AndaSeat X-Air Pro Mesh Chair Review

Gaming and office chairs have been vying with each other for years, but as consumers’ understanding of ergonomics and quality construction has expanded, the differences between the two have shrunk. Now, the main difference between PC chairs is whether they are made with padded fabric or breathable mesh, the latter of which is available in far fewer models. Herman Miller’s Aeron chair has traditionally been thought to be the very best PC chair around, but with competition from brands such as Sihoo, Respawn, and AndaSeat heating up throughout 2024, there are now decent mesh gaming chair options available at every price point.

AndaSeat’s X-Air Pro was just released in September, and draws on designs proven by more expensive brands to deliver a slightly pared down, albeit much more affordable, mesh chair. I tested the X-Air Pro over the course of a few weeks, as well as having other people give it a spin to see how it performed with different body types. AndaSeat’s mesh gaming chair offers a ton of promising features at an affordable price, making it ideal for plenty of players in search of an ergonomic chair, though some may still opt for something different.

Box Contents

The X-Air Pro comes securely packaged and can be easily ‘rolled’ through your front door without needing another person or risking damage to the chair. In total, there are 15 parts in the box, including hardware.

Assembly Troubles

There doesn’t seem to be anything out of the ordinary about the X-Air Pro when you open the box and start getting ready to assemble the chair, but I definitely noticed a difference while building it.

First and foremost, the instructions felt unclear, making it tough to know where pieces needed to be attached. Secondly, the gas lift should have been pre-installed on the seat base. It was extremely heavy and basically impossible to install by myself due to the attached delicate wires and the curved shape of the upturned seat. Luckily, I was able to get some help, but it felt like it should have been pre-assembled, given the ample packaging and how thin the chair base is even once the gas lift is attached.

In the end, it took me and another person an hour and a half to build the X-Air Pro.

Style & Design

Once the chair was put together, it turned out to be an impressive sight. The chair certainly lives up to the photos on AndaSeat’s website. Most of the parts are made of metal, with some plastic used for things such as levers, and the mesh felt sturdy and bouncy from the get-go. The X-Air Pro aims to provide an ergonomic and stylish experience, and at first glance it succeeds. Even after testing, there’s no denying that the design is robust and aesthetic, though certain elements deserve a closer look.

Adjustability

The X-Air Pro is marketed as a large chair, though the official sizing guide says that it can accommodate people 4’11”-6’2”, no doubt thanks to its many movable parts. However, as someone who is just over 5’6”, I can safely say that this chair is mainly built for big and tall gamers.

The seat base is generously wide and can tilt side to side slightly as you adjust your body. The catch is, if you don’t weigh enough, the seat is bouncy and wobbly, almost like sitting on a yoga ball. That’s certainly going to be an attractive trait to a niche of users, but most may find it uncomfortable if they’re too small to fill out the broad chair. The biggest issue is the fact that the back can’t be moved very far forward, even though it can be moved back by quite a few inches.

With the back as close to the seat as it can go, there’s a huge gap that forces you to lean back. Only the back tilts, with the seat base being adjustable forward and backwards with the use of levers.

The lumbar support can also be moved up and down, as well as forward and backwards on an angled hinge, but the distance between the seat and the back is too great for it to make much of a difference for smaller body types. Ultimately, the chair was far more uncomfortable than the Boulies gaming chair I’m used to.

On the other hand, when I had a big and tall gamer try out the chair, they found it more comfortable than their fabric ergonomic chair.

The armrests on the X-Air Pro are called 5D, for the number of directions they can move. This is too many D’s. The armrests get knocked around easily and are difficult to match with one another because as you adjust one, the other inevitably moves either under the weight of your other arm or because it’s difficult to avoid bumping into it while trying to feel out the perfect orientation.

The height adjustment lever is about half the size of any other PC chair I’ve tried out, though most people set their chair height only once.

All of this being said, there is a ton of adjustability available with this chair. The armrests can be fine-tuned, the seat moves forward and backward, the lumbar support and headrest can be shifted, and the tilt can be tightened or disabled easily. As long as you’re tall or wide enough to benefit from this large chair, you’ll have a decent range of adjustability to play with.

Ergonomics

The adjustability issues reveal the fact that the X-Air Pro is more suited for big and tall players, who will be able to enjoy some truly exceptional ergonomics for an affordable mesh chair.

This chair is clearly built for leaning, as the back is set at a slight angle compared to the seat base, making it impossible to sit up perfectly straight. However, for larger body types, this works out well with the adjustable lumbar support, making it easy to have good posture without having to become militaristic about it. The headrest, as with most chairs, is definitely a personal choice to use, especially since it doesn’t really encourage good posture and serves mostly as a comfy way to wait out match queues.

There is a bit of an adjustment period if you’re moving from a padded chair to this mesh gaming chair, but the seat is wider than most and the mesh weave is strong enough to make anyone feel like they’re sitting on a cloud, even after weeks of use. Plus, the chair is noticeably cooler than fabric counterparts, which is a nice change of pace for anyone who tends to keep warm while playing. Despite the chair size not being for everyone, the ergonomic design at play is much more comfortable than other mesh gaming chairs, though it does come at a higher cost than more standard, fabric gaming chairs.

Aesthetics

The look of the X-Air Pro is absolutely stunning, and the back of the chair will eventually be able to be swapped out with new colors, which haven’t been released yet. Right now, the chair is available in black and white, with backs that are either solid black, pink and blue, or blue and purple. The angular back looks so beautiful and futuristic, especially with the colorful paint jobs. The combo colors only simulate iridescent hues, but they do so almost perfectly, making the chair look more extravagant than it actually is.

This colorful flair makes it easy to choose a style that suits you and your space. The front of the chair still has a clean, ergonomic look to it though, allowing it to fit right in with office chairs just as well as with gaming chairs.

Is the X-Air Pro Right for You?

The AndaSeat X-Air Pro mesh chair wasn’t for me, but it’s tough to deny the fact that it’s an excellent choice for big and tall gamers, particularly if they get hot while gaming or live in a warm climate. Medium and small gamers might be disappointed to hear this but, honestly, we have plenty of options to choose from, and the same can’t be said about big and tall gamers, particularly when it comes to mesh chairs.

The X-Air Pro has an MSRP of $450, which may be more than a budget option. However, it’s been on sale frequently since its release and can be had for as low as $380 during AndaSeat’s holiday sales, thanks to a coupon and an email promotion. That’s an unbeatable price, and even at the standard discounted price of $420, it’s a good deal for such a robust chair.

There is a cheaper version of the chair, the X-Air, but it is missing the ultra-adjustable 5D armrests, doesn’t use an all-metal base, and relies on more manual seat adjustment, rather than the gas-lift apparatus that supports the X-Air Pro’s adjustability.

The X-Air Pro is a winner as far as mesh gaming chairs go. Offering excellent ergonomics for large body types, high-quality materials for nearly every part, and a super stylish design, AndaSeat’s entry may be one of the best mesh chairs on the market right now, at least for anyone looking for something below the $700 mark.

Alternative Gaming Chairs to Consider

Some players might be okay with an oversized seat base, but if the bouncy mesh is not for you, consider these similar gaming chairs if you’re in the market for a new one:

FAQ

Q: What is the weight limit for the AndaSeat X-Air Pro?

The max weight supported by the X-Air Pro is 265lbs.

Q: Does AndaSeat have free shipping?

AndaSeat offers free shipping within the United States.