We compared two chairs for long desk sessions: the GTPLAYER Gaming Chair and the SIHOO B100 SE Ergonomic Office Chair.
What we looked at
Material, lumbar support, and price.
The verdict
If you want a racing-style chair with a massage lumbar pillow at the lower price, the GTPLAYER is the pick at £109.99. If you would rather pay £50.00 more for breathable mesh and an adaptive lumbar system, the SIHOO is the alternative, at £159.99.
A £109.99 PU leather chair with a massage lumbar pillow.
A £159.99 mesh chair with adaptive lumbar support.
GTPLAYER Gaming Chair with Massage Lumbar Support — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a racing-style gaming chair with an electronic USB-powered massage lumbar pillow, PU leather upholstery over high-density cold-molded foam, a 90-150 degree reclining backrest, 360-degree swivel, a retractable footrest and adjustable headrest pillow, standing 135cm tall with 10cm height adjustment. Carries 4.4 stars from 11.8K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- 4.4 stars from 11.8K ratings on this listing
- Cheaper than the SIHOO on these listings, at £109.99
- Electronic massage lumbar pillow included
- Retractable footrest for reclining use
Worth knowing
- PU leather rather than the SIHOO's breathable mesh
- No stated multi-position recline lock, unlike the SIHOO's 3-position system
Best for
- Buyers who want a built-in massage lumbar feature
- Anyone who wants the lower price
- Those who want a retractable footrest
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a breathable mesh back for long sessions in warm rooms
- Anyone who wants an adaptive, self-adjusting lumbar system
SIHOO B100 SE Ergonomic Office Chair — Most Breathable
Intended for: Marketed as a mesh ergonomic office chair with a self-adjusting adaptive lumbar support that flexes as you recline, 2D flip-up armrests that slide fully under the desk, a 3-position recline (113/123/133 degrees), breathable dual-mesh construction, an SGS Class-4 gas lift, a BIFMA-certified steel base, a seat height range of 46.5-55.5cm, and a 3-year warranty.
What we liked
- Self-adjusting adaptive lumbar support that moves with recline
- Breathable dual-mesh construction, cooler than PU leather for long sessions
- 3-position recline lock (113/123/133 degrees)
- 3-year warranty and BIFMA-certified steel base
Worth knowing
- Costs £50.00 more than the GTPLAYER on these listings
- No stated massage feature or retractable footrest, unlike the GTPLAYER
Best for
- Buyers who want a breathable mesh chair for long working sessions
- Anyone who wants an adaptive lumbar system and a stated 3-year warranty
- Those who want armrests that slide fully under the desk
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who specifically wants a massage lumbar pillow or footrest
