{"id":22394,"date":"2023-10-24T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-10-24T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/?p=22394"},"modified":"2024-04-19T15:21:43","modified_gmt":"2024-04-19T19:21:43","slug":"best-gaming-chair-options-for-small-spaces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/your-life\/best-gaming-chair-options-for-small-spaces\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Gaming Chair Options for Small Spaces"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\"Game<\/a>
Your old desk chair might not be cutting it anymore. Find out if you need a gaming chair for your small space.
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Whether you\u2019re new to gaming or simply ready to update your gaming setup, you\u2019re probably already convinced that a new gaming chair would make your experience all the more epic. And you\u2019re not wrong. But when it comes to compact gaming chairs or finding a gaming chair for small spaces, the search can be frustrating. One would think that with all the young people gaming today, buying a mini gaming chair would not be the challenge that it is \u2013 but one would be wrong. But that\u2019s why we\u2019re here! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the blog article below, we\u2019ll examine why you should consider buying a gaming chair, how to pick between the mini gaming chairs available for a small space, and more tips to make your shopping a breeze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Should You Buy a Gaming Chair?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Gaming<\/a>
Gaming chairs are functional for comfort, but also for aesthetics.
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The short answer is: For looks and features.\nGaming chairs are meant to provide gamers with a piece of furniture that is as\naesthetically appealing as it is functional. For instance, racing-style gaming\nchairs are designed specifically with a bucket-style seat to make sure riders\nstay in the right spot in racing games. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

People tend to buy gaming chairs when they\u2019re\nupdating or decking out a gamer setup for the first time. For live streamers\nespecially, they\u2019re a must. So if any of those apply, you should definitely\nstart shopping around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Should\nYou Get a Gaming Chair for Work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We guarantee you: Every single WFH-er who also games from the same spot has looked at their setup and thought to themselves, \u201cIs a gaming chair good for office work?\u201d After all, they certainly look cooler than most office chairs. And no one short on space wants to deal with two chairs. The answer is, you could\u2026but you probably shouldn\u2019t. Frankly, most people prefer office chairs instead of gamer chairs for work. Office chairs generally feature better ergonomics, are easier to buy based on size requirements, and are cheaper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although gamer chairs can be quite comfortable, that\u2019s not their chief purpose. As a piece in USA Today<\/a> explains: \u201cBecause gaming chairs (typically) provide enough comfort for a few hours at a time and tend to lack the ergonomic support of a well-designed office chair.\u201d So, if your WFH tasks require long hours at the desk, you\u2019re probably going to want to shop the office supply stores. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Much Are Gaming Chairs?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For those of you wondering, \u2018How much do gaming chairs cost?\u201d the answer is \u2013 as with most things \u2013 \u201cIt depends.\u201d If you choose one of PC Magazine\u2019s top picks for 2023 gaming chairs, you\u2019ll be dropping close to $2k<\/a> on a Herman Miller designed ergonomic masterpiece. If you pick one that sits on the floor, however, you\u2019re going to be looking at a much smaller price tag. The five-star rated BirdRock Home Adjustable Memory Foam Floor Chair<\/a>, for instance, rings up for under $100, including tax. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for a chair without all the bells and whistles of a typical \u201cgamer chair,\u201d and have price on your mind, we\u2019d again recommend looking at office supply stores for available options. Given the rise of working from home, and the downsizing of many office spaces, there are serious deals to be had for both new and used chairs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Pick a Perfect Gaming Chair for a Small Space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Choose the right gaming chair for a small space.
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If you\u2019re short on square footage, be sure to specifically choose a gaming chair for small spaces. There\u2019s nothing worse than buying a piece of furniture that is too big and bulky for its surroundings. At the same time, you need a gaming chair that fits your body\u2019s shape, weight, and movement style. Luckily for us, gaming chair manufacturers have thought of a solution for different environments \u2013 and body sizes<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most people on the hunt for a small gaming chair for bedroom setups end up with either a floor rocker model or a chair that doesn\u2019t offer much in the way of horizontal spread. Recliners \u2013 or even gaming chairs with footrests \u2013 are simply not going to work properly without the right amount of room. Take measurements for what your spot can fit both horizontally and vertically and go from there to find the perfect chair. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are\nThere Gaming Chairs for Short People?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The short answer: yes. If you\u2019re on the\nlookout for a gaming chair for a short person,\nyou\u2019re not alone \u2013 and the gaming chair industry understands that. There are\nmany options on the market to choose from, though some are designed specifically for kids<\/a>. For adults of smaller stature, Ergonomic Trends<\/a> recommends you look for a gaming chair with a\nseat height of at least 18\u201d and room for at least one or two fingers between\nthe back of your knees and the edge of the seat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve already acquired a gaming chair that\nis a bit too high, the writers recommend adding a footrest. We also recommend\nadjusting anything you can (including armrests) and adding pillows for neck and\nback support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the Best Gaming Chair?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Woman<\/a>
The best gaming chair is the one that fits you the best.
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At the end of the day, the best gaming chair for you is the one that\nfits your body, your space, and how you plan to use the chair. Don\u2019t get\nsuckered into spending too much on a chair that doesn\u2019t fit your requirements.\nAnd, regardless of cost, any chair that doesn\u2019t fit your requirements is already\ntoo expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those of you pondering the eternal question, \u201cIs a gaming chair worth it?\u201d \u2013 if you find one\nthat matches your body, your home, and your lifestyle, then probably<\/a>. But there are many, many office chair\noptions available that will likely check the same boxes. With office chairs,\nyou might even be able to go to a store and sit in a few to test them out in\nperson. Ergonomic chairs will always cost more than basic gamer chairs or\noffice chairs, but they\u2019ll also be more comfortable for your body over the long\nhaul. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope we\u2019ve provided enough info to be helpful on your search for mini gaming chairs \u2013 but not so much that you feel\ncompletely confused about where to go next. There are plenty of online\nresources to check out, including those we\u2019ve linked to above, that can help\nyou narrow down the choices and decide if a gamer chair is right for you<\/a>. Also check out our recent post, How to Build the Best Gaming Setup in 2023 for Beginners <\/em>which\ncan help you think about your entire space \u2013 and how whatever chair you\nconsider will fit into it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019re new to gaming or simply ready to update your gaming setup, you\u2019re probably already convinced that a new gaming chair would make your experience all the more epic. And you\u2019re not wrong. But when it comes to compact gaming chairs or finding a gaming chair for small spaces, the search can be frustrating. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":22401,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[642,641],"tags":[1545,1546,1547],"class_list":["post-22394","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hobbies","category-your-life","tag-compact-gaming-chair","tag-gaming-chair-for-short-person","tag-mini-gaming-chair"],"yoast_head":"\r\nBest Gaming Chair Options for Small Spaces | The Storage Space<\/title>\r\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Hi, Gamers. Do you need a new gaming chair for small spaces? 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