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Anda Seat Rolls Out A Transformer Gaming Chair Series

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June 13, 2022
Reading Time: 4 mins read
  • By Anil Ramsey

The Transformers: Rise of the Beasts film is the 7th in the series. It’s slated for release in 2023. The movie features Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Autobot pals romping around in 1994 NYC. In the buildup, Anda Seat has started rolling out Transformers gaming chairs. The first release included Optimus Prime and Bumblebee gaming chairs. A Megatron edition was recently added. More may be inbound. Here’s a look at the (current) Anda Seat Transformer gaming chair collection.

Anda Seat Transformers chairs

Anda Seat recently streamlined its gaming chair collection. Its new 2022 Series has premium Kaiser 3 and prosumer Phantom 3 editions. The new Transformers chairs are Phantom 3 editions.

The Kaiser 3 is Anda Seat’s flagship luxury chair. It has a flat seat, integrated 4-way lumbar and strapless magnetic headrest. The latter is a functionally stripped-down version of the same design.

Kaiser 3 vs Phantom 3 chair differences
Anda Seat Kaiser 3 Series (left) vs Phantom 3 Series.

Here’s a summary of key differences:

Kaiser 3 Phantom 3
Lumbar support Integrated height x depth-adjustable Traditional memory foam pillow
Headrest Strapless magnetic Standard pillow with straps.
Armrests 4D 1D
Tilt functionality Multifunction: rock, lock, or lock at various angles. Standard: rock or lock at a flat angle.
Warranty 2 years 2 years
Price $549 from Anda Seat $449.99 from Anda Seat

At present, Transformers edition Phantom 3 chairs are available on pre-order. Chairs are scheduled to ship on July 25. During the pre-order period, they’re available for even less than standard Phantom 3 designs.

Phantom 3 Transformers Editions $399

Anda Seat Transformers Chair Styles

There’s no doubt that the new Transformers chairs are visually stunning. Each comes clad in premium PVC leatherette. Colorful artwork is emblazoned in the material itself (not embroidered).

Classic Transformers cartoon style
The chair designs pay tribute to the classic 80s Transformers cartoon.

The art is done in the style of the old Transformers cartoon series (1984-1987). That should tickle the nostalgia of Gen X kids who grew up in the 80s obsessed with Autobots.

But are sharp looks alone enough to justify a $399 price? Let’s breeze through each style before making a value assessment.

Bumblebee Gaming Chair

In the original animated series, Bumblebee was a plucky little yellow VW Beetle. He played the ‘little brother’ role, always trying to impress his mates. His superpowers: he’s small and energy-efficient.

Bumblebee Transformers gaming chair

The Bumblebee gaming chair reflects his feisty nature with a brilliant yellow base color. His VW Bug-inspired look adorns the front, with a crimson Autobot sigil on the back side.

Optimus Prime Gaming Chair

Autobot leader Optimus Prime is a sentient, self-configuring modular robotic lifeform. On earth, he blends in as a Freightliner FL86 cab over a semi-truck.

Optimus Prime Transformers gaming chair

The Optimus Prime gaming chair starts with a black PVC leatherette base. Red and blue wings flank the shoulders, with an action portrait of Optimus on the front side.

Megatron Gaming Chair

The original cartoon Megatron was tailor-made to pump 80s-era toy sales. In the show, his bucket-style helmet gave him a campy look. He was annoying but harmless. At the end of every episode, he’d concede defeat and fly away to regroup.

Original Megatron toy from 1984
1984-edition Megatron Transformers toy.

As a bonus, he transformed into a Walther P38 9 mm semi-automatic pistol. As a kid in the 80s, owning a Megatron toy gave you a cool robot — and a toy gun!

Megatron Transformers gaming chair

Anda’s Megatron chair pops with bright purple accents against a black PVC base. Megatron in his campiest 1980s form decorates the front, with the Decepticon logo on the back.

Are Transformers Chairs Worth It?

Based on our ranking of gaming chair comfort factors, styling ranks last. While a nice design will thrill your senses, that won’t last forever. Once it wears off, the ergonomic qualities of the chair will matter the most.

On an ergonomic level, a $399 Transformer chair has the same features (standard tilt + 1D arms) as basic $200 gaming chairs. As well, other popular brands like E-Win offer better features for less money.

E-Win vs Anda Seat
E-Win Champion gaming chair vs Anda Phantom 3 Transformers chair.

Here’s how the Phantom 3 Transformers Series compares with two popular E-Win alternatives:

E-Win Knight Series E-Win Champion Fabric CPG Phantom 3
Lumbar support Standard lumbar pillow Standard lumbar pillow Memory foam pillow
Headrest Standard pillow with straps. Standard pillow with straps. Standard pillow with straps.
Armrests 2D 4D 1D
Tilt functionality Standard: rock or lock at a flat angle. Multifunction: rock, lock, or lock at various angles. Standard: rock or lock at a flat angle.
Size rating 5’3″ to 6’1″; 400-pounds 5’3″ to 6’1″; 400-pounds 5’2″ to 5’9″; 200-pounds
Warranty 2 years 2 years 2 years
Price $183 $229.99 from E-Win $295 $369 from E-Win $449.99 from Anda Seat

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Bottom line: what’s the point in spending $400+ on an ergonomic chair with $200 features? In this case, the styling is the big draw. Hard-core Transformers collectors will find these chairs delightful.

Transformers toy collector
These chairs offer the best value to hard-core collectors of Transformers memorabilia.

On the flip side, those shopping for good ergonomic value should consider alternatives. While beauty is skin deep, good ergonomics is what gives substance to a chair. From that perspective, you can find better functionality elsewhere — for a lot less money!

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Table of Contents

  1. Anda Seat Transformers Chair Styles
    1. Bumblebee Gaming Chair
    2. Optimus Prime Gaming Chair
    3. Megatron Gaming Chair
  2. Are Transformers Chairs Worth It?

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