have one without the wings on the ass end of it. I think its the XL version? I dunno, I have it tho cuz I sit indian style sometimes due to back pain. 4 years old now tho, worth every penny. In the same amount of time I would have wore thru 2-3 chairs (thats why I'm done buying cheap chairs lol). You're right now, its not soft, but it _IS_ comfortable regardless.
just got the exact same chair agree with all points, though a friend of mine bought a similar chair a wile ago and the cushions should break in a bit after a month or 2... since i'm quite a bit lower on weight then him it's probably gone take me half a year to break in these cushions >
So glad Need for Seat is in my hometown. Gonna go test some chairs tomorrow and hope i fit in the 2nd biggest size with 198cm and 90kg. Otherwise gotta pay a hundred euros more. Anyways good review, but just by looking at the back I think you might need a taller one? What size did you get?
skillzbaby No clue, I've never sat in that chair. Its not that I wouldn't recommend this one, just want people to be aware that there are a few big things that may be considered a drawback.
i receved this chair 1 or 2 weeks ago because my low back is so fucked up that i was really needing a good chair for bein sit of it a lot of hour per day I think this chair is really good honestly , exept the fact that's its a little bit ferm and not extremly soft i guess it depends on what we expect of it
I’ve had one for 4-5 years. I love it. Was apprehensive about the price, but today I can say I absolutely do not regret it. Still like new and who knows how many hours I spent in it. I think I might have got a more expensive model than this one. Looks similar but stitching goes straight across.
I've had the complete opposite experience. The things I listed here were too much for me. I had to give the chair away to my father, and buy the Leader instead. Its much more comfortable, but after 2+ years, its beat to shit. I've already replaced the arm rests once, and it looks like soon I'll have to do it again, as they keep developing these ridges in them, which eventually cause the foam to separate and make it very uncomfortable to rest my arm on. Meanwhile, the upholstery is all but gone. It was deteriorating so bad that I was leaving a trail of blue material everywhere I went, so I needed to take an old bed sheet and tie it around the base of the chair to have something consistent to sit on. Meanwhile the base of the seat, where my butt is all day every day, has gotten significantly depressed, so much so that if you look at the chair sideways its noticeable. Sounds like its time for a new video, now that I think about it. Glad you got lucky with yours. I did not, and I will not be buying a gaming chair any more.
the arms are meant to move like that believe it or not, if they were rigid stiff they would break when weight was put on them. i can agree with your other points tho
Those "wings" on the back are a problem for me. I'm a big guy, 193 cm and 95 kg, but I wouldn't say that my shoulders are particularly broad. Those wings though, force my shoulders forward and put a curve in my back. I ended up getting back aches after a while.
the reason im watching this video and commenting is pretty much self explanatory. I kinda had a suspicion that the cushion is not really soft at all. it looks like its gonna feel like sitting on a park bench. and the arm rests are hard plastic look alike. even though they are not hard plastic, they look like they would be hard on elbows. and the fact that no one else brought these points up is because they receive the chair for free and they feel obligated to recommend it and say its the most comfortable thing ever when in reality what im looking at doesn't make sense to be comfortable. idk. i need a new chair and i like the way they look but comfort is more important.
+Jantien Van Der Meer Thanks for saying that. For some reason, there are a bunch of people here saying that this isn't a valid reason to buy the chair and that no one does this! Good luck finding the chair that's right for you!
I ended up buying this one anyway, because DXRacer wasn't able to deliver the model I needed in time. I don't really have a problem sitting in the chair with one leg underneath me. Unfortunately, the chair is too high. The specs say: "Casual Sport chairs accommodates users with a body size between 5'5" and 5'9" (1.65m to 1.75m)". I am 1.69m, but when the chair is in it's lowest position, I cannot put my feet flat on the ground. And no, I don't have an extremely long upper body. ;)
Jantien Van Der Meer Ya, this is another big issue with the company itself. They seem to be a bit confused on what their specifications are meant to mean, and despite me fitting comfortably into the chair I purchased's recommendations, I obviously do not fit in the chair at all.
Jantien Van Der Meer Yes I did, they gave me 100 dollar credit towards a new chair, and were going to allow me to return this one for a full refund if it was less than 6 months old, but it was well over that.
I do completely agree, I myself purchased a DXRacer and It really isnt soft at all, Rather hard and the wings dig into your legs meaning you can only sit in one position which might be good for posture but not for comfort. it also ended up breaking 3 times within the year i got it and then i got a full refund, do not buy gaming oriented products.
Znow hmm.. I have a DXRacer as well and I feel it is way more comfortable and soft than my previous chairs. it also is no way in hell for me to have the wings dig into my legs. I can sit in an infinite amount of different ways and still not have the wings dig into my feet.
I got the same problem with the Akracing chair. I just wish i could remove these sides from the seat so i can spread my legs and dont have to deal with sweaty balls after 30 minutes..
I was actually going to buy a gaming chair too but after trying out multiple gaming chairs on diff stores I came up with same conclusions as yours that (gaming chairs are not comfortable as most people say) I ended up buying a Ergodynamic Human v2 (300 dollars) no gaming chair no matter how expensive can match this in terms of comfort .
I have to agree. It seems gaming chairs are a complete waste of time right now. Actual games need comfort, not restrictions. Checked out that chair, but its actually 600 dollars. Either way, I probably will get a different chair in the future and absolutely wont be buying a gaming chair.
I was fortunate enough to live near the store, so I got to finally try all the chairs out for an hour. I think you might have been more satisfied with the office version of the chair. It doesn't have the wings on the seat which would have let you cross your legs. It even had much better lumbar support and customization too. It wasn't nearly as form-fitting, though. Then again I'm a rather petite girl, so maybe it is better suited for a man.
+Naomi Washinton Ya, any chair without those these wings would have been worth the purchase, but its a LOT more, and that didn't seem like a good idea at the time.
+acegamestv I dont know what yours go for but in Germany they are 50€ more, which is 1/6 of the price of yours and it actually fits you. They give specific wheight/height measures for each chair here so maybe you dont fit yours?
Bananaramaaah I fit perfectly into that chair based on the specifications on the website, but with my Christmas bonus I decided to just go for the larger chair and finally be done with this headache. Its over 100 dollars more than the chair I'm showing off in this video though. If it wasn't a gift, I would never consider paying that much for a single chair!
It sounds like you might have been happier with a chair that incorporated memory foam. I think they tend to be more expensive. Actually, really expensive chairs tend to be firmer still, like the Herman Miller chairs.
Does it? My main concern was the wings on the side really. The firmness of the chair was on the list for sure, but it was more beause I was surprised with how firm it was. I upgraded to the one I did a comparson with in the Card in this video and have been pretty happy.
have AKRacing seat with pretty much same stuff. Before I had dxracer which I had for about 6 years and to be fair that chair was more comfortable. unfortunately the backframe of the sitting cushion broke down. But after 6 years it was quite decent. All in all my dxracer and this are the best I ever owned and even better than the most expensive office chair in the office I have sat on. I would prefer to bring my chair to the office :D
You seem a bit tall for the chair, maybe getting a slightly taller model would solve the side-legs problem ? but yeah looking at this video the chair looks a bit too solid, not comfortable/soft enough..
Its an awesome chair. I wouldn't have it any other way. The armrests could use some redesign but they are fine. It could also go a little bit lower but other than those two things this chair is amazing.
got one of these too. very disappointing. back was crooked from the getgo, got a replacement back and it was just as bad if not worse. Mounting brackets for the back were bent and crooked, base didn't sit flat and it spins on its own if the slant is facing "downhill" and the strut has been making a clunking noise while leaning. Wish I never bought it.
Nice comments, exactly where people are looking for (i think). I think i can live with two of them but for the third i need to get flexible so i can put my legs in my neck instead crossing one with the other :) Still think I'm going for it since the Dx chairs will likely give the same problem. Cheers!
So glad im not the only 'idiot' in immense discomfort after receiving my ergonomic pro gaming chair. Exactly like yours but a different brand. The firmness of the seat is insane. I would describe it as a marble chair with a Yoga matt wrapped over it - sure, it might be great for 20 minutes, but any longer and my ass/hips/legs are on fire. Completely agree with your review and now that i see im not the only one, im returning it.
What is that turning knob on the right side of the back for? I assume the dislikes are from people that have already bought the chair and don't like you critiquing. I give you a like for the heads up.
Im just looking for something to help my posture 'cause I fucked up my back after years of gaming. Is this it for me? btw how tall are you? Im tall as fuck.
+Dylan Maurits I'm 6'1. This chair is great for posture for sure. If you are much taller than me, don't buy this model though. Try the Leader. Of course its another 100 dollars though!
Joe Branek Np, glad my goals met your expectations. The chair is really good, but unfortunately there are three MAJOR flaws that make its near 400 dollar price tag excessive. Hope this helps you guys make your decision!
its not supposed to be soft, its firm because its better for the posture wich also makes it better for your health in the long term the audio is way out of sync
+t103Ninja Its not way out of sync, just a little off with the webcam. And I've heard this stuff about the posture 100 times. I don't really care whats "better for the long term." Maybe if I was 12 and this was the first chair I owned, but every other chair I've used for the last 8 years has allowed for my own posture - not the apparently decided perfect one. I'm not suddenly going to sit a very specific way just because I now own this chair. One of the few drawbacks of this chair is its trying to conform to some guidelines set by who knows. Its still a great chair though.
acegamestv its a guideline that every well designed office chair uses, i dont have any experience with this particular chair but i do have a DXRace and its very similar the chair i had before was some cheap thing from ikea and i used to slump down in it and cross my legs and stuff upon getting the DXracer it did take me a litle while to get used to the change but it was a change for the better i can sit in the chair all day and night and when i get up i feel just as fresh as when i first sat in it and yes the audio is way out of sync
Naomi Washinton Ya that was the point of making this. So many people got this chair for free that literally none of the big reviews say a single negative point about it.
Thanks a lot for the video :) I'm a programmer and we have naturally good chairs at work, but I never ever had a soft arm wrist, also my Chair at home doesn't, so was hoping these would be better but sadly nope. But guess DX Racer is better then, it's said to be softer as Max'
They need to add an inch of plush foam. Sink a little, then stop. That's the goal. I don't see any chairs that do that though. It basic in matresses though.
+ZOMG Comfortable, for me, would have to entail sinking. In fact, I'd prefer the most amount of sinking that doesn't let you touch the bottom. what you are describing is a hard chair :) they make them, for dining rooms :)
Was the audio not synced with the video for anyone else?
It was off for me as well
Great review. Well done on calling out the drawbacks. Nobody has pointed out these things.
Iain b Thanks for saying that. Its precisely why I made the video. I had watched a dozen reviews with half a million views that all said 0 negative things about the chair. I never realized until I got it myself that these people were simply bought out and there there are certainly a few things to be pensive about.
acegamestv so how is the chair after 2 months of the review. Maybe some of the drawbacks you mentioned like the stiff foam it was a matter of getting used to it?
insgr I'm used to the issues by now, but that doesn't mean they are gone. I still occasionally get a pain in my elbow after long gaming sessions, especially after not gaming all week cuz work then playing for 8 hours.
The flanges on the side are still ridiculously annoying but I've gotten used to just putting my legs on them anyway. I suppose the seat is the one thing that certainly gets better each day. I've gotten used to it, and its very noticeable when I sit in my office chair with actual padding, but I know this one will never go flat like previous chairs so I appreciate it more daily.
acegamestv Yep, there too now. After a few days, I found that my entire body frame seem contorted out of shape! This seems to be down to the bad posture developed on the Ikea chair I used prior to the Maxnomic. Now I can't go back to the Ikea one. It's so unsupportive! A couple of interesting things have popped up. Firstly, the chair is a great fit for my wife, who is around an inch and a half shorter than me, but has long legs! According to the Maxnomic guide, she should be a chair size down. Secondly, I found that placing the lumber support behind the backrest (you can lift it up and out), provided a much more comfortable experience. Quality-wise, the chair is as good as new having been used for many hours a day (I work from home and often long into the night). Pretty impressive. What I like most is the sheer versatility of the chair though. It covers a lot of bases.
acegamestv Yeah i had a thought that the padding may be so firm that its going to be make my ass sore. But that shouldnt be much of a prob because im already sitting on wood basically. How worse can it get. if maxnomic doesnt have softness levels like dxracer. Maybe i should get softest dxracer variant over maxnomic. Who seem to have same padding on all chairs. What do you think?
This is the most helpful review on gaming chairs I've come across.
Glad to hear that!
Hello, Can you please tell what do you think about the chair after all this time using it?i wanna buy an new office chair that one i have after 8 years of use is falling apart so i am checking AKracing and GT omega maxnomics ,I am staying away from DXracer since from the people i know all the way to the internet reviews , it appears being way overpriced and quite low quality too, form stitching to things falling apart.
Georgios Milionis I gave this chair away and bought a different one. There is a video on that one in the description of this video.
Hi, I was looking for the video on the replacement chair in the description, but can't find it. Any chance you can put a link here?
I don't see any such video in the description... link??
I decided against getting this as a dental/gaming chair recently, because of the issues addressed in this video. Instead of trying to buy another and dealing with other potential issues, I just stand now.
Always.
Thanks for the review.
+TheRockstarDMD Johnny Mac!
Really helpful review - love that you skipped the gushing BS everybody else does and went straight to the issues. I do the same thing with sitting on my leg and hadn't thought to watch out for that
Right, just put one of these together (orange Dominator). Took around 15 minutes to build on my own, and I was really impressed with the packing and the care that had been taken during manufacture. I went with the roller derby wheels and polished silver base. These are incredibly well made, and when I replace this chair, I'll transfer these to its replacement! I DON'T have the issue of not being able to fold my leg under easily. I can do that, but the roller derby wheels raise the base to such a height that my legs dangle off the end of the seat! I didn't expect that, and this isn't explained on the website. The arm rests are just as you say: fantastic adjustment, very sturdy, but very firm too. The firm seat padding seems excellent so far, and the fact that the base and back is also sprung is really noticeable. I sit at a converted industrial table, and this is the first seat that allows me to sit at it correctly. If I didn't have a foot rest though, I'd have to abandon the roller derby wheels. I also think that you've called out some excellent points that bear further research by a prospective buyer. Overall though, this is a superb buy and I'd say worth the steep asking price.
Iain b Thanks for the input. If I remember, the Dominator is even smaller than the Maxnomic correct. Mind telling everyone your height as well, in order to get a bit more info about the seat height and width and how they effect you?
I don't know much about the wheels, but I assume the issue you have is that if you adjust the height of the seat to one that your feet can touch the ground the chair is so low that you can't operate at a desk while at that height?
Or is the chair as low as it goes and the wheels make it so much taller that you still can't have your feet flat?
Either way, thanks for adding to the discussion!
I'm 5.9 and slim built. The width of the seat and backrest is good for me, and doesn't feel too large in any way. I chose the heavy duty polished aluminium (aluminum!) foot with the roller derby wheels. I'd say that combined they add nearly two inches to the chair's height at its lowest setting. This is perfect for my converted industrial table (I use a foot rest), but I think for many people the combination of alternative stand and heavyweight castors could render the chair unusable. I'm also really surprised at how high the chair goes. My feet are damn near an entire foot off the ground with the chair on max!
hello please , can you say me what chair do you use now ? is it the same chair or an other today ? thnks for response
I am still using the Leader. I made a video comparing the two chairs a while back
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Not in love with it, but at least it doesn't have the stupid wings haha
I didn't know Patton Oswalt did chair reviews.
I bought sorta the same chair, just from DXRacer, going from a recliner to that chair was really uncomfortable in the first week, really hard to sit on and all that, but after the first week with an extra pillow to sit on, it got better and better, now im without the pillow, wouldn't want any other chair, will buy a new one when it needs to be replaced.
2 things im not heavy like 130lbs so would the foam be too firm and i put my elbows on the armrest alot but its because i have to sit low because my current chair is broken and does not raise. Do you think that with this chair sitting up higher I would not need the armrests to be used for my elbows any more?
+Snickezboy789 The armrests are really customization, so I can pretty much say with certainty that you won't be disappointed with that. I just didn't like how they felt at first.
The foam firmness is probably way less obtrusive when you are that light.
But I can't say for sure, so don't take my word for it!
mine has a 4 inch height on those sidebar things. it sucks, but I learned that I can cross my legs over it, actually it gives something to rest on so it doesn't fall off.
QUESTION. So i slouch back and rest my feet upraised on my bed paralell to my desk.. Would this hinder that?
+Fubizz12345 I'm not sure. That description doesn't conjure much imagery for me. The back is fully adjustable. You can even lay it totally flat with respect to the seat and lay in it like a bed. The wings on this chair are going to prohibit you a bit though probably. I can't be sure, but in general if that works in a regular chair I don't see why it wouldn't work with this one.
ya cause i slouch like crazy and its only because if you lean back in my chair it defaults to a leen back position. Then when im watching vids i let it lean back and Im almost laying down. leaning on a tree
Just a heads up, I bought a Maxnomic PRO gaming chair (Cloud 9) edition and the gas lift had to be replaced after ~2 Years
What should I buy instead?
No clue, sorry!
Does taking the armrests off allow you to sit half cross legged in this chair comfortably without the edges of the seat bothering your legs? Thinking of getting a racer type chair for my home office but not being able to sit (half) cross legged on the chair is a deal breaker for me.
Bear Calypse The bigger size chair allows you to have room for your legs such as King Size Dx Racer or whatever Gaming chair but it'll cost a lot of $$$
Which is the specific model for this? I have this type of issue with Aeron chairs where the flanged wings would dig into my legs, but I see that they have an "XL" model that is an oversized version of the chair. Thanks for your insight!
aldantefax ya this is the standard dominator maxnomic - pro gaming/office. The XL was quite a bit more.
Hi.
I was wondering what the condition is on the leather after one year of wear? I'm pretty satisfied with all the information on the internet about the frame and features of the chair, but nobody has really mentioned the durability of the polyurethane 'leather' durabilty. Thanks!
Hey, its in immaculate shape, honestly. I don't wear chairs or anything on my jeans that would scratch it up though, but there has been absolutely 0 wear and tear on the leather. The armrests are a bit beat up though.
I frequently sit with one leg tucked under me (I didn't realise it was a thing and that so many of us do it) thanks for the info on this. I wonder if the more wider models would enable you sit that way. Thanks for your thoughts. How is now that you've had a year to test it out?
+footcandy After about 8 months I just couldn't take it any longer. I gave it to my dad as a christmas present and bought the Leader model. The card in the video links to my comparison, but long story short everything about the leader is 100 percent better other than the price tag.
It was worth the extra 100 dollars though.
Did you get another chair from DXracer? I think it's a lot better than other brands out there.
how tall are you man?
+Beasty I'm six foot tall.
acegamestv Thank you for the reply :D
Hi, i want a chair like this im 1,68 and 58kg wich one you recomend me ? i have 300€ more or less. Thanks so much ^^
thanks for the review, now i know what type of chair I should buy. Keep hesitating on office chair or gaming chair
I totally agree on the seat bolsters probably should have gotten the office comfort instead. My arm rests are also not the most comfortable. I had to take them apart since a screw got loose but once I fix that all I need to do was getting some foam add on pad from amazon.
Great review, all the things that you found annoying is exactly what i was looking for ^^ so thanks! :D
So I do the exact same thing as you, I put one leg under me, the chair that you currently have though is not the Maxnomic XL Series, and I was rly rly wondering if that one has a metal bar or not, on the sides, cuz the seat itself looks somewhat "flatter"
I have a video of the Leader as well, from the XL series. Its much better from that regard, but I'd say its still not worth the money.
@@acegamestv I found the maxnomic XL to suit me better, and I have checked how the seat is made. It has no bars on the left/right side. But yeah, the price is 500 euros. I'm waiting for the delivery tomorrow or the next day after.
Good review, I just got one to make a review of it and Ilove it, but I agree with your 3 points, I would add that it is also very tall.
I'm 5'6" 135lbs so will this be a good chair?
+Jon Doe (Mr White Foxy) I'd look into the smaller one. Either way, if you are 100 percent sure you don't mind the wings on the chair, I doubt it will matter which you pick. This one is very solid outside of that one major issue.
What's the name of the track that starts at 2:15? Also, thank you for the review. Honest, critical reviews are always appreciated, especially from someone who is taller.
My dominator chair is very soft and I would like to have it firmer, also there is virtually no lumbar support and it is a bucket seat which is bad for posture. 3 wrongs ina row, the office comfort model seems to have none of these problems though
interesting review, thanks. I just ordered the commander s3 model. it has a much wider, flatter base cushion which should allow more flexibility in seating. I have read that the memory foam can take some time to break in and be more comfortable. has this been the case with your unit? also the armrests on the unit I ordered look somewhat different, perhaps a revision?
+Robert Cottrell Ya the armrests have an updated texture. They don't feel much different, but the top isn't just smooth rubber anymore.
In terms of the "memory foam" (if you are sure it can be called that) I had no issues or differences. That was my main interest in this chair, and was not an issue when I upgraded to the Leader model. This company does one thing extremely right - their chairs will last you for a very long time.
All you points are just positive in my perspective:
1: I do that crossposture all the time and I need to stop doing it for good posture and stuff
2: the memory foam of some kind will also be good for your back and wont be worn out like other cheap chairs
3: the arms are also solid but the ones i have atm is just borring plastic that are stiff but I guess I have to experience that
Good you will enjoy this chair then! In terms of three, years later these being this hard has lead to some very strange behavior. Essentially, its best described as erosion. The parts of the pad where my elbows rest have been permanently dented, something that never happened with the traditional type arm rest.
more time has past, in the video's description could you add an update?
No update. I sold the chair and bought a different one.
+acegamestv what chair did you switch to?
DarkZennen The Leader. There is a Card on the video linking to a separate video explaining why and the differences.
hey do u use this chair since the last year all the time and is it still working?
+unbekanntus for the win! I gave it to my Father and purchased the Leader model chair from Needforseat. I made a video on that chair, its linked in the Card on the screen while watching the video.
Its still working to my knowledge. There was never ANY question about the quality of the chair in my eyes - just the design.
+acegamestv thanks
I just got the commander SIII (yes i also did pay for it), the padding on the seat is idd a little harder as on the cheap chairs, but you have to keep in mind that this thing is going to last you a pretty long time. My padding is a little more soft tho. When I sit down in it, I just feel some pains in my legs because i had bad chair for years! I also had a little bit of backpain which is completly gone now. These chairs are a lot of money, but if I would have to make this choice again, I would buy it right away.
+thimodbb ya the durability is absolutely its strongest point.
Yeah, that could be a deal breaker for me. Fortunately while i was looking at their site, i noticed they have different classes of chair with recommended body types for each. If you like to cross your legs a lot or like to spread your feet without being impaired by the chair; then I would recommend looking at one of the larger models without the side pads. They cost more but they are also more robust as well. Good honest review, I appreciate a real consumers point of view.
Thanks much for the review. I have one slight niggle though, you can't call side bolsters wings :(
Good review, I like the way you are explaining things, very clear. I personally don't think though that the 3 reasons you mentioned are good enough to "not buy" this chair, they are just 3 personal cons.
Good, I'm glad you are taking the advice of others with a grain of salt. If these things don't bother you then you will love this chair! Its great aside from all this.
I bought the chair. I don't like it for two reasons:
(1) the side "cushions/holders" at the seat base that you mentioned in your video are extremelly unconfortable! They literally push into my quadricepts, cutting them into half up to the point where it becomes painful and I am forced to close my legs from time to time.
(2) it is too high! I got the 173-184 cm model, I am 180 cm and at its lowest height my feet barely touch the floor. If I tilt it just one notch backwards my feet don't touch the floor anymore and since my legs are elavated soon I start feeling pain right under my quadriceps, near the knee.
For these two reasons I would also not recommend buying this chair, especially for the first. I regret I have not listened to your advice. Unfortunately I cannot return the chair because the two weeks period has expired, so now I am trying to sell it.
Ya, the wings are the absolute worst feature of this chair and have no point in its usage, as far as I can tell.
As a late researcher into this, I really appreciate your critical points. Especially the one about crossing your leg underneath.
Thanks for the reality check honest review. I dispise reviewers who get the product for free and dont disclose the information. I'm looking at shipping one to Canada. I thought mine was around 500$.
***** Actually the need for seat was 380 before shipping and import tax.
Hey man, great vid. 1 question though. How tall are you? I'm about 6'3 and am looking for a chair, but don't want to get a chair that is too small for me. What would you say about the chair for someone that is my size?
John Blevins The chair is recommended for people under 6'2.
I personally am 6'0 215~
They have recommendations on the website, but it might be best if you get the next model up in size. Its like 80 dollars more, but I think one of my major complaints could have been resolved by just buying that one instead.
All gaming chairs are like that. Akracing, GTomega, DxRacer.
The firmness is for many hours of use, like 7h or so, for "gaming" sessions.
The wings are a bit more restraining than in a car seat, i noticed that too and don't know why exactly.
The armrests have to be unsteady for the mechanism to work.
Just got one. My issue is that it's absurdly high off the ground. I'm short but not a midget. my feet cant touch the ground fully and I'm 5'8
+General Shitbird Supreme 5'8 is a below the recommendations on the site. It goes down SUPER low though. I think the big thing is how high the base of the chair is in general, but what I do is just lower it pretty low and raise the arm rest to make up for the difference.
My issue is that my feet aren't flat on the ground. It's really annoying actually. I just put it together tonight. emailed NFS. hoping they can shed some light on this, as I ordered over the phone and this is the one THEY suggested.
Thanks for the review acegamestv, made some good points. I occasionally put my foot behind the opposite knee as well.
+D .willis Ya I don't do it often, but after 8 hour gaming sessions its hard to sit perfectly still. This chair makes that very difficult, even nearly a year later!
l really liked your review! You're not a fanboy, nor a hater of the product which makes for an unbiased review. I think I will still buy it. If those are the biggest drawbacks, I don't mind. I think I can live with all of those.
Almighty Inq Ya its a really solid chair. I'm happy with it, just really disappointed with these damn wings on the side lol.
+acegamestv I just bought one for christmas, it's nice to see people having bad things to say about these because I tend to overrate things and be disappointed when I het my hand on it.
Now I'm aware of the disappointments I will probably have ^^ So I can no longer expect it to be perfecter than perfect. Thanks
Valentin Dissais My pleasure, its a really good chair, just has pointless wings on it that ruin the concept for me.
Just wondering didn't you buy a too small chair? There's one for longer people so your back rest is longer.
killer4all15 It seems like I may have but based on height and weight on the website this was the one that was recommended. The other one up was a ton more as well. I don't feel like its too small though.
acegamestv Ok :-) Thanks for your honest review. Good video!
Thank you for this awesome and HONEST Review! unfortunatelly you bought the wrong chair, as others said the "OFFICE COMFORT" model should exactly fit you because it doesnt has those wings on the side. I am also crossing my legs like you do so thats why I got that one. I hope you enjoy your new OFFICE version of this chair and looking forward for a review. Oh and one more thing: Althought you get an excellent chair from NeedforSeat, that 300 or even 500 Dollar are nothing for a proper Office chair. The ones at my workplace cost 5000 Euro (five thausand) each. Those are specifically made for 10+ hours of sitting on it.
+unheilig666 500 dollars is a lot for a chair for the normal gamer. I could by a top of the line motherboard for that, instead I bought a middle of the pack chair.
For 5 thousand I could buy a used car.
Either way, I'll be making 2 videos on the upgraded chair - one comparing the two, and a stand-alone review on it.
Thanks for your kind words!
Hello. Thanks for the review. I think the issues you bring up are more personal tastes and preferences. In my opinion the chair enforces good sitting habits which you could be grateful for 10-15 years laters. Just like healthy diets .. at first you suffer and long for unhealthy food but after the break-in period you get used to it.
I know this is an old video and all, but I own both a maxnomic and a Steelcase chair, and I gotta say the Steelcase is so much more comfortable. It's a very simple, plain looking chair, but it allows me to sit up straight with no back pain at all, whereas the only really comfortable way to sit in my maxnomic was leaning backwards into it - not a great position if you want to get any work done. That said, when I had issues with my maxnomic within the warranty, they did a great job of sorting things out for me, and I still sit in it periodically if I just want to lounge. Mostly my cat sleeps in it now while I work at the computer in my Steelcase chair. :)
Thanks for the input! Was the adjustment to bring the back closer not useful for your situation?
It might just be that I am more sensitive to back pain, but yea, sitting straight was always unfortunately just not great for me in the maxnomic. Still a good chair for lounging, and like you said almost comfortable enough to sleep in even, but yeah just not as good for getting work done in sitting straight. The steelcase chair was more expensive and it's not much to look at, but it's excellent to be able to sit straight up and feel genuinely just comfortable. :)
Dxracer or maxnomic?
***** This is for Maxnomic.
acegamestv I was asking which is better
***** no clue only have this one lol
DXRacer king size, I have one for 5 year ago at my parent house, that my sister use. Its still in a Standard like it was new. And yes, I used to gaming / raid alot, 6-7 hr gaming everyday. And didnt take any mark of that. So now I see Maxnomic at alot of Gaming Tour, and what I end up buying a DXracer King size again. As price range as Maxnomic. Thanks for video Review - it have the good and bad side of the chair. Dxracer - is soft to sit on. I tell you from exp, if its a King size series.
Nice review! I have the office comfort series and it looks like it'd be a better fit for you and I'm able to sit with my foot up and under me in it. The seats are firm but I feel like this helps me with my posture so even though I was taken back by it at first I'm appreciative of it now. The arm rest jiggle though I hate. It is the only part of the chair that feels cheap and while I love the ability to adjust the arm rest, I wish they'd stay still once locked.
Ya, I see the Office Comfort one. That one is like 80 dollars more!
Pretty nuts, but I suppose I should have considered it.
That's just sooo much money to spend on a chair though.
Thanks for the comment either way!
acegamestv how much do you weight/height? I'm still deciding between this and "Office confort" series like Commander S :/
Prelimpim I'm 6 ft and 180lbs with a 31" waist. Definitely have room for much more wide users on the seat itself and the pillow sits perfectly for me at it's lowest position. I would not recommend if you are shorter than myself.
Jason Monroe thanks! I'm 6'10 and 200lbs. the main factor for my decision of "Office-Comfort Commander S" over the "Pro-Gaming and Office" like the Dominitor, was the lumbar adjustment. However I don't know if it really worth it or not :/ Also, I've read many reviews stating the mechanism broke after several months... what's your thoughts?
It seems really sturdy and I've had it for over a month. It would be covered under the warranty though.
Hey, this is a great review man. Thanks a lot! It made me think twice about getting a gaming chair. I am now thinking I might spend more money for an Office Master OM5.
Ya, I'm glad you see it that way. Just remember, even a million dollar chair may not fit you comfortably. The more knowledge the better.
1:35 the xl (xxl-xxxl)seats are flat i can cross both legs up on the seat with 187 cm and 95 kilo
idk how valid that 1st point is the whole point of a chair like that is to make sure you are seating correctly it's not a couch
Phill Wallace Is it? I don't really understand why that would be the case. I guess a gaming chair has to force a certain posture to vilify the normal bad habits gamers have?
I'm not buying it.
I've been playing games for extended periods for years and I simply can't sit the exact same way for multiple hours like this chair is forcing me to.
To me at least, its VERY valid. Guess its just a bad habit to others though.
+acegamestv I found that more of a personal problem then anything. Anyhow its good that it breaks anyone out of the habit so for me thats a plus not a problem. The only thing I personally dont like just from seeing the chair is the arm rests.
Unfortunately for me its not a "habit" or something I can stop. After sitting at work for multiple hours, then coming home and raiding another 5~ hours I simply can't sit flat anymore. I have to shift, and what its turned into now is an even worse habit when I slump down so my legs can stretch a bit. Vitality | NBXT
+acegamestv How tall are you? I am thinking of buying this chair and like to fold my legs beneath me (I think it's called tailor sit) but I am also quite small (1,75m or 5''8(??)). So I was wondering maybe you are taller than me and I won't have this problem as much
MsPetah12 I am 6 foot tall, so ya this will fit you even better.
well after watching this video the 3 points you have brought to my attention have enlightened me towards some off features about maxnomic chairs.
Lucky for me iv ordered a biggerone which has the flat wings on the base and the other two points compared to my current chair is better in everyway .
I know its old, but incase you didn't know, they have one without the wings on the ass end of it. I think its the XL version? I dunno, I have it tho cuz I sit indian style sometimes due to back pain. 4 years old now tho, worth every penny. In the same amount of time I would have wore thru 2-3 chairs (thats why I'm done buying cheap chairs lol). You're right now, its not soft, but it _IS_ comfortable regardless.
just got the exact same chair agree with all points, though a friend of mine bought a similar chair a wile ago and the cushions should break in a bit after a month or 2... since i'm quite a bit lower on weight then him it's probably gone take me half a year to break in these cushions >
So glad Need for Seat is in my hometown. Gonna go test some chairs tomorrow and hope i fit in the 2nd biggest size with 198cm and 90kg. Otherwise gotta pay a hundred euros more. Anyways good review, but just by looking at the back I think you might need a taller one? What size did you get?
I got the leader, I did a comparison video on that model. The link is on the card in the video if you want to see the difference.
Awesome review. For some reason I laughed a couple of times when you pointed out the flaws. Would you recommend the dxracer instead?
skillzbaby No clue, I've never sat in that chair. Its not that I wouldn't recommend this one, just want people to be aware that there are a few big things that may be considered a drawback.
I too like to sit on my foot while I'm sitting in my chair. Thanks for pointing out the bucket seat style is not good for that.
i receved this chair 1 or 2 weeks ago because my low back is so fucked up that i was really needing a good chair for bein sit of it a lot of hour per day
I think this chair is really good honestly , exept the fact that's its a little bit ferm and not extremly soft
i guess it depends on what we expect of it
Mike Yafa Ya, seems some people have unrealistic expectations for the chair.
I’ve had one for 4-5 years. I love it. Was apprehensive about the price, but today I can say I absolutely do not regret it. Still like new and who knows how many hours I spent in it. I think I might have got a more expensive model than this one. Looks similar but stitching goes straight across.
I've had the complete opposite experience. The things I listed here were too much for me. I had to give the chair away to my father, and buy the Leader instead. Its much more comfortable, but after 2+ years, its beat to shit. I've already replaced the arm rests once, and it looks like soon I'll have to do it again, as they keep developing these ridges in them, which eventually cause the foam to separate and make it very uncomfortable to rest my arm on.
Meanwhile, the upholstery is all but gone. It was deteriorating so bad that I was leaving a trail of blue material everywhere I went, so I needed to take an old bed sheet and tie it around the base of the chair to have something consistent to sit on.
Meanwhile the base of the seat, where my butt is all day every day, has gotten significantly depressed, so much so that if you look at the chair sideways its noticeable.
Sounds like its time for a new video, now that I think about it.
Glad you got lucky with yours. I did not, and I will not be buying a gaming chair any more.
acegamestv dang man that really sucks!
the arms are meant to move like that believe it or not, if they were rigid stiff they would break when weight was put on them. i can agree with your other points tho
Thanks for the review, I sit with my legs crossed just like you.. looks like I'm going for a Dx-Racer
Those "wings" on the back are a problem for me. I'm a big guy, 193 cm and 95 kg, but I wouldn't say that my shoulders are particularly broad. Those wings though, force my shoulders forward and put a curve in my back. I ended up getting back aches after a while.
Ya, its a problem all around. No clue why they are there.
the reason im watching this video and commenting is pretty much self explanatory. I kinda had a suspicion that the cushion is not really soft at all. it looks like its gonna feel like sitting on a park bench. and the arm rests are hard plastic look alike. even though they are not hard plastic, they look like they would be hard on elbows. and the fact that no one else brought these points up is because they receive the chair for free and they feel obligated to recommend it and say its the most comfortable thing ever when in reality what im looking at doesn't make sense to be comfortable. idk. i need a new chair and i like the way they look but comfort is more important.
+sorooshusa Ya, its well made, but I too was very disappointed by these "professional" review channels that said 0 negative things about it.
This is the review we need. Really honest and helpful.
Thanks for pointing out the first bit! I tug my leg underneath me too! Now I know to buy a chair that is not a racing model.
+Jantien Van Der Meer Thanks for saying that. For some reason, there are a bunch of people here saying that this isn't a valid reason to buy the chair and that no one does this! Good luck finding the chair that's right for you!
I ended up buying this one anyway, because DXRacer wasn't able to deliver the model I needed in time.
I don't really have a problem sitting in the chair with one leg underneath me. Unfortunately, the chair is too high. The specs say: "Casual Sport chairs accommodates users with a body size between 5'5" and 5'9" (1.65m to 1.75m)". I am 1.69m, but when the chair is in it's lowest position, I cannot put my feet flat on the ground. And no, I don't have an extremely long upper body. ;)
Jantien Van Der Meer Ya, this is another big issue with the company itself. They seem to be a bit confused on what their specifications are meant to mean, and despite me fitting comfortably into the chair I purchased's recommendations, I obviously do not fit in the chair at all.
acegamestv Did you contact the company? I'm still planning to. The chair is not ergonomic, if I can't reach the floor.
Jantien Van Der Meer
Yes I did, they gave me 100 dollar credit towards a new chair, and were going to allow me to return this one for a full refund if it was less than 6 months old, but it was well over that.
Half a point off for voice sync, so you get a 9. I'm going to check to see if you reviewed any of the other chairs. Thanks
Nice review, but please sync your audio :D
ty for ur honest review.
I do completely agree, I myself purchased a DXRacer and It really isnt soft at all, Rather hard and the wings dig into your legs meaning you can only sit in one position which might be good for posture but not for comfort. it also ended up breaking 3 times within the year i got it and then i got a full refund, do not buy gaming oriented products.
Znow hmm.. I have a DXRacer as well and I feel it is way more comfortable and soft than my previous chairs. it also is no way in hell for me to have the wings dig into my legs. I can sit in an infinite amount of different ways and still not have the wings dig into my feet.
I got the same problem with the Akracing chair. I just wish i could remove these sides from the seat so i can spread my legs and dont have to deal with sweaty balls after 30 minutes..
I was actually going to buy a gaming chair too but after trying out multiple gaming chairs on diff stores I came up with same conclusions as yours that (gaming chairs are not comfortable as most people say) I ended up buying a Ergodynamic Human v2 (300 dollars) no gaming chair no matter how expensive can match this in terms of comfort .
uMadBro yeah i tried dxracer chairs and they suck vs a comfy office chair
I have to agree. It seems gaming chairs are a complete waste of time right now. Actual games need comfort, not restrictions. Checked out that chair, but its actually 600 dollars. Either way, I probably will get a different chair in the future and absolutely wont be buying a gaming chair.
acegamestv Your right it is the wings on the chair that makes it uncomfortable to sit on
I was fortunate enough to live near the store, so I got to finally try all the chairs out for an hour. I think you might have been more satisfied with the office version of the chair. It doesn't have the wings on the seat which would have let you cross your legs. It even had much better lumbar support and customization too. It wasn't nearly as form-fitting, though. Then again I'm a rather petite girl, so maybe it is better suited for a man.
+Naomi Washinton Ya, any chair without those these wings would have been worth the purchase, but its a LOT more, and that didn't seem like a good idea at the time.
+acegamestv I dont know what yours go for but in Germany they are 50€ more, which is 1/6 of the price of yours and it actually fits you. They give specific wheight/height measures for each chair here so maybe you dont fit yours?
Bananaramaaah
I fit perfectly into that chair based on the specifications on the website, but with my Christmas bonus I decided to just go for the larger chair and finally be done with this headache. Its over 100 dollars more than the chair I'm showing off in this video though. If it wasn't a gift, I would never consider paying that much for a single chair!
Thanks for this review. Saved me a lot of money
It sounds like you might have been happier with a chair that incorporated memory foam. I think they tend to be more expensive. Actually, really expensive chairs tend to be firmer still, like the Herman Miller chairs.
Does it? My main concern was the wings on the side really. The firmness of the chair was on the list for sure, but it was more beause I was surprised with how firm it was.
I upgraded to the one I did a comparson with in the Card in this video and have been pretty happy.
have AKRacing seat with pretty much same stuff. Before I had dxracer which I had for about 6 years and to be fair that chair was more comfortable. unfortunately the backframe of the sitting cushion broke down. But after 6 years it was quite decent.
All in all my dxracer and this are the best I ever owned and even better than the most expensive office chair in the office I have sat on. I would prefer to bring my chair to the office :D
Richard van Tricht is dx racer better?
nice honest video. It made a lot of sense.
first problem mentions how he cant do it but in the video he seems to do it with ease
Its not that its difficult. Just uncomfortable. I think its important to be comfortable while sitting, right?
DUUUUDDEEE! Awesome review! I tuck my leg under too :O Thanks for this video!
You seem a bit tall for the chair, maybe getting a slightly taller model would solve the side-legs problem ?
but yeah looking at this video the chair looks a bit too solid, not comfortable/soft enough..
I am the recommended height for the chair based on the website.
If you're taller than 6"0, you could/should have got the taller model instead.
Its an awesome chair. I wouldn't have it any other way. The armrests could use some redesign but they are fine. It could also go a little bit lower but other than those two things this chair is amazing.
+Dave Miami (warmachine) Yup, its 9/10 for me. If it wasn't for those pointless wings, it would have been 100 percent worth the purchase.
got one of these too. very disappointing. back was crooked from the getgo, got a replacement back and it was just as bad if not worse. Mounting brackets for the back were bent and crooked, base didn't sit flat and it spins on its own if the slant is facing "downhill" and the strut has been making a clunking noise while leaning. Wish I never bought it.
Ya, frankly not a very good product. Wouldn't recommend anyone buy from this company unless the prices go way down.
thank you for your review man!
Nice comments, exactly where people are looking for (i think). I think i can live with two of them but for the third i need to get flexible so i can put my legs in my neck instead crossing one with the other :)
Still think I'm going for it since the Dx chairs will likely give the same problem.
Cheers!
audio sink is out..... :(
So glad im not the only 'idiot' in immense discomfort after receiving my ergonomic pro gaming chair. Exactly like yours but a different brand. The firmness of the seat is insane. I would describe it as a marble chair with a Yoga matt wrapped over it - sure, it might be great for 20 minutes, but any longer and my ass/hips/legs are on fire. Completely agree with your review and now that i see im not the only one, im returning it.
+thedTox Ya there are some serious drawbacks that no one seems to want to talk about with these chairs!
What is that turning knob on the right side of the back for?
I assume the dislikes are from people that have already bought the chair and don't like you critiquing. I give you a like for the heads up.
Im just looking for something to help my posture 'cause I fucked up my back after years of gaming. Is this it for me? btw how tall are you? Im tall as fuck.
+Dylan Maurits I'm 6'1. This chair is great for posture for sure. If you are much taller than me, don't buy this model though. Try the Leader. Of course its another 100 dollars though!
thanks for one of the vary rare honest reviews
Joe Branek Np, glad my goals met your expectations. The chair is really good, but unfortunately there are three MAJOR flaws that make its near 400 dollar price tag excessive. Hope this helps you guys make your decision!
u should have went for the office comfort series ^^ got a dx racer office one its with a flat bottem
its not supposed to be soft, its firm because its better for the posture wich also makes it better for your health in the long term
the audio is way out of sync
+t103Ninja Its not way out of sync, just a little off with the webcam. And I've heard this stuff about the posture 100 times. I don't really care whats "better for the long term." Maybe if I was 12 and this was the first chair I owned, but every other chair I've used for the last 8 years has allowed for my own posture - not the apparently decided perfect one. I'm not suddenly going to sit a very specific way just because I now own this chair. One of the few drawbacks of this chair is its trying to conform to some guidelines set by who knows. Its still a great chair though.
acegamestv its a guideline that every well designed office chair uses, i dont have any experience with this particular chair but i do have a DXRace and its very similar
the chair i had before was some cheap thing from ikea and i used to slump down in it and cross my legs and stuff
upon getting the DXracer it did take me a litle while to get used to the change but it was a change for the better i can sit in the chair all day and night and when i get up i feel just as fresh as when i first sat in it
and yes the audio is way out of sync
***** Glad to hear. Its a much bigger issue for me. And no, its really not.Its no big deal either way, thanks for looking past it!
probally a bit late now but the Secret Labs Titan 2020 is a good option
Never too late. Ill look into it!
Thanks for the review. I value negative points a lot more than positive ones and that's something I never seem to find on a lot of things. : )
Naomi Washinton Ya that was the point of making this. So many people got this chair for free that literally none of the big reviews say a single negative point about it.
What's your height?
6 Foot.
Thanks a lot for the video :) I'm a programmer and we have naturally good chairs at work, but I never ever had a soft arm wrist, also my Chair at home doesn't, so was hoping these would be better but sadly nope.
But guess DX Racer is better then, it's said to be softer as Max'
They need to add an inch of plush foam. Sink a little, then stop. That's the goal. I don't see any chairs that do that though. It basic in matresses though.
+Hezekiah Domowski My dream chair is the professional look of Maxnomic and hard foam that is comfortable to sit on but is hard to make sink at all.
+ZOMG Comfortable, for me, would have to entail sinking. In fact, I'd prefer the most amount of sinking that doesn't let you touch the bottom.
what you are describing is a hard chair :) they make them, for dining rooms :)
you c ould get some memory foam from amazon and cut it
For your first point, you just need to get one of the bigger models. Otherwise, good points :)
08boatfg Ya, just a shame they cost soooo much more. This one is the perfect size if it just didn't have these damn wings on them!