Noblechairs dropped off the radar in recent years with long periods of chairs out of stock. That has changed. As a result, there’s been a surge of new interest in the original Noblechairs product. Here’s an updated Noblechairs Epic review with a look at its growing collection of styles.
Noblechairs is a German gaming chair brand founded in 2016. The Epic is the company’s original gaming chair. It has snug dimensions, high-end features, and unique styling.
These days, elite German clubs like Mousesports and Sprout Esports use custom Epic chairs. However, the Epic’s most famous (unofficial) ambassador is Pokimane — the world’s most successful female esports streamer.
Back in 2019, she switched from a Herman Miller Embody to an Epic chair. In 2021, she tried to upgrade to a Herman Miller chair. After a few months, the Aeron became a cat bed as she went back to her Epic chair!
Noblechairs Epic on Amazon Price not available
You can also buy the Epic directly from Noblechairs for $419.
Noblechairs EPIC Feature Review
The Epic is a masterpiece of German engineering. It uses high-quality materials for a plush seating experience with solid adjustment options. Two aspects stand out. The first is the tapered style of the seat and backrest.
It’s wider at the front and narrower at the rear. Flaking the inner seat and backrest are a pair of mild side wings. This style provides gentle guidance to help slim figures sit straight at all times.
If you lean askew one way or the other in an Epic chair, the gentle backrest wings will guide you back in place. At the same time, the tapered seat feels most comfortable with your legs pointed straight ahead (instead of splayed). That makes it easier to maintain good posture while you sit.
The other standout is the Epic’s iconic styling. You can choose your upholstery color and the embroidery thread color. Across the seat and backrest, diamond-pattern stitching gives the Epic the classy look of an exotic car seat.
Summary of Features
The Epic starts with a tapered style that compels users to sit straight. Complementing those are a range of premium adjustable features:
- Functionality: 4D armrests; recline to 135°; 11° seat angle tilt-lock.
- Build: steel frame, 5-point aluminum base, 60mm smooth rolling casters.
- Comfort: cold foam padding; neck & lumbar support pillows.
- 2 year manufacturer warranty.
EPIC sizing
The Noblechairs Epic is rated to fit people between 5’5″ and 6’2″ (164 to 189 centimeters). It supports up to 265 pounds (120 kg).
Key Epic dimensions:
- Inner seat width: 13.75″
- Total seat width: 22″
- Usable seat depth: 19.5″
- Backrest inner width: 11.5″
- Backrest outer width: 20.5″
- Usable backrest height: 34.4″
- Seat height: 19.5-23.4″
- Size rating: 5’5″ to 6’2″; 265-pound weight capacity
Because of the tapered seat style, this chair works best for slim sizes of average height. People with thicker legs or wider hips should up-size to a Noblechairs Hero gaming chair instead.
Epic Styling
To bolster the Epic’s 2022 resurgence, Noblechairs is adding a steady stream of new styles. Usually, Noblechairs releases new design images on its social channels. Later, those become available for sale on Noblechairs.com. At present, there are seventeen available styles.
Classic Styles
The classics include the original white and black Epic chairs. The black ones come with a choice of black, gold, red, blue, or green stitching.
Esports Styles
Noblechairs is the official chair partner of SK Gaming, Mousesports, and Sprout Esports. All use Epic chairs with custom designs. You can find these models in the Noblechairs store and also on Amazon.
Luxury Epic Styles
Noblechairs offers several luxury editions with high-end designs. Here are three of the most striking:
- Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Edition: official team chair ($519.99 from Noblechairs)
- Copper Limited Edition: black PU leather with copper-colored accents ($379)
- Epic Java Edition: refined coffee-colored chair ($479)
Epic Copper Edition on Amazon Price not available
You can also buy the Epic Copper directly from Noblechairs for $379.
Likes and dislikes
In 2022, the Noblechairs Epic ranks as one of the best gaming chairs for pros. That’s partly because of endorsements from Pokimane and some of Germany’s top esports teams.
It’s also because of the Epic’s sleek German styling — stacked with clever ergonomics. I really like the Epic’s tapered style. It’s a clever way to promote sitting straight without harsh bladed edges.
Finally, in 2022, many premium gaming chairs cost over $500. Given its current price, the Epic delivers luxury with a more affordable price.
- Fully-adjustable features
- Effective tapered design
- Sleek German styling
- More affordable than other premium chairs
- Only comes with a 2-year warranty
- Pillows with straps looks old-school
My quibbles with the Epic are minor. I’m not keen on the tiny 2-year warranty. However, given the Epic’s sub-$400 price, it’s acceptable. My other quibble is the old-school pillow strap system.
The Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 Series has an integrated lumbar and strapless headrest pillow. In comparison, the Epic’s old-timey straps remind me of grandpa.
Noblechairs Epic on Amazon Price not available
You can also buy the Epic directly from Noblechairs for $419.
Noblechairs Epic Alternatives
In my opinion, these are the three best alternatives to the Epic chair:
Noblechairs Epic Compact
Rated for sizes 5’5″ to 6’2″, the Epic is sort of tailored to small sizes. To cater to extra-small sizes from 4’1″ and up, Noblechairs recently introduced the Epic Compact. It has the same features as the Epic, slightly minified. But wait — there’s more!
The Epic Compact is the world’s first gaming chair with synchronous tilt and seat sliding functionality.
When you activate the former, you can rock-recline the backrest from 90 to 112°. With each degree of recline, the seat tilts up by 1.7°. This is a relaxation feature that lets you swivel your hips while sitting. As an example, the Herman Miller Aeron’s sync-tilt works like this:
Having this feature is a nice luxury. Use it to stimulate blood flow and perk up energy levels for a quick natural boost.
Epic Compact from Noblechairs $399-$419
Learn more: Epic Compact Specs, Sizing, and Functionality Report
Secretlab Omega 2020
Like the Epic, the Omega has enjoyed a resurgence of interest in 2022. That’s because the latest and greatest Titan 2022 Series chairs now cost over $500! Skyrocketing shipping prices are to blame, with no end in sight. Priced at $100 less, Omega chairs are suddenly hot again!
Compared to the Epic, the Omega has similar dimensions. It has the same features, a better lumbar pillow (in my opinion), and a wider array of styles. Omega chairs are more expensive than Epic ones.
To help offset the higher price, Omega chairs come with 5-year warranty protection. In contrast, the Epic is only guaranteed to last for two years.
Here’s how both models measure up head-to-head:
| Noblechairs Epic | Omega 2020 | |
| Features | 4D arms, multifunction tilt, recline to 135° | 4D arms, multifunction tilt, recline to 165° |
| Size rating | 5’5″ to 6’2″ tall; up to 265 pounds | 5’3″ to 5’11”; up to 240 pounds |
| Warranty | 2 years | 5 years |
| Price | $289.00 on Amazon | $449-$524 from Secretlab |
I’ve tested the Omega long-term vs a few different Titan chairs. Predictably, I found the flat, spacious Titan seats a lot more comfortable.
But measured over longer periods, I found the Omega a lot better at supporting good posture.
As a result, when measured over six months, my Omega proved more comfortable than my Titan chairs! Learn more in this Omega 2020 review — after two years of using one:
Other Small Gaming Chairs
Among the best small gaming chairs, one luxury alternative to the Epic stands out. The Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 Series is the big daddy on the luxury gaming chair block. It has the best features, longest warranty, and widest array of styles.
The Titan 2022 also comes in three sizes. The small and medium editions offer nice sizing alternatives. The former fits sizes 4’11” to 5’6″; the later is rated for sizes 5’9″ to 6’7″.
Titan 2022 chairs are more expensive than Epic ones. For a higher price, you get a longer 5-year warranty. On top of that, you get some key refinements over the Epic’s old-school strap systems.
Learn more: Secretlab Titan 2022 Series Review
Conclusion
In 2019, the Noblechairs Epic was one of the most popular gaming chairs in the world. Then, for a long spell, chairs went out of stock for long periods. As a result, the Epic’s popularity waned. In 2022, the Epic has returned — with regular stocks and a wide array of styles.
Where to buy: in America, Epic chairs are available from the Noblechairs website and from Amazon. On the former, you’ll find the latest Epic designs available for sale. The Noblechairs Amazon store usually has a smaller selection of styles, plus lower prices!
In 2022, the Epic remains a stylish gaming chair with premium adjustable features. It also stands out from the crowd with a growing collection of styles. On top of that, it’s one of the cheapest premium gaming chairs available today!
Noblechairs Epic on Amazon Price not available
You can also buy the Epic directly from Noblechairs for $419.
