Big and tall gaming chairs are best for people taller than 6’0″ (182 cm). Shorter people with thick hips might find XL seats too deep for their legs. Luckily, average sizes with thicker proportions have solid options. This review covers the best affordable (under $350) gaming chairs with wide, spacious seats.
Most ‘big and tall’ gaming chairs are for thick sizes (up to 400 pounds) with long legs. Thick sizes with shorter legs might find these chairs ill-fitting.
On the flip side, most gaming chairs priced under $200 come with bladed seat edges. These are suitable for people of average height with slim figures.
This review covers affordable options suited for thicker sizes. Across the board, these have seats with flat, non-bladed edges. That ensures the most possible space for thick legs and wide hips.
Seat Width x Depth Benchmarks For Average, Thick Sizes
Beyond a flat seat style, buyers should look for appropriate seat dimensions for their body type.
As an example, Secretlab Titan chairs come in 3 sizes. Secretlab rates the medium for sizes 5’7″ to 6’2″ (good for my size). The Titan XL is for sizes 5’11” to 6’9″. I stand 5’9″ (177 cm) — two inches shorter than the XL’s 5’11” minimum.
You can see the result for yourself. The medium chair (rated to fit my size) leaves a nice gap behind my knees. In comparison, the XL chair’s seat depth is a touch excessive for my leg length.
Keep these benchmarks in mind as we review the best affordable gaming chairs with wide seats. If you need more sizing help, see these guides:
Gaming Chair Sizing Guide: For S, M, & XL Sizes
Related: Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 Size Guide For S, M, and XL Chairs
Cheap Wide Chairs For Shorter Sizes
Big and tall sizes (6’0″ or more) can choose premium or affordable gaming chairs with 400-pound support. Check these reviews:
- Best XL Gaming Chairs With 400-pound Support Under $300
- Best Big & Tall Gaming Chairs For Big Guys 5’9″+ to 400 lbs Over $300
Sizes shorter than 6’0″ wanting an extra-wide seat and heavyweight support have these options:
- E-Win Knight: 2D arms, 400-pound support, 2-year warranty; for sizes 5’3″+ ($183)
- E-Win Champion: 4D arms, fabric upholstery, multifunction tilt, 400-pound support, 2-year warranty; for sizes 5’3″+ ($295)
- Bossin Chair W. Footrest: fixed arms, footrest, ultra-wide seat, 1-year warranty ($109.81)
E-Win Knight Series
The Knight Series has basic features, 400-pound support, and a 2-year warranty. It’s also a multi-sized gaming chair. It fits slim-to-thick sizes ranging from 5’3″ to 6’1″.
The seat’s depth is suitable for both short and average-sized legs. The 21.7″ width is slightly less than the width of super-heavyweight chairs. Even so, there’s plenty of room here for moderately chunky figures.
The flat, wide seat with enough room to sit cross-legged. It also has a lower-than-average seat height range of 16.3-20.2 inches.
Knight Series Specifications
The Knight Series is the cheapest E-Win gaming chair. Besides its spacious dimensions, it offers basic features and ultra-durable upholstery.
Unlike most chairs in this price range, its loose lumbar pillow does not come with straps. That means it requires manual adjustment every time you sit down. Although less convenient, it’s a great way to master lumbar support fundamentals on your own.
- Seat: 21.3″ (W) x 19″ (usable depth)
- Backrest: 20.5″ (W) x 37.8″ (H)
- Seat height: 16.1-19.9″
- Size rating: 5’3″ to 6’3″; 400 lbs
- Seat width x depth: 21.7″ (W) x 22″ (D)
- Backrest width x height: 22.6″ (W) x 33.9″ (H)
- Seat height: 16.3″ to 20.2″
- Size rating: 5’3″ to 6’1″; 400-pound weight capacity
Buying advice
Few gaming chairs under $200 come with a 2-year warranty — or a 10-year frame warranty. Given the PVC upholstery, you can expect a Knight Series chair for longer than 2 years. Over time, the only part likely to wear down is the padding.
Bottom line: the Knight Series is a solid, spacious, rugged gaming chair. If you’ve never tried a gaming chair before, this is a great entry-level model for short, thick sizes.
Learn more: E-Win Knight Review: Best Multi-size Gaming Chair Under $200
Knight Series $183 $229 from E-Win
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E-Win Champion Series CPG
E-Win’s Revolution Upgraded Champion Series gaming chair closely resembles the Secretlab Titan Evo in design, functionality, and warranty warranty protection. Both models offer excellent value for money with 5-year warranties.
Revolution Upgraded chairs differ in a few ways. They have a larger weight capacity, softer padding, and a smaller selection of styles:
| Spec | Titan Evo | Champion Revolution Upgraded |
| Armrests | 4D with swappable top caps | Same as the Titan |
| Support | Height x depth-adjustable integrated lumbar; magnetic headrest | Same as the Titan |
| Padding | 65 kg/m³ density (firm) | 55 kg/m³ (squishier) |
| External lumbar pillow | Optional | Included |
| Available styles | 60+ | 5 (3 faux leather, 2 fabric) |
| Sizing | S, M, and XL sizes (4’11 to 6’9″) | 5’3″ to 6’5″; 400 lbs |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Price | $519+ from Secretlab | $335.20 |
E-Win CPG Chair Specifications
CPG chairs offer a unique combination of high weight capacity (400 pounds) and a low seat height range (16.1-19.9″). This low seat height (about 2″ lower than many other chairs) makes them well-suited for individuals with wider body types but shorter statures.
- Armrests: 4D with swappable top caps
- Back support: height x depth-adjustable integrated lumbar; magnetic headrest
- Seat padding: 55 kg/m³ (semi-squishy)
- External lumbar pillow: included
- Recline: 85-155°; multifunction tilt (tilt and lock the seat at angles)
- Available styles: 5 (3 faux leather, 2 fabric)
- Warranty: 2-year base warranty, extendable to 5 years (details)
- Seat: 21.3″ (W) x 19″ (usable depth)
- Backrest: 20.5″ (W) x 37.8″ (H)
- Seat height: 16.1-19.9″
- Size rating: 5’3″ to 6’3″; 400 lbs
Buying Advice
Short stocky gamers with thick hips can enjoy a high-end gaming chair experience with a Champion Series Revolution Upgraded gaming chair.
It’s over $200 cheaper than the Secretlab Titan, yet also guaranteed for 5 years. Its 55 kg/m³ padding is also a bit softer.
Bottom line: if you want a Titan Evo but can’t afford one, E-Win’s Champion Revolution Upgraded edition is a solid alternative.
Learn more: E-Win CPG Fabric Chair Review.
Champion Series CPG from E-Win $335.20 $419
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Bossin Gaming Chair With Footrest
The Bossin chair is bussin’ — for thick-bottomed, short-legged types. Beyond E-Win’s offerings, it’s one of the few models suitable for short’n chunky sizes.
Of interest to short people is its extremely low seat height range. You can adjust the seat on this model from 13.4-17.3″. Note that with such a low height range, you’ll also need to pair this chair with a shorter-than-average desk.
Bossin Chair Specifications
Functionally, this is a standard gaming chair with a footrest. It differs with a wide, spacious seat and support for 400 pounds.
- Functionality: fixed armrests; recline to 155°; retractable footrest; rocking function.
- Comfort: cold cure foam padding; neck and lumbar support pillows; padded arms.
- Warranty: one year.
- Seat width x depth: 21.7″ (W) x 22″ (D)
- Backrest width x height: 21.8″ (W) x 35.6″ (H)
- Seat height: 13.4″ to 17.3″
- Size rating: 5’0″ to 6’0″; 400-pound weight capacity
Buying advice
Short and thick people working at a desk should consider one of the preceding E-Win chairs. In contrast, short and wide gamers seeking a healthy living room lounger will appreciate this model.
The build quality isn’t spectacular and the features are basic. On the positive side, its dimensions are ideal for short widebodies. As well, this is one of the cheapest gaming chairs on the market.
Because of the low price, you need not baby these chairs. Stick one in your kid’s bedroom and let them run wild. A year or two later, once the padding flattens out, buy them a replacement.
Cheap Office Chair Alternatives
People shorter than 6’0″ seeking ultra-wide seating have two affordable alternatives:
Cheap Ergo Office Chairs For Short People
The best affordable mid-back office chairs for short people cost $210-$729 and fit sizes 5’3″ and up. The top-rated Steelcase Series 1 has a 19.2″ seat width and support for 300 pounds.
A few other models in this genre have similar dimensions. Read this roundup to review them all:
XL Ergonomic Office Chairs
Those wanting a wider fit have plenty of options among the best big and tall ergo office chairs. These models typically fit sizes 5’6″ and taller.
For example, the Raynesys Big and Tall Office Chair (Price not available on Amazon) supports 400 pounds with a 21″ seat (for sizes 5’6″ and taller). For similar options, see this:
Conclusion
Short, thick sizes looking for a good gaming chair fit have three options to consider. E-Win chairs (with 5-year warranties) offer the best value. Summary of options:
- E-Win Knight: 2D arms, 400-pound support, 2-year warranty; for sizes 5’3″+ ($183)
- E-Win Champion: 4D arms, fabric upholstery, multifunction tilt, 400-pound support, 2-year warranty; for sizes 5’3″+ ($295)
- Bossin Chair W. Footrest: fixed arms, footrest, ultra-wide seat, 1-year warranty ($109.81)
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