
Rocking is an amazing feature that many chairs have, as the constant back and forth movement is relaxing.yeffective for fighting back pain, too. Fortunately, this is also the case with gaming chairs, which are novelties that will make any gamer happy. However, it can be challenging to know which chair is the best one to get since the market is so diverse. In our mind, however, nothing beats theX-Series Rocker Pro H3(opens in new tab)due to its incredible built-in sound system, impressive vibration motors and incredibly comfortable leather upholstery.
Best Overall: X Rocker Pro Series H3
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X-Series Rocker Pro H3
A cut above the rest
reasons to buy
+ Amazing sound experience Impressive vibration motors. incredible comfort Compatible with all game consoles. large weight capacity
reasons to avoid
- Caro No Bluetooth connectivity
The X Rocker Pro Series H3 is the cream of the crop when it comes to gaming rockers, and when you look at everything it offers, it's easy to see why. With four front-facing speakers and a powerful subwoofer, the chair is capable of streaming your game audio directly into your ears in an incredibly immersive way. In addition, the chair is equipped with vibration motors that will activate in sync with the game's audio. Both increase the relaxation factor and also increase the immersion. In addition, the chair is equipped with thick leather cushions that are very comfortable to sit on, allowing you to play for hours without feeling sore. In terms of compatibility, the chair works with all game consoles at the moment, giving you great flexibility, although it does not work with Bluetooth devices. Weight capacity is lovely too, coming in at 275 pounds. It can be quite an expensive chair, but it's worth every penny.
Melhor Bluetooth: Ace Bayou X Rocker Vibe
Ace Bayou X Rockero Vibe
amazing alternative
reasons to buy
+ good sound experience Impressive vibration motors. great comfort Compatible with Bluetooth devices and game systems large weight capacity
reasons to avoid
- a bit expensive
If you want something that works with a Bluetooth device as well as gaming systems, the Ace Bayou X Rocker Vibe will be your best bet. It only has two speakers compared to four on the X Rocker Pro Series H3. However, it still has the excellent subwoofer and vibration motors, which means it always offers an enjoyable and immersive experience. The cushions are made of fabric rather than leather and aren't as thick, making them less comfortable overall, but still very pleasant to sit on. The chair will work with all gaming systems as well as Bluetooth devices and it also has a great weight capacity of 275 pounds.
Melhor Armless: X Rocker Surge
X wave seesaw
Who needs arms anyway?
reasons to buy
+ good sound experience Impressive vibration motors. great comfort Compatible with Bluetooth devices and game systems large weight capacity
reasons to avoid
- a bit expensive
If you want a high quality gaming chair with a rocker but want to avoid armrests, the X Rocker Surge is a fantastic choice. It's identical to the Ace Bayou X Rocker Vibe with one notable difference: the cushions are made from glued-on "faux" leather instead of fabric, which means the chair will be a bit firmer. Whether this is a pro or a con depends on personal preference. Other than that (and the lack of armrests), it's essentially the same chair, which means it brings the same great benefits to the table.
Best chair with stand: X Rocker Pro Series 2.1
Series X Rocker Pro 2.1
Go with a sturdy support
reasons to buy
+ good sound experience Impressive vibration motors. incredible comfort Compatible with all game consoles. large weight capacity
reasons to avoid
- Caro No Bluetooth connectivity
If you prefer a chair that has support underneath, the best one for you is the X Rocker Pro Series 2.1. It's virtually identical to the X Rocker Pro Series H3, except it only has two speakers instead of four, and comes with a strong, durable base instead of just resting on the floor. This chair will be your best bet if you don't mind trading some sound quality and Bluetooth connectivity for a great base for your seat.
Best chair for two: X Rocker Dual Commander
Commander Double X Rocker
For the two player in your life
reasons to buy
+ good sound experience great comfort Compatible with all game systems. Double seats can accommodate two
more accessible
reasons to avoid
- No vibration motors Weight capacity could be better No Bluetooth connectivity
The X Rocker Dual Commander is perfect for people who have two players to enjoy gaming with, as it is essentially a "game player". Like many of the other chairs on this list, it has two speakers and a powerful subwoofer for good sound output, and the faux-leather seat is thick and comfortable. It's not real leather like the X Rocker Pro Series H3, but the comfort level comes pretty close. Unfortunately, there are no vibration motors in the chair, but that might not matter to you depending on what you're looking for. However, unfortunately, the weight capacity of the chair is only 275 pounds, which is only great if one person is using the chair; therefore, larger people should probably opt for two separate seats.
Best mid-range: Ace Bayou X Rocker 2.1
Ace Bayou X Rocker 2.1
Save money and keep earning
reasons to buy
+ good sound experience good comfort Compatible with all game systems. more accessible large weight capacity
reasons to avoid
- No vibration motors No Bluetooth connectivity Cushion material is of considerably lower quality.
This chair is ideal for people who want to save some money and don't mind opting for a solid chair over an impressive one. It has two mouthpieces and a subwoofer for a good sound, but it lacks vibration motors and also uses a mesh screen for the pillows that are not so comfortable or supportive as the leather or the densest screen pillows that use other pillows on this list. The chair is still pretty comfortable overall, and the fact that it's more affordable is a huge win for people who need to be conservative with their funds. Like the other chairs, it works with all gaming systems (but not Bluetooth) and can support 275 pounds.
Best Budget: The Crew Video Rocker
The Crew Video Rocker
The basics aren't bad.
reasons to buy
+ good comfort extremely accessible large weight capacity
reasons to avoid
- No resources to speak Cushion material is of considerably lower quality.
If you're looking for something very basic to save as much money as possible, it doesn't get any better than The Crew Video Rocker. This entry-level rocker has no speakers, subwoofers or vibration motors, and the material used for the pads is the same mesh fabric as the Ace Bayou X Rocker 2.1. Despite these drawbacks, however, the chair is still comfortable to sit in and is also extremely inexpensive. That means it's the perfect option for people on a budget who don't want or need any features. Like any other chair, it can support up to 275 pounds.
In short
Gaming chairs with rocking functionality are incredibly comfortable to sit in. Additionally, the rocking motion helps alleviate back pain and prevents further development, something gamers who play for long hours will appreciate. However, it can be a challenge to know which chair to choose, as there are so many chairs of this type on the market.
Each of the chairs on this list offers a different level of comfort and added functionality that we find appealing.someoneit needs. Still, in general, we believe that theX-Series Rocker Pro H3(opens in new tab)It stands out from the rest for how extremely comfortable it is and it also has a great sound system along with vibration motors and wide system compatibility as well. It might not work with Bluetooth devices and it might be pricey, but we still think it's the best option overall.
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Brendan Lowry
Brendan Lowry is a writer for Windows Central and is a graduate of Oakland University with a great passion for video games, of which he has been an avid fan since childhood. You'll find him doing reviews, editorials, and general coverage of everything Xbox and PC. follow him onGore.