AndaSeat Kaiser 3 Review

For gamers who really like to nestle in for hours at a stretch, the AndaSeat Kaiser 3 ticks a lot of boxes. Solidly constructed with a 100% Titan Steel framework on top of a heavy-duty aluminum wheelbase, this chair features lumbar and neck support, a seriously supportive molded foam, and a smooth multi-tilt recline, so you can kick back for many hours of gameplay. It also comes with versatile 4D MagSwap armrests that can be raised high enough to provide elbow support for mobile gaming. In hotter climates or if you tend to run a little hot yourself, you might want to opt for the fabric option instead of faux leather for better breathability.

Performance Comparison

Comfort

Comfort is heavily weighted in our review process, as it is of great importance to people when it comes to gaming for extended periods of time. It played a large role in determining the overall score for this model and gave mostly positive feedback, earning it impressive scores for comfort overall.

We first evaluated and tested seat comfort. The AndaSeat Kaiser 3 earned high marks in this area, with a big, padded cushion preventing any sinking into the hardware of the tilt assembly. It is also wide enough that you can sit in a variety of positions. We especially liked the well-balanced cushiony firmness immediately upon sitting and the comfort that lasts for many hours.

As with the seat, the backrest utilizes a pleasantly firm cushioning that holds you in place without cramping in too much. Not everyone loves an internal lumbar system, and we found this one less than ideal as far as comfort goes, but it does provide a more streamlined aesthetic than other models using an external strap arrangement. In contrast, the magnetic neck pillow was a hit with our crew. One tester found it a tad firmer and larger than he preferred but rated the feature as positive and liked that it stayed in place once attached.

Too much cushion below one's arms can create unwanted pressure over time, but the padding on the AndaSeat Kaiser 3's armrests is absorbent, providing good support without pressure spots, while a wide range of adjustments allow for comfortable gaming via PC or mobile device.

Lastly, we seriously considered how many hours you can comfortably sit in the AndaSeat Kaiser 3. For every chair in our lineup, we assessed whether it is better suited to shorter gaming sessions or all day and night campaigns. After over a hundred hours of combined sitting amongst our team, we determined that the AndaSeat Kaiser 3 can last the long sessions, topping out at about eight hours of prolonged comfort.

Adjustability

Having a well-adjusted gaming chair can greatly improve your comfort during both short and long gaming sessions. Various gaming positions are suitable for different game types and setups, like PC versus console gaming, which makes it essential for the chair to be highly adjustable. Furthermore, having a high degree of adjustability allows for a wide range of users, making it more reliable for the masses. The AndaSeat Kaiser 3 really shines here, with a very high score for overall adjustability.

The AndaSeat Kaiser 3 features a seat pan with an adjustable height, although it won't go that low or that high, with only about two-and-a-quarter inches of movement. It feels higher than the other chairs with a big padded seat but doesn't go as low as shorter gamers might like. The built-in lumbar can be adjusted up and down as well as in and out, but it is tricky to dial in with the knobs on the side. Both of the lumbar adjustment knobs on our test model were labeled curvature, so it took some trial and error to figure out which knob adjusted which parameter. Gamers over six feet tall might find the lumbar support in the model we tested not ideally situated but can choose to go with an XL option.

The recline, featuring a Rocking & Relax Multi-function Mechanism, adjusts from 90° to 165° very smoothly, much like a soft-close drawer or cabinet. And though the tension knob, located below the seat in the middle, is a far reach, it provides excellent tension that can accommodate nearly every gamer, however heavy or light.

The armrests provide fantastic adjustability, allowing movement in various directions, such as inward and outward, forward and backward, up and down, and also pivoting, so achieving the ideal resting position is easy for any shape or size person for different styles of gameplay. Plus, the magnetic toppers can be replaced if ever damaged. Another magnetic feature, the neck pillow, is strong enough that it will stay in place if tossed onto the chair from across the room; however, one five-foot-three tester wished the roughly nine inches of range extended a little further down for more ideal placement.

Setup

In our final assessment of the AndaSeat Kaiser 3, we looked at the assembly process and how much time it took to set up the chair after unboxing. Once more, this chair received an outstanding rating.

The AndaSeat Kaiser 3 arrives well organized and ready to assemble, requiring about 12.5 minutes for our assembler to put together. The manual is well organized, with captioned photos making it really clear to see what to do at each step. The adjustment instructions are just as clear, making it easy to quickly achieve your ideal gaming position and become fully immersed into your gaming experience.

Even if you aren't very mechanically inclined, putting this chair together should be a relative breeze, as the large Allen wrench included is easy enough to use, the screws go in smoothly, and the armrests are already pre-assembled.

Should You Buy the AndaSeat Kaiser 3?

If you are looking for the best gaming chair, one that offers an excellent level of comfort and a high range of adjustability to keep you comfortable during any gaming scenario, then you've found your new throne in the AndaSeat Kaiser 3. If this gaming chair fits within your budget, you need not look elsewhere unless you prefer a chair with a different lumbar support system.

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