Between the Homall Sofa vs. GYMAX; which gaming chair is the best?
Here it is ladies and gentlemen. Two highly popular gaming chairs side-by-side facing off. While each chair has its standard ups and downs, they also have their own unique benefits.
Depending on what you’re looking for in a gaming chair will determine which one of these might be the best choice for you. After extensive research, personal experience, and reviews; We formulated an in-depth comparison between each one. May the battle commence!
But first…
What To Look For When Getting A Gaming Chair?
- Type of Chair: Does it have wheels, is it a rocker, or is it a stationary chair with a recline
- Comfort: The ability to remain comfortable for extended periods of time without fatigue
- Build Quality: The overall durability and longevity of the chair or the incorporated electronics (If it has any). This also includes the size and weight capacity
- Built-in Speakers: Many gaming chairs don’t provide built-in speakers, but the ones that do have an upper hand. Also, how good are the integrated speakers?
- Massage Capabilities: Some chair’s provide massage capabilities, others don’t.
- Appearance: Let’s face it, when you’re sitting down going into a gaming battle, you need your gaming chair to look cool and enhance the vibe of your room.
We compared and contrasted each of these factors for the Homall & GYMAX
Type of Chair
There are a few types of gaming chairs. There are rocker chairs that typically sit closer to the ground and pleasantly rock back and forth. Then there are stationary chairs that might or might not provide a few levels of incline. And finally, there are gaming chairs with wheels with many similarities to a standard office chair. Each of the three has its own benefits. There isn’t necessarily a better or worse style as it comes down to your personal preference.
Homall
This is a reclinable gaming sofa that’s best used for console gaming. However, you can use it for computer gaming if you don’t recline the integrated footrest. These gaming chairs closely resemble standard recliner sofa’s. It can fully recline for sleep, partially recline which is most used for console gaming or watching TV, or remain at a standard upright position.
GYMAX
This is a reclinable gaming sofa that’s best used for console gaming. However, you can use it for computer gaming if you don’t recline the integrated footrest. These gaming chairs closely resemble standard recliner sofa’s.
Overall, both of these are reclinable sofas.
Comfort
The ability to remain comfortable in your gaming chair for extended periods of time only makes your gaming or movie experience that much more enjoyable. If the chair possesses different recline levels or tilt, it’s also important to note which of the levels are comfy and which aren’t.
Homall
This sofa chair is most comfortable for people under 200 pounds. The lumbar support is nice, as well. Unfortunately, while laying down, a part sticks into your back. But aside from that, the overall comfort is very good at a 9.2 out of 10.
GYMAX
This sofa is comfortable for medium-sized to smaller individuals. However, larger adults have comfort issues. You’ll appreciate the soft leather and recline. Out of 10, we give it a 9.2 for comfort.
Overall, we believe they’re both equally matched in comfort.
Build Quality
What good is your comfortable gaming chair with various features if it breaks sooner than you’d expected? The overall durability and longevity are crucial for any investment you make. Also, if the chair has any built-in electronics or speakers, it’s important they last long, as well. Another noteworthy attribute is the chair’s weight capacity and size. Some chairs might be a better fit for larger people, other chairs are better for medium to smaller people.
Homall
The build quality of this sofa is fantastic. For the price, it slightly overperforms. It has a weight limit of 265 pounds. Most people don’t experience any issues with its longevity. We primarily recommend it for medium to smaller sized individuals. Overall, we give the build quality a 9.4 out of 10.
GYMAX
With an impressive 330-pound weight capacity, this sofa is remarkably tough. Although the weight capacity is rather large, this chair is a bit compact and we recommend something else for larger people. It’s made with a high-resilient thick sponge and the material is breathable. Overall, we give the build quality a 9.3 out of 10.
Overall, the Homall has a slightly better build quality.
Built-in Speakers
Some gaming chairs provide built-in speakers and others don’t. However, many people believe that gaming chairs with incorporated speakers are more valuable for gaming since it enhances a surround sound effect. But there are a few critical questions to keep in mind for chairs with built-in speakers. Are they wireless, or do you have to plug the chair in via cord? How good is the sound quality? And my personal favorite, does the chair have an integrated subwoofer that vibrates the chair according to the game?
Homall
Doesn’t provide integrated speakers.
GYMAX
Doesn’t have built-in speakers.
Overall, neither provide integrated speakers.
Massage Capabilities
Some gaming chairs offer massage capabilities. While most don’t have this feature, it’s certainly a splendid option to have. Some people must have a massage chair, others don’t.
Homall
Coming with a remote, the Homall has a surprisingly great vibration massager in the lumbar region. It isn’t too soft, but not too intense either. Compared to the massage feature in other gaming chairs, this one performs above average.
GYMAX
The lumbar support produces surprisingly great vibration massage for your lower back. Integrated are dual massage motors. With the attached remote, you get 8 different massage modes to choose from.
Overall, the Homall provides a slightly better vibration massage.
Appearance
Gaming chairs can either dramatically enhance the overall vibe of your room, or not. Many gamers don’t care too much about how their chair looks. But if you’re like me and prefer a cool chair to sit down and battle aliens on your game, then the appearance is quite essential.
Homall
Coming with a red, blue, purple, or white striped pattern; This gaming chair has a sleek modernish style. The only thing I’m not crazy about is the curved armrest. In my opinion, they look kind of odd.
GYMAX
Visually, the best part of this sofa is the fancy logo on the headrest area. Other than that, it’s a bit average for a gaming chair. Not bad, but nothing too special. You can get it striped in either blue, pink, white, or red.
Overall, the GYMAX has a slightly better appearance and design.
Our Winner
Between The Homall Sofa vs. GYMAX Gaming Chairs
Keep in mind that our opinion is not the end all be all. Like mentioned earlier, everyone has different needs, requirements, and budgets for their gaming chairs. However, our winner is the Homall by a razor-thin margin. It has a slightly better build quality and slightly better massage. But keep in mind, most people wouldn’t tell the difference. At the end of the day, both sofas are a fantastic choice for gamers.
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