If you’re in the market for a new chair, you’re probably weighing a decision between an office chair vs gaming chair. How does the Secretlab TITAN Evo stack up against a traditional office chair?
Your chair is an important ergonomic investment that should improve your productivity and reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders, especially when you spend over 12 hours a day seated.
We’re doing more at our desks than ever — whether it’s working, gaming, watching Netflix, napping, and more. Each activity demands a different sitting posture, and when you’re using the same chair for multiple tasks, it has to be able to support you no matter how you sit.
Gaming chairs are often dismissed — considered to be not as ergonomic compared to their office counterparts. However, gamers are among the most demanding users. They can spend up to 16 hours a day seated, and they require uncompromising ergonomic support to remain comfortable for long hours.
But a good chair should be able to support you across everything you do. A well-designed ergonomic chair like the Secretlab TITAN Evo is purposefully designed to keep you at the top of your game, even as you move from raiding with the squad to spreadsheets or video editing.
Here’s a look at the main differences between an office chair and the TITAN Evo.
Office chair vs gaming chair: What’s the difference?
Ergonomics
Many office chairs today are based on outdated ergonomic theories that have their roots in the 1970s. Back then, workers were primarily occupied with just a single task at their desks, such as typing, and office chairs today are still designed with that one task in mind.
The idea of the perfect posture is a myth.
They feature restrictive designs and limited adjustments, and have yet to catch up with the reality of all the different things the modern gamer, creator, and hybrid worker is doing at their desk. This means that they often only support you in one so-called optimal posture, with little room for posture change or movement throughout the day.
But the idea of the perfect posture is a myth. According to Dr. Stuart McGill, Distinguished Professor Emeritus at the University of Waterloo and a leading expert in the mechanisms of back pain, changes in posture are key to relieving stress on your body, helping to migrate stress from tissue to tissue and avoiding the build-up of pressure peaks.
The Secretlab TITAN Evo purposefully encourages movement between activities and postures, supporting you as you go from video calls to Netflix and gaming.
Material
Most office chairs are constructed from mesh — a popular material that is more breathable and helps you stay cool. The Secretlab TITAN Evo is upholstered in NEO™ Hybrid Leatherette and SoftWeave® Plus Fabric — ultra-durable materials designed to outlast the harshest conditions. NEO™ Hybrid Leatherette is exceptionally smooth and supple, and any accidental spills are easily wiped up. For those living in a warmer climate, SoftWeave® Plus is a soft and breathable fabric that keeps you staying fresh through long hours of work and play.
While mesh has long been thought to be the superior material, recent studies by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley have found that properly engineered foam can outperform mesh in key areas such as pressure relief.
Secretlab cold-cure foam comprises a tight structure of closed cells. An impermeable membrane prevents air from escaping, helping it to maintain its shape. This means more responsive, supportive cushioning and even pressure distribution.
Foam also supports your body more evenly from the bottom up. In comparison, mesh is stretched across the seat base and supports you from the sides, leading to more uneven pressure distribution.
That said, not all foam is created equal. Secretlab’s patent-pending cold-cure foam is cast as a single piece from precise aluminum molds, giving it a more uniform consistency for improved support. Deliberately formulated to be medium-firm, it is the optimal blend of comfort and support.
In comparison, cheaper gaming chairs often utilize multiple pieces of soft, slab foam, which lack the structural integrity required for prolonged sitting.
Find out why Secretlab chooses foam over mesh.
Design
Office chairs often adopt a functional design that puts utility before style — perfect for those who prefer a no-nonsense approach. They often come in understated, monochromatic shades that fit well into corporate spaces.
Gaming chairs offer a far wider selection of looks.
The Secretlab TITAN Evo is available in 13 signature colors and over 60 different Special Edition designs. Whether you’re after a timeless look that will never go out of style, or want a Special Edition model inspired by your favorite game, superhero, or TV show, there’s a Secretlab TITAN Evo for you.
Discover the full collection. For help choosing the right Secretlab chair for you, you can refer to our buying guide.
In a nutshell
A good ergonomic chair is one that lets you sit comfortably for over 12 hours every day, reduces the risk of musculoskeletal disorders caused by prolonged sitting, and improves performance and productivity at both work and play.
The Secretlab TITAN Evo has been tested and validated by experts on our Ergonomics Advisory Board and is the chair of choice of over 3 million satisfied users. Every element of TITAN Evo is quick and easy to adjust, so it adapts effortlessly to you as you move throughout the day.
Learn more about Secretlab chairs here.
