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5 Best DXRacer Chairs 2023: Drifting into the Future

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September 16, 2019 - Updated on November 16, 2023
Reading Time: 8 mins read

DXRacer released the world’s first gaming chair in 2006. That started a seating revolution. But since 2019, the brand has been unstable. Each year, some chairs get discontinued with new models introduced. In 2023, DXRacer.com sells 3 models for American buyers: Craft, Master, and Drifting Series. On Amazon, otherwise discontinued Formula and Air Series chairs live on. Here’s a look at the slightly disjoined DXRacer 2023 collection.

Best DXRacer chairs 2023
Clockwise from top-left: Formula; Master; Craft; Air; Drifting Series.

Every year since 2020, DXRacer has been retooling its roster of gaming chairs. In 2020, the company introduced Master, Air, and Gladiator modular chairs. They also discontinued several classic racing chairs. Then:

  • 2021: discontinued the Gladiator and Formula Series; introduced the Craft (small gaming chair)
  • 2022: reintroduced the Formula Series; discontinued the Drifting Series; repackaged the Craft with larger dimensions.
  • 2023: discontinued the Formula and Air Series; reintroduced the Drifting Series.

In 2023, the DXRacer.com site serves up only three chairs: Master, Craft, and Drifting Series. Meanwhile two discontinued models (Air and Formula) are available for sale on Amazon. For buyers seeking a prestige chair, this is unsettling.

Instead of continued development of a concept, all chairs feel like temporary, random additions. Your model may get randomly discontinued. That means no replacement parts if your model malfunctions.

DXRacer Brand Likes And Dislikes

DXRacer makes decent full-featured gaming chairs. Its chair seats are soft; most models come with semi-squishy 55 kg/m³ padding. Some models are also ‘modular’. That means you can add extensions like laptop holders or footrests.

Noblechairs Brand Likes
  • Good build-quality: expect high-end parts and upholsteries
  • Soft padding density: the 55 kg/m³ padding density will delight those with sensitive bottoms
  • Attractive: several classy and colorful styles are available
Brand Dislikes
  • Cheap warranty: only guaranteed for 2 years; other top brands offer 5-year warranties
  • Few modular addons: the only available module is a footrest extension
  • Unpredictable availability: every year, the roster of available chairs changes
  • Questionable value for money: chairs with longer warranties and superior adjustability are available for similar prices.

On the downside, chairs are only guaranteed for two years. As well, several chairs with better features and 5-year warranties are in the same price range as DXRacers. On top of it all, any chair you choose might get suddenly discontinued.

Overview: DXRacer.com Gaming Chairs

In 2023, there are only three models on offer in the DXRacer.com Store. However, two models discontinued on the company website are still available on Amazon:

  1. DXRacer Master: modular gaming chair ($499).
  2. Craft Series: artsy chairs with integrated lumbar & magnetic headrests.
  3. Drifting Series: Craft variations with larger dimensions.

Available on Amazon

  1. DXRacer Air: Full mesh modular gaming chair.
  2. Formula Series: a full-featured version of the original DXRacer chair.

DXRacer Master: Modular Executive Chair

DXRacer released the Master in 2020 as the world’s first modular gaming chair. The idea was that you could add modules (cup holder, footrest, etc) to extend the functionality of your chair.

Master Series modular addon parts
Optional add-ons once included a laptop/phone bracket, retractable footrest, and cup holder.

The concept never took off. In 2023, the only module available in the DXRacer.com shop is a footrest. Even so, the Master has evolved.

DXRacer Master 2023 gaming chair review
Testing out the Master 2.0 upgrades.

The latest edition comes with a new rail-mounted headrest and height x depth adjustable integrated lumbar. Functionally, that puts it in the same league as the Secretlab Titan Evo.

Master Specifications

The star feature of the Master 2.0 is its single-knob height x depth adjustable integrated lumbar.

DXRacer Master Series 2022 edition updated features
The new Master Series has an improved headrest pillow and single-dial height x depth lumbar support control.

Pull it out to toggle the lumbar support height. Pushing in will let you toggle the depth. It’s easy to use and works well.

DXRacer Master Series lumbar support controls
A single knob lets you adjust the Master chair lumbar’s height and depth.

On the other hand, I am not a fan of a rail-mounted headrest. It attaches via plastic rails that slide up and down (with sufficient force).

177 cm man showing off the fit from a side view: DXRacer Master Series gaming chair
The rail-mounted headrest barely fit my 5’9″ (177 cm) size.

Compared to Secretlab’s strapless magnetic headrest, the Master version feels clunkier and less comfortable.

Master Features
  • Functionality: 4D armrests; recline to 155 degrees; multifunction tilt-lock.
  • Support: resilient foam padding; integrated lumbar support; rail-mounted headrest.
  • Warranty: two years.
Dimensions
  • Seat width x depth: 15″ (W, excluding seat edges) x 19.5″ (D)
  • Backrest width x height: 22″(W) x 33 (H)
  • Floor to seat range: 19.75-22.75″
  • Size rating: 5’7″ to 6’6″; 275-pound weight capacity

Assessment

The Master’s functionality ranks it as the third best pro esports gaming chair of 2023. A few quibbles prevent it from ranking higher. First, given the price, its two-year warranty is mediocre — Secretlab, AndaSeat, and E-Win all offer similar functionality with 5-year warranties.

DXRacer Master Series chair styles
Master chairs come clad in black PU leather with a choice of color accents.

Second, the rail-mounted headrest is clunkier than the strapless magnetic headrests deployed by the other brands. Third, despite being billed as a ‘modular’ chair, the only available module is a footrest.

Master Series chairs are not available on Amazon.

Craft Series: Compact Luxury Chair

The original Craft Series was a compact luxury chair for short people. The 2023 edition comes in large and XL sizes with an integrated lumbar and magnetic headrest.

Craft Series designs
The Craft comes in a wild variety of (mostly out of stock) designs.

Craft Series Specs

The 2023 edition Craft Series boasts a built-in depth-adjustable lumbar and a stylish magnetic headrest.

Craft Series features
Highlight features are the Craft’s magnetic headrest and depth-adjustable lumbar support.

Key specs:

  • Functionality: 4D armrests; 90-135° recline; multifunction tilt-lock.
  • Support: depth-adjustable integrated lumbar; magnetic headrest.
  • Warranty: two years.

Craft Chairs are available in large and XL sizes. DXRacer provides vague size ratings. ChairsFX calculates size ratings using the depth of the seat.

Dimension Craft L Craft XL
Seat pan 22.65″ (W) x 21.6″ (D) 22.65″ (W) x 22.2″
Backrest 20.9″ (W) x 30.9″ (H) 22″ (W) x 33.2″ (H)
Seat height 18.5-21.5″ 19.1-22.1″
DXRacer size rating Up to 6’1″; up to 255 lbs Up to 6’3″; up to 275 lbs
ChairsFX size rating 5’8″ to 6’1″ 5’10” to 6’3″

Notably, the integrated lumbar support systems are depth but not height adjustable. As well, both editions have deep seats better-suited to average sizes or taller. Shorter sizes may find the seat too deep and lumbar support that hits too high.

Craft Series Advice

I was a massive fan of the original Craft Series chair. It had a compact frame rated to support small sizes 5’2″ to 5’7″.

Craft Series America chair
My America edition Craft Series chair up-close.

The modern Craft suits taller sizes only with upgraded features. The new headrest and integrated lumbar are superb. DXRacer also offers up 22 thrilling styles in large and XL sizes.

However, most styles are out of stock on the DXRacer website. THis might mean they’re selling briskly. However, given DXRacer’s history of suddenly discontinuing chairs, it might also mean that this Series is on the chopping block.

Craft Series $449 from DXRacer

Craft Series chairs are not available on Amazon.

Drifting Series

Since 2016, the Drifting Series has shone as DXRacer’s compact gaming chair with office styling. In 2022, the company shockingly discontinued the Drifting Series. In 2023 it’s back — as a stripped-down version of the Craft Series.

D-Series features closeup
Key Drifting Series features.

Like the Craft, the D-Series comes in large and XL sizes. However, its features are stripped down to xx arms, a standard tilt, and conventional support pillows.

Drifting Series chair designs
D-Series chairs come in several colorful styles.

The headrest has notches that lock it into 3 different positions. That limits adjustability rather than enhances it. Meanwhile, the lumbar support pillow is curved to provide wraparound support.

D-Series specs

Beyond its minor headrest and lumbar pillow enhancements, the D-Series is a basic chair:

  • Functionality: 3D armrests; 90-135° recline; standard tilt-lock (rock or lock upright, but not at angles).
  • Support: curved lumbar pillow; headrest with height notches.
  • Warranty: two years.

D-Series Chairs are available in large and XL sizes.ChairsFX calculates size ratings using the depth of the seat. Notably, both versions have very deep seats suitable for taller sizes only.

Dimension Drifting L Drifting XL
Seat pan 19.5″ (W) x 22.2″ (D) 20.59″ (W) x 22.44″
Backrest 20.7″ (W) x 30.9″ (H) 22″ (W) x 33.2″ (H)
Seat height 17.3-21.3″ 18.3-22.2″
DXRacer size rating Up to 6’1″; up to 255 lbs Up to 6’3″; up to 275 lbs
ChairsFX size rating 5’10” to 6’3″ 5’10” to 6’3″

Assessment

The old D-Series was a full-featured gaming-office chair with compact dimensions for short people. The revived 2023 D-Series is a prosumer chair with a decent price suitable for sizes 5’10” and up.

DXRacer gaming chairs used by ChairsFX
My old D-Series (right) was one of my favorite gaming chairs of all time.

I found the older edition more useful and appealing. In a modern context, the Craft Series has better functionality, plus seats with less extreme depth.

D-Series from DXRacer $349

Drifting Series chairs are not available on Amazon.

DXRacer Chairs On Amazon

These two models are no longer available on the DXRacer website, but still available in the DXRacer Amazon Store:

DXRacer Air: Mesh Gaming Chair

DXRacer released the world’s first full mesh modular gaming chair in 2021. Besides its full-mesh upholstery, users could attach laptop holders, footrests, and more.

DXRacer Air gaming office hybrid
The modular extensibility concept never got off the ground.

Two years later, it seems the concept fizzled. For one thing, modular addons never reached regular availability. For another, it turns out that mesh alone is not enough to ensure a high-quality sitting experience.

DXRacer Air ergonomic chairs

As a result, Air chairs are no longer listed on the official DXRacer website. Instead, they’ve been relegated to the DXRacer Amazon Store. Despite this demotion, the latest version of the Air has some intriguing additions.

DXRacer Air Specs

The old Air Series had a cheap plastic lumbar support that felt like popsicle sticks. In my opinion, that negated benefits gained by the cool mesh upholstery.

DXRacer lumbar support system
The lumbar support system had the sophistication of bundled popsicle sticks.

The new and improved Air 2023 Series improves on that design with a memory foam pillow addition. Curiously, soon after the upgraded Air’s release, DXRacer de-listed it from its website and relegated it to its Amazon Store.

DXRacer Air upgrade
The upgraded Air chair adds a memory foam lumbar pillow.

That’s a shame. With the new pillow and existing features, it’s one of the most creative DXRacer designs of the year.

Air Features
  • Functionality: 4D armrests; recline from 90-135°; multifunction tilt-lock.
  • Support: height-adjustable lumbar (15 cm range); height-adjustable headrest.
  • Upholstery: ultra-breathable mesh; supporting suspension springs.
  • Foundation: steel frame; Class 4 gas lift; 3″ (76 mm) PU casters.
Dimensions
  • Seat width x depth: 19″ x 20″ (D)
  • Backrest width x height: 21.5″(W) x 34.5 (H)
  • Floor to seat range: 19-22″
  • Size rating: 5’10” to 6’6″; 254-pound weight capacity

Assessment

The new DXRacer Air (with its upgraded memory foam pillow) is almost functionally perfect. It’s cool, breathable, adjustable, and very comfortable.

Woman recline in DXRacer Air gaming chair

However, it’s no longer listed on the DXRacer website; it’s only available for sale on Amazon. Given DXRacer’s history of sudden chair discontinuations, this one feels near the end of life. Buyers looking to join a growing fanbase should look elsewhere.

DXRacer Air on Amazon Price not available

Air Series chairs are not available on the DXRacer.com website.

Formula Series: Classic Gaming Chair

ChairsFX.com was founded atop an F-Series FD101 chair. It’s a timeless classic that will forever hold a place in my heart.

F-Series gaming chair
I used this F-Series chair for 2.5 years before the leather began to degrade. Everything else worked perfectly for 3+ years.

In 2022, DXRacer showed a similar sentiment by revamping the F-Series with a fresh array of styles and upgraded 3D armrests. But in 2023, DXRacer pulled the Formula Series from its website, relegating it to its Amazon Store.

There, you’ll find three black PU leather versions with a choice of black, white, or blue trim.

Formula Series specs

The original F-Series came with a standard tilt mechanism and 1D arms. The 2023 edition comes with upgraded 3D armrests. Size-wise, it’s a compact chair suitable for shorter sizes.

F-Series Features
  • Functionality: 3D armrests; recline from 90-135°; standard tilt.
  • Support: height-adjustable lumbar and headrest pillows.
  • Foundation: steel frame; Class 4 gas lift; 3″ (76 mm) PU casters.
Dimensions
  • Seat width x depth: 15.1″ (W, excluding seat edges) x 18″ (D)
  • Backrest width x height: 22.5″(W) x 33 (H)
  • Floor to seat range: 16-20″
  • Size rating: 5’4″ to 5’8″; 200-pound weight capacity

Assessment

The F-Series is a modernized version of DXRacer’s original 2006 racing chair. However, it’s delisted from the DXRacer site, with only a few models available on Amazon.

DXRacer Formula Series
F-Series chairs are only available in the DXRacer Amazon Store.

Buyers wanting to preserve a slice of history may be interested in picking one up before stocks run out. For others, its basic features and 2-year warranty provide mediocre value for the price.

DXRacer F-Series on Amazon Price not available

Formula Series chairs are not available on the DXRacer.com website.

Conclusion

The world owes the DXRacer company deep gratitude. Its pioneering 2006 design brought affordable ergonomic seating to the masses. It also spawned an entire industry.

DXRacer gaming chair blueprint
DXRacer’s pioneering 2006 gaming chair design is still relevant in 2023.

Secretlab, Noblechairs, AndaSeat and other top brands were all founded on DXRacer concepts. Even so, my assessment of this iconic brand’s lineup is lukewarm. Overall, three models stand out:

  1. DXRacer Master: modular gaming chair ($499).
  2. Craft Series: artsy chairs with integrated lumbar & magnetic headrests. ($449)
  3. DXRacer Air: Full mesh modular gaming chair. (Price not available)

Each of the above provides a comfortable, adjustable sitting experience with aesthetic flair. However, from a brand perspective, DXRacer’s 2023 roster is unstable.

Best DXRacer chairs of 2023
The Air, Master, and Craft Series are my top 3 picks from DXRacer’s 2023 collection.

DXRacer.com only offers Master, Craft, and Drifting Series chairs. Amazon sells the Air and F-Series. Each year, different models get discontinued, while new ones are introduced. Meanwhile, other brands like Secretlab and AndaSeat parlay user feedback into gradual improvements.

In contrast, DXRacer doesn’t give its chairs time to grow with a user base. This year, the Air and F-Series seem to be getting phased out. If recent history repeats itself, next year will see more discontinuations and new chair debuts.

Bottom line: DXRacer makes good chairs that often get discontinued before developing a fan base. Among these, the Master, Craft, and Air rank as the collection’s best.

Browse DXRacer.com

Shop Air & F-Series: DXRacer Amazon Store.

Anil Ramsey

Anil Ramsey

I'm the ChairsFX founder and Chief Editor. I'm a member of the OSHA Education Center Association (OECA), with an OSHA Ergonomics Certification. Beyond these credentials, I've been hands-on testing the world's finest ergonomic desk chairs since 2018. Learn more about me and this website on the About Us page.


 

Table of Contents

  1. DXRacer Brand Likes And Dislikes
  2. Overview: DXRacer.com Gaming Chairs
    1. DXRacer Master: Modular Executive Chair
    2. Craft Series: Compact Luxury Chair
    3. Drifting Series
  3. DXRacer Chairs On Amazon
    1. DXRacer Air: Mesh Gaming Chair
    2. Formula Series: Classic Gaming Chair
  4. Conclusion

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