When you were a kid, there was no greater feeling than playing video games on the floor and getting taco-neck from looking up while gaming. Getting older often means dealing with a bad back, aching knees, and getting sore more easily, which makes lounging on the couch for some gaming all the more appealing.
Piling a bunch of cushions on the floor might work, but good luck keeping them in place as you twitch and jolt with fear and tension trying to finish a soul level one run against the Capra Demon. Thankfully, the boys at SEENDA appreciate the joys of grounded floor-gaming and came up with a deceptively simple, yet effective solution.
It’s easy to scoff at the idea of a floor chair, but make no mistake, the ErgoFold Floor Gaming Chair turned out to be a surprising and highly sought-after piece of furniture in my household. It’s like a portable throne that lifts, supports, and eases tension for the sitter anywhere.
The chair is also fairly portable, making it easy to pack up and take along, which comes in handy during holiday breaks when the kids are out of the house and need a seat that can also fold into a makeshift small bed. Sure, you can sit on it like any regular chair, but for those with a flair for the epic, it also folds out completely flat, making it a surprisingly effective sleeping mat.
The folding mechanism works one way, so if you want to change the incline, you’ll have to close it completely to reset it, as it automatically locks into place once set. It may seem limiting, but it’s a cost-effective way to cut down on parts or levers, keeping the usability streamlined and user-friendly.
When opened up in the lay-flat position, the chair stows away under beds or in closets easily. It would be nice if there were handles on each side to make it easier to carry around. The chair promises stability when reclined beyond the 135-degree range, but I could feel it begin to teeter due to the lack of weight built into the seat.
The lack of a heavy seat won’t be a factor for kids. They can rock back and forth, and the chair stays firmly planted. Adults may need to be cautious, especially if they’re top-heavy, as this can make it easier to tip over and lose balance. If it had maybe ten pounds of weight at the base, it would help feel more secure.
The cushion has a fair bit of spring to it, making it contour to most body types, and most importantly, it’s comfortable, and you can sit on it. Yes, it’s true. We have plateaued with seating engineering some time ago. SEENDA’s floor chair is as functional as it gets: you can sit on it and feel comfortable.
The adjustable lumbar cushion works like a hatch, opening and closing smoothly, and locks in place just like the recline feature. You can easily decide how much support feels right for you. It works as well as you’d expect and is otherwise no frills.
The build quality is premium and feels sturdy. This is especially important when you have two kids fighting over who gets to sit on it and try to use it like a see-saw. The ErgoFold handled their rough treatment and even survived the crushing weight of the whole family sitting on it at the same time (a little stress test we like to do).
If you don’t have kids and live in a home with limited space, this is a great way to make the most of it, as it folds up and can be put away with ease. Gaming on the floor, close to a screen, has its perks and transforms your setup into an IMAXian experience. Instead of sitting indian-style or piling pillows, SEENDA’s ErgoFold lets you recline in style with the comfort of a gaming chair, within a compact and modest size.
Being nigh portable and flexible makes SEENDA’s ErgoFold a versatile seating option for casual lounging. You could set up a short desk tray with a laptop and still get work done, and kids will adore the novelty of a seating chair that can also transform into a sleeping mat. The value we’ve gotten from it makes the listing price a bargain, and we’re planning to buy another just to stop fighting over it.
SEENDA ErgoFold Floor Gaming Chair was reviewed using a review unit provided by SEENDA. You can find additional information about Niche Gamer’s review/ethics policy here. SEENDA ErgoFold Floor Gaming Chair can be purchased from Amazon for $119.99.