Which Has Better Gaming Chairs?

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  Secretlab TITAN Evo 2022 Series Gaming Chair

  Surprisingly Versatile

  The Titan Evo is the most popular gaming chair because of its balance of build quality, ergonomics, and style. Since it’s compatible with many different modular parts and accessories, the Titan Evo can adapt as a gaming setup evolves. However, some buyers find its seat cushion less than luxurious while the lack of a mesh option limits the chair’s breathability. 

  Pros

  • Available in several different sizes
  • Integrated lumbar support for seamless look
  • Modular with incredible accessory selection
  • Wide choice of styles and fabrics

  Cons

  • Some gamers find the seat cushion too firm
  • Seath depth is not adjustable

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  Herman Miller X Logitech G Embody Gaming Chair

  Worthwhile Lifetime Investment

  The price of the Herman Miller X Logitech G Embody scares off many buyers, but it easily outlasts any cheaper gaming chair. Gamers can sit on the Embody for years, if not decades, without degrading parts or annoying squeaks. Once a user finds their preferred ergonomic settings with the many adjustments, the Embody remains comfortable during work and gaming hours. 

  Pros

  • Incredibly durable construction
  • Many ergonomic adjustments
  • Back support automatically adapts to different sitting positions
  • Usually comes fully assembled

  Cons

  • Extremely expensive compared to most gaming chairs
  • Lacks headrest

Secretlab’s gaming chairs have led the industry in ergonomics and styling for nearly a decade. Relying heavily on scientific research to produce premium seats, Secretlab’s sterling reputation results from thousands of positive reviews and even a handful of proprietary patents. Meanwhile, having dominated the office chair space for decades, Herman Miller’s chairs are the first choice of buyers who value unmatched build quality. To cater to a wider audience, Herman Miller partnered with Logitech in 2020 to create a gaming-oriented version of one of its most popular chairs.

Both companies offer some of the top chairs on the market, but that doesn’t mean they’re equals. Every gamer has different preferences that match particular models in the Secretlab and Herman Miller lineup. The gaming chair players will ultimately find themselves sitting on will be determined by several factors, from ergonomics to economics.

Comfort and Ergonomics

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  Secretlab Titan Evo

  The Secretlab Titan Evo offers an entirely new level of individualized support and unsurpassed performance. Secretlab uses cutting-edge engineering methods for complex designs and better-than-ever materials that are handcrafted and superior in quality. For serious performance, professional-level ergonomics were incorporated into the design. This is the gaming chair with all the functionality most gamers need.

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  Herman Miller X Logitech G Embody Gaming Chair

  The Herman Miller X Logitech G Embody Gaming Chair is a premium take by the luxury furniture giant. It professes to be one’s daily source of comfort for work and gaming, backed by an impressive 12-year, 24-hour usage warranty.

Secretlab

Secretlab was founded in 2014 and launched its THRONE V1 gaming chair in May 2015. With a decade of gaming chair-building experience, this company has spent years creating a chair that fits the needs of just about everyone.

Rather than simply converting an office chair into a gaming chair, Secretlab designs its products with the gamer in mind. Offering healthy ergonomics in its gaming chairs is one piece of the puzzle that Secretlab prides itself on solving. As their name suggests, Secretlab’s teams have completed thousands of hours of research and development to identify and reinforce key pressure points along the seat and back.

Using specially developed cold-cured foam, these gaming chairs can support up to 395 lbs for years, supporting healthy circulation and ergonomics while being super comfy to sit on. Players won’t exactly sink into their Secretlab gaming chair, but the plush cushions feel great from the start and will eventually slightly mold to the user’s unique body shape.

Secretlab also developed a patent-pending lumbar support system that flexes to individuals using a lattice-weave support panel. As players sit up or down, adjust side to side, or even get up and down, the lumbar support will readjust, ensuring their back is properly supported.

Of course, ergonomics isn’t everything; there are creature comforts that don’t necessarily benefit gamers in any way, but they need to be considered. Secretlab knocks it out of the park with their overall comfort too. Their upholstery options feel great and offer durability and breathability. The one downside to Secretlab chairs is that there isn’t really a mesh option (other than their partnership with the NeueChair), meaning that gamers who run hot probably won’t find a model cool enough for them.

Besides the lack of targeted temperature control, the Titan Evo 2022 is a chair designed to accommodate gamers and office workers alike with the ability to adjust the arm rests, the chair height, seat angle, and more. Their optional accessories further improve comfort by providing players with magnetic headrest pillows and swappable memory foam arm rests. Combined with the ability to adjust the ergonomic settings, such as the lumbar support and tension, gamers can easily personalize this chair to meet their own comfort level.

In 2024, Secretlab added the NanoGen Edition to the model series. This chair features brand-new leatherette upholstery that is both ultra-stain resistant and UV-resistant. The NanoGen also features new cushioning, promising new levels of durability and comfort to keep you engaged in the game for as long as possible.

Herman Miller

Herman Miller is a furniture company that has been around for well over a century, having been founded in 1905. They’ve really found their niche in ergonomic office supply materials, and they’re now diving into the gaming chair sector with Logitech.

Behind Herman Miller’s boring facades lie tons of research and empirically tested support systems. Or, at least, that’s what they say. Although they’re known for their advanced ergonomics and comfortable chairs, this is largely due to their being one of the first companies to seriously look at ergonomics in the office. While this is laudable, it’s also something that’s been taken for granted by most. It’s difficult to find any information about how exactly Herman Miller implements ergonomics into their designs or what kind of testing they perform to ensure said design is truly ergonomic. This is becoming more important by the day, given the proliferation of low-quality gaming chairs on the market using the same vague language as Herman Miller. However, they have yet to explain their methodology fully.

Regardless, user reviews seem to corroborate Herman Miller’s claims. Most people say they never want another chair again once they get a Herman Miller chair. Many users say the chair was more expensive than it was worth overall, but almost no reviews express regret. Plus, even if they refuse to provide details on their research, their partnership with Logitech seems to have forced their hand on their gaming chair selection.

Logitech is also known for being a serious company that likes to put its products through the paces before offering them to customers. Their scientific team worked with Herman Miller to design support systems that target key areas known to cause issues for gamers. The skeletal backs of Herman Miller chairs are the first indication that despite being made of mesh, these chairs can cradle a person in a way that comfortably supports their back and legs.

This slightly personalized comfort experience is even better with several adjustable options on many Herman Miller chairs. For instance, the Embody and Vantum allow for changes to the armrest height, arm rest width, and seat depth, along with more standard adjustable parts like seat height and a reclining back. While the back of the seat and seat height resembles the TITAN Evo 2022 series, their armrest width and length adjustment are only on the Herman Miller models. With these adjustable parts, players can fine-tune their gaming chair as their weight fluctuates and their work-life balance shifts over the years.

Neither Secretlab nor Herman Miller has distinct advantages when it comes to ergonomic adjustments. Although gamers can’t change the Titan Evo’s seat depth, they can utilize controls to modify lumbar support or the position of armrests.

The issue is a bit more complicated when considering overall comfort levels. Secretlab chairs employ considerable memory foam in most models, which provides a feeling of luxury. On the other hand, Herman Miller relies more on mesh fabric and porous seat backs, which feel more rigid but resist heat buildup during long gaming sessions. How buyers intend to use a gaming chair and the environment they live in should ultimately be the deciding factor.

Style

Secretlab

Whether showcasing colorful FPS titles like Valorant or action RPGs such as Diablo IV, Secretlab constantly refreshes its designs to target gamers. Secretlab doesn’t simply slap a hastily made slipcover on an existing chair when creating a special edition, even if high-quality skins are available.

Surprisingly, when adorned in mostly black, Secretlab chairs have a rather understated appearance. Unlike many gaming chairs, which tend to have oversized wings and super vibrant colors dynamically placed around the chair, Secretlab chairs rely on a more minimalist design base.

The chair shape, for instance, is pretty subtle for a gaming chair and would look completely normal in an office setting, especially if the chair is black or gray. There are side wings, but they are far less prominent than some other gaming chairs and serve an ergonomic purpose. The Secretlab upholstery options are likewise muted yet refined. The NanoGen Leatherette is a newly designed leather developed by Secretlab that’s sleek, smooth, and more durable than standard PU leather. Opposite this, Secretlab’s SoftWeave Plus Fabric is ultra-soft and extremely breathable, having been developed using sports shoe technology as inspiration.

These upholstery choices come in dozens of colors and special edition patterns as Secretlab continues to partner with movies such as The Batman (2022) and games like Hogwarts Legacy. The chairs can even be changed on the fly with Secretlab’s skins, but the fact of the matter is that Secretlab essentially has one type of chair. The chair shape is fairly standardized across size options, and even the “classic” models are slowly being phased out. Gamers who don’t like this type of gaming chair won’t find anything else to like about Secretlab chairs. However, with so many other style options and a standard chair that looks fantastic in almost any setting, the Titan Evo is a perfect gaming chair for plenty of players.

Herman Miller

Not everyone is a fan of the “gamer” aesthetic that most gaming chairs have nowadays. Thankfully, Herman Miller has the expertise to fill the gaps between ergonomic office chairs and gaming chairs designed to be used for much longer periods of time. Herman Miller’s modern and clean aesthetic leaves little to the imagination but accomplishes a sleek look that integrates complex ergonomic support systems. Herman Miller has a wide selection of chairs available. There are many different styles, from tough, green polymer chairs with low backs to chairs with high backs with distinctive contouring and lilac upholstery. While there are quite a lot of models to choose from, most gamers comparing Herman Miller to Secretlab will want to look specifically at their famous Aeron chair and the two chairs they’ve developed in partnership with Logitech: the Embody and the Vantum.

The Aeron mesh back chair is one of the most prestigious office chairs, though it has an unassuming design. It does come in several different color options, but they’re all combinations of gray, black, and white. The Vantum gaming chair is another simple design and clearly one of Herman Miller’s budget options. The mesh back looks almost solid, while the padded seat continues the sleek shape. The only color to be found is the chair’s outer shell, which can be red, white, or black.

The Embody gaming chair shows off Logitech’s influence on Herman Miller designers. The tall back looks great, the contoured back is stylish, and there are four color combinations to choose from. Unfortunately, the color options are still a bit lacking, with purple and green upholstery only being available with the white base for some reason. Blue is also an option, but only with the black base, and the upholstery isn’t blue at all.

Herman Miller’s Sayl chair may have the most gaming flair out of all the company’s options. Buyers can choose from pinkish, neon, and turquoise colors that match the trendiest gaming rooms and completely change the look of the chair’s suspension bridge back.

With an extensive selection of special edition designs and skins, Secretlab seems the obvious winner among gamers searching for an attractive, personalized chair. Herman Miller chairs aren’t outlandish like RGB gaming peripherals—they look exactly like what everyone imagines an office chair to look like, with some variations. The saving grace for gamers is that even if they lack distinction, most silver and black-dominated office furniture fits nicely with a typical gaming setup.

Value

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  Secretlab TITAN Evo Lite Gaming Chair

  Designed for exceptional comfort over long hours of sitting, the Secretlab TITAN Evo Lite combines the
  most essential features of the TITAN Evo with serious value. It brings the pro-grade performance that Secretlab is known for at a more accessible price.

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  Herman Miller Verus Task Chair

  The Verus Task Chair is one of Herman Miller’s most affordable chairs that doesn’t compromise on build quality or ergonomics. With a shape that naturally provides sacral and lower lumbar support, the Verus feels supportive as soon as users sit it in. This task chair is available with Interweave or TriFlex seat backs, which both encourage healthy posture and are extremely breathable. The seat on the Verus includes a tilt limiter to position it perfectly regardless of sitting position. 

Secretlab

Secretlab’s chairs are considerably more expensive than budget furniture but are similarly priced to chairs from Razer, DXRacer, and Vertagear. Buyers are sometimes frustrated by the lack of discounts, with the manufacturer’s chairs only available on a few websites. Still, considering that Secretlab uses patent-pending features and constantly tests its chairs to improve them ahead of its competitors, it’s pretty impressive that a gamer could have one of its chairs for less than $600.

That being said, $500-600 is still a lot of money. Is it really worth it? The short answer is yes. Secretlab’s price point is well within the typical range of quality gaming chairs, and they’re expected to last about five years. The manufacturer themselves endorses this, offering a 3-year warranty as a standard and allowing customers to extend the warranty to 5 years by simply registering the serial number.

Secretlab does have the Titan Evo Lite to appeal to more budget-limited gamers. While not dramatically cheaper than the Titan Evo, the Lite comes closer to budget status, using slightly older upholstery blends and non-adjustable lumbar support. Even though it’s incompatible with many of Secretlab’s modular accessories, the Titan Evo Lite is sold in regular and XL sizes, with a choice of Leatherette and SoftWeave fabric. Also, its build quality and comfort rival Secretlab’s best chairs without requiring as serious of an investment.

In general, Secretlab is a great value for players looking to get a gaming chair that will support them until the next best Secretlab chair comes out. It won’t last a decade, but it will survive a handful of years with minimal care and provide an outlet for repping favorite franchises or having a unique, executive-style chair in the office.

Herman Miller

There’s no doubt that Herman Miller office and gaming chairs are a cut above the rest or at least most of the rest. Even if they were the absolute best, it’s hard to justify a price point frequently three times higher than other gaming or office chair options.

One of the best ways to determine whether a higher price point is worthwhile is to consider the cost over time. A Herman Miller chair is built to last much longer than standard chairs; their warranty covers the chairs for an insanely long 12 years; meaning that even though their top chairs cost around $1800, gamers are essentially paying about $12 per month for the chair. However, there’s one more thing to think about regarding cost: do players really want to be sitting in the same chair for 12 years?

Chair technology continues to improve every year, and there’s little doubt that within the next five years, there will be a chair that blows Herman Miller’s current options out of the water. Most gaming chairs are designed for use over 3-5 years, perfect for staying on top of the latest and greatest ergonomic developments. Keeping this in mind, gamers would pay about $30 per month for a Herman Miller chair over five years, which isn’t too bad for an ultra-luxurious option.

Buyers can find a Herman Miller chair priced close to the Titan Evo, but they will have to think outside the box. The Verus Task Chair gives gamers a taste of Herman Miller’s refined ergonomics and craftsmanship at a more affordable price point. Even though the Verus is not technically a gaming chair, it doesn’t look dramatically different from the Aeron. However, gamers must pay extra for additional lumbar support and more adjustable arm rests.

In the end, the up-front cost of almost any Herman Miller chair is prohibitive to most gamers. It’s not particularly alluring to anyone who wants to upgrade their setup consistently or prefers to refresh their seat with a new one rather than settle into a standard. Those who would prefer to stick to the same chair might find these chairs an excellent choice, but at these price points, they could also buy three Secretlab chairs instead.

Build Quality

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  Secretlab Titan Evo XL

  The Secretlab Titan Evo XL brings all the award-winning features of the Titan Evo chairs to its devoted big and tall gamers. The chair supports gamers weighing up to 395 lbs and up to 6’9″ tall, built with a steel frame to handle any added stress and wear. 
  Like the other Secretlab Titan Evo chairs, the XL version is available in fabric choices including Neo Hybrid Leatherette and Softweave Plus Fabric, as well as many color choices and skins.

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  Herman Miller Aeron Gaming Chair

  The Herman Miller Aeron is one of the manufacturer’s best-selling chairs and now there is a version for gamers as well. Featuring an all-black Onyx color theme, the stealthy Aeron will fit in with any gaming rig. With a breathable mesh construction, gamers can play all day and night without feeling uncomfortable. A gamer’s posture is always kept in check, regardless of whether they are reclined or leaning forward toward monitors. 

Secretlab

Among its primary competition, the Titan Evo is regarded as a very well-built chair that can often outlive its maximum five-year warranty. However, if a gamer is in the proper height range, it’s worth considering a big and tall gaming chair, which often has reinforced frames and bases. For a slightly higher cost, the Titan Evo XL offers an even sturdier aluminum base with XL PU casters, supporting gamers up to 395 lbs.

While high-quality parts are critical to a chair’s longevity, the material covering them often wears down first. The Titan Evo chairs utilize especially durable leatherette and fabric options that withstand daily wear and tear. Similarly, the cold cure memory foam between the chair’s exterior and frame is resilient enough to avoid becoming compressed.

Herman Miller

Herman Miller’s gaming chairs are in an entirely different price bracket than Secretlab’s, so expectations for build quality are understandably greater. The Aeron Gaming Chair is perhaps the most rock-solid of all Herman Miller chairs, carrying the company’s customary 12-year warranty. Even though the Aeron isn’t completely devoid of plastic, gamers immediately feel secure when sitting in the chair. Reports of squeaking parts when moving around in the Aeron are rare, which isn’t surprising considering its lengthy manufacturer’s guarantee.

The material that makes direct contact with gamers is often the first to degrade. Since most of Herman Miller’s chairs use firm mesh or hard plastic backs rather than leather or cloth fabric that can tear, they tend to look brand new even after years of use. That’s not necessarily a great tradeoff for some buyers who prefer the feel of memory foam over stiffer options.

Unlike Secretlab chairs, Herman Miller chairs usually arrive fully assembled in large boxes. More parts are fused and connected at the factory, so it’s no surprise gamers receive solidly built furniture. This is necessary since Herman Miller chairs are designed to withstand long office hours rather than several hours of evening gaming.

Based on Herman Miller’s track record of durability and longer warranty, it’s hard not to give them an edge over Secretlab in build quality. Regardless, gamers who enjoy an abundance of cushioning or the ability to change a chair’s appearance will find Secretlab chairs more than adequate.

Secretlab vs. Herman Miller Verdict

Both Secretlab and Herman Miller offer excellent gaming chairs. Still, there are more than enough differences to determine which company has the best chairs for individual needs.

Secretlab Gaming Chair Pros and Cons

Overall, Secretlab has appealing all-around chairs that complement a gaming desk and PC rig. They’re reasonably affordable, take a scientific approach to ergonomics, and offer plenty of customization to suit any setting, office, or gamer cave. However, Secretlab only offers one basic chair design, even if it comes in many different sizes and styles. Also, Secretlab’s leatherette material isn’t ideal for warm environments, while alternative fabric blends are more difficult to clean.

Herman Miller Gaming Chair Pros and Cons

Herman Miller is steadfast in its mission to cater to the most demanding buyers. With high prices come top-quality office chairs and even a few chairs that bring the time-tested designs of ergonomic office furniture into gaming rooms. Most gaming chairs can’t match the durability of Herman Miller products or their 12-year warranty coverage. Unfortunately, even the Herman Miller gaming chairs lack the number of style choices or compatible accessories that Secretlab sells.

Considering Secretlab’s more reasonable asking prices and involvement in esports and gaming, most gamers will gravitate toward the Titan Evo. However, a chair like the Embody may be worth the investment if a buyer splits time between working and gaming.

FAQ

Q: What is so special about Secretlab gaming chairs?

Secretlab has spent years testing its chair to accommodate all types of gamers, rather than finding the first manufacturer that sells a base model gaming chair and slaps a label on it. They combine comfort, ergonomics, and style to create a gaming chair that almost everyone can use.

Q: Is the Logitech Herman Miller Embody worth it?

If you have a home office, enjoy a clean aesthetic, and want the very best ergonomic support possible, then the Logitech x Herman Miller Embody is absolutely worth it. For lack of better terms, it would likely be the “last gaming chair you ever buy”. The engineering and quality of the Embody is more than enough to justify the price point.