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That sounds like thebest gaming chairimaginable, doesn’t it?

Here’s why I’d argue against buying a massaging gaming chair.

Mavix M7�s Elemax massage and heating backrest

Not only that, but shopping for one feels very high-risk.

Mid-range brands that still make great chairs are brands like Fractal Design, Boulies,Corsair, and AndaSeat.

Even then, you’re still parting with between $300-$500 to sit down in their products.

A marketing image of one of Elfordson’s RGB massaging gaming chairs

Massaging gaming chairs can come from either end of the spectrum.

Massaging/heated chairs from Mavix and DXRacer can cost you anywhere from $600-$800.

That’s a whole lot of money to part with for one extra feature.

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Posture support is just that - it’ssupport, it’s not a cure for your back pain.

Massage features are the exact same.

Plus, have you ever tried a proper, non-gaming massage chair?

Mavix M7’s lumbar and back support

Alternatively, maybe you have a grandparent or older relative who has a massage chair at home.

Gaming chairs that have heated massage features, like theMavix M7, don’t go that far.

Ali also noted that the practicalities of owning a heating, massaging chair aren’t all that great.

A closer look at the Razer Iskur V2 adjustable lumbar support

You’ll need to plug it in to either charge it or power it when it’s working.

Then there are ergonomic options like theFractal Refine, which is our current pick for best overall gaming chair.

All three of these feature adjustable lumbar support along with other features.

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Boulies Master Rex

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The Omniflex armrests of the Corsair TC500 Luxe

FlexiSpot E7 Plus on grey carpet

The Razer Iskur V2 X in front of a desk

The Corsair TC500 Luxe in a gaming setup

Flexispot E7 Plus with plant, monitor, soundbar, and controller on top next to white wall lighting.

Flexispot E7 Plus standing desk with monitor, Blueant speaker and plant on top

Razer Freyja back cushions

The Playseat Formula Instinct F1 Edition

A Boulies marketing image showing someone reclining in its Master Rex chair

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