What do you do in your computer chair? Work? Study? Pay bills? Game? For a chair that you will be using so often and for so many hours, you want something comfortable that will not leave your body stiff and aching.
We’ve been impressed by Homall chairs in the past and we’ve seen how well those models perform under stress tests.
But how does this new line of Homall chairs (check them here) hold up now? We’re going to spend a bit of time taking this chair apart and checking every little part for any weaknesses that we can find.
We’ve already noticed that this chair offers some unique features that aren’t often seen on race-style gaming chairs. The rocking recliner and the unique, race style casters help in delivering that racing spirit, but how well do they actually help when it comes to improving the functionality of this Homall chair?
Homall puts emphasis on the style, comfort, and durability of the chairs they make.
What Homall really likes to show off about this game chair is the multi-function seat back. They see this Homall chair as a kind of jack-of-all trades that can be used locked upright for gaming, locked fully reclined for resting, and set into a rocking function while you relax.
And it’s true that these are some of the best features of the chair, allowing you to switch positions and keep you from getting stiff.
This Homall gaming chair isn’t really that different from other gaming chairs in its price class, in terms of ergonomics. But Homall’s got a sneaky little trick up its sleeve; the way this chair is designed to counter any abnormal balance when reclining is pretty impressive. The recliner relies on a tilt function that also substitutes as a rocker. This gives Homall chair a pretty unique recline and is perfect if you need to lay back, kick your feet up and catch a movie or a few Zs.
The key to victory:
The best budget chair with a twist
This Homall chair comes with many of the standard features you would expect in a quality racing chair.
- Body-conforming seat and chair back to help with posture and comfort
- Reclining seat back with both rocking and locking functions
- Multi-directional wheels that move smoothly on most floor surfaces
- 360 degree seat swiveling so you can turn to a different monitor or talk to someone next to you
- Premium polyurethane leather seat, back, and pillows
- Gas spring cylinder for adjusting height
What really makes the Homall chair stand out in its price range are the extra features.
- Adjustable headrest and lumbar support pillows
- Higher load capacity of up to 300 pounds
- Recline from 90° to 180° with a lock mechanism to keep your position as well as a tension knob to control how easy it is to rock
- Thick, but lightweight steel frame is durable and will last a lifetime
- Adjustable lumbar support pillow will give your lower back the support it needs and can be moved to where it is most comfortable
- Cushions are firm, but responsive and durable enough that they won't compress under your weight
The Homall chair dimensions come in at 19.8" X 20.5" for the seat and 22.5" X 30.5" for the chair back.
And it weighs 57.3 pounds, which indicates that it’s made of sturdy materials, but it is still relatively easy to move inside after you receive the shipment.
Putting the Homall gaming chair together is another story. Although the assembly is pretty straight forward, you lose a lot of time by simply puzzling out the parts that the manual refers to.
The sheer number of parts doesn’t really help either, so assembling this chair in sections is the best way to go. With the smaller parts complete, it makes it much easier to put the whole thing together.
This chair is also very well packaged and the parts come in neat and organized pouches so as to make assembly easier. The packaging is also very compact.
Homall Gaming Chair Pros & Cons
Pros
So why do we recommend this particular chair at ultimategamechair.com? These are the features we found most useful.
- Includes instructions and is fairly easy to assemble; takes about 40 minutes max.
- The lumbar support pillow and head pillow are freely adjustable
- The Homall chair design really does prevent back pain associated with sitting for long periods
- Affordable price compared to similar chairs
- The frame is solid and slightly heavier than some chairs, making it less likely to tip over
- Honestly, it fits a gaming-themed room very well
- Assembly is quick and easy and can be done by one person without any special tools or know how
Cons
Of course, there are a few things we wish we could have changed about the Homall gamer's chair.
- The armrests are not adjustable; they stay in only one position
- Homall chair is a tall chair, so it may not fit well under smaller desks, but this doesn’t affect use
- It’s somewhat difficult to adjust the seat tilt
FAQ about the Homall chair
We understand that the features don’t necessarily tell you everything you need to know about a chair. And you want to have as much information as you can before laying down money for the perfect game chair. So here are the answers to some common questions we get asked about Homall chair.
Is the Homall gaming chair good for tall people?
The high back makes this chair comfortable for people well over 6 feet tall. Because the headrest can be adjusted, it’s not a problem to customize the chair fit to your individual size.
Is Homall chair good for heavier people?
The Homall Executive has been tested by people over 200 pounds, and they found the fit comfortable. The chair’s maximum capacity is 300 pounds. That being said, if you’re closer to the 300 pound limit, you may be more comfortable in a chair with a wider seat design and higher load capacity to allow you a roomier fit and more security.
How hard is the assembly?
We didn’t have trouble putting this chair together. The assembly is fairly straightforward. Instructions are clear, pieces are not too heavy and you don't need any special tools.
Is the chair suitable for long periods of sitting?
Absolutely! The Homall gaming chair’s added supports and adjustable positions allows you to stay comfortable for hours, reducing the potential for back problems. Of course, you should still get up occasionally to stretch and walk around because no matter how good your chair is, too much sitting will lead to back issues.
The overall design is such that your posture is good and pressure points are eliminated so you get good blood circulation. This means that you will feel less fatigue when using it for hours and that your focus is sharp.
How far does the backrest recline?
The back of the chair reclines fully to 180 degrees. You can even lay back and take a nap between gaming sessions. This is one of the reasons why a quality game chair beats out a standard office chair any day.
It can lock into position at any angle that you recline it to.
What material covers the chair?
The seat, back, and pillows are covered in PU leather, a synthetic leather that is easy to keep clean and won’t easily absorb sweat and body oils. It can be wiped clean with a damp cloth. It is vegan friendly as it is animal cruelty free.
How Homall's gaming chair compares to competition
Of course, what you’re really wondering is how does the Homall Executive computer chair stand up against other chairs like it. We compared this chair to two other racing style chairs of similar prices:
The Giantex Executive gaming chair is slightly less expensive. But we’d say it’s better suited for younger gamers in their teens or early twenties. It lacks some of the features of the Homall Executive, such as adjustable lumbar and head supports.
The Giantex chair does offer a swivel seat and reclining chair back, however.
Unlike the Homall chair, the Giantex chair has a plastic base and plastic casters, making it a less desirable option for adult gamers, especially those who are larger.
It’s simply not going to bear as much weight for as long a period. We don't know how long it's possible for either model to last, but it stands to reason that using steal as a base rather than plastic will make a difference in longevity.
The Merax gaming chair is in the same price range as the Homall executive, and they are quite similar. However, we feel the Homall chair is of higher quality. The Merax chair doesn’t have a rocking feature. The upside to it is that it does seem to be slightly quicker to assemble.
Some who tested the Merax chair, however, found it to be less than adequate for tall or larger gamers. So again, it may be better for teens or young adult gamers who aren’t quite as large. All of three of these chairs have their advantages, but Homall chair still stands out above the rest.
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Great review!
What’s the difference (besides the price) between the S-2 and S-3 versions of the Homall Gaming Chairs??
I got the more expensive one with the foot rest and the lift cylinder has already gone bad. The seat is hard from the memory foam flattening out and the neck pillow needs some work. It’s not in the right spot and to hard. The chair is all the way down from the cylinder going bad. I have the red and black racing gaming chair I got on amazon and all they did was threaten me when I told them about the issues with the chair. I haven’t even had it 6 months and all this has gone wrong. Warranty is a year and I want the cylinder replaced. I bought addon memory foam arm rest pads and have to use a pillow on the seat.