Buying Guide
The Best Desk Chairs Under $70
We weighed four chairs on recline angle and max recline, and the budget speaker chair costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read4 products evaluated
Under $70 a chair is a basic gaming or office model with simple height adjustment. Every chair cost 70 or less when we checked and is a full-size chair for adults.
We ranked these chairs on max recline, armrests and lumbar support using manufacturer specifications; we did not test these chairs ourselves, and where a maker leaves out max recline, we say so.
Quick Picks
Our 4 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lowest Price Here
Gaming Chair with Bluetooth Speakers and Lights
Undercutting the Sweetcrispy on price when we checked.
Best for: Getting Bluetooth-compatible speakers for the least money.
Our take Check price for Gaming Chair with Bluetooth Speakers and Lights (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
Sweetcrispy Gaming Chair
Armrests that flip up 92 degrees.
Best for: Buyers who want armrests that flip up 92 degrees.
Our take Check price for Sweetcrispy Gaming Chair (opens in a new tab)
Flip-up Armrests
DUMOS Gaming Chair with Flip-Up Arms
Flip-up armrests.
Best for: Buyers who want flip-up armrests.
Our take Check price for DUMOS Gaming Chair with Flip-Up Arms (opens in a new tab)
Premium Pick
Huracan Gaming Chair with Footrest
The top of this price range, adding a memory-foam seat.
Best for: Spending more than the DUMOS costs for the fullest feature set in this group.
Our take Check price for Huracan Gaming Chair with Footrest (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undercutting the Sweetcrispy on price when we checked. | Getting Bluetooth-compatible speakers for the least money. | Check price for Gaming Chair with Bluetooth Speakers and Lights (opens in a new tab) |
| Armrests that flip up 92 degrees. | Buyers who want armrests that flip up 92 degrees. | Check price for Sweetcrispy Gaming Chair (opens in a new tab) |
| Flip-up armrests. | Buyers who want flip-up armrests. | Check price for DUMOS Gaming Chair with Flip-Up Arms (opens in a new tab) |
| The top of this price range, adding a memory-foam seat. | Spending more than the DUMOS costs for the fullest feature set in this group. | Check price for Huracan Gaming Chair with Footrest (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 4
Gaming Chair with Bluetooth Speakers and Lights on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The budget speaker chair is built around Bluetooth-compatible speakers, with LED lights on the back and seat edge on top.
Best for
- Getting Bluetooth-compatible speakers for the least money.
Skip if
- Look at the other picks if you need a feature not covered above.
Why we like it
On the spec sheet, it reclines to 135°. A retractable footrest adds a place to rest between matches. The backrest reclines from 90 to 135 degrees, and a two-motor lumbar pillow provides massage.
The LED strips can be dimmed or switched off from the remote. Its metal legs replace a plastic base, which adds stability. Its speakers pair with a phone or PC over Bluetooth.
Leave room behind the desk: the budget speaker chair's footrest needs clear floor space when extended and reclined. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the Sweetcrispy was the next step up.
Key dimensions & specs
- Max recline: 135°
- Footrest: Retractable
Pros
- Bluetooth-compatible speakers
- LED lights on the back and seat edge
- Retractable footrest
- Undercutting the Sweetcrispy on price when we checked
Also Consider2 of 4
Sweetcrispy Gaming Chair on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Sweetcrispy's chair has armrests that flip up 92 degrees and an 18 to 22 inch seat height.
Best for
- Buyers who want armrests that flip up 92 degrees.
Skip if
- Skip it if you need to know its recline angle before buying; the maker doesn't publish one.
Why we like it
Lumbar support is included. It is rated for 275 lbs on a chrome-plated metal base, and the PU leather back has cut-outs for airflow. The flip-up arms let it slide fully under a desk when you're done.
At about 30 pounds it is light enough to move between rooms, and the tilt tension runs from 90 to 122 degrees. Assembly takes around 17 minutes with the included tools. The Sweetcrispy's arms flip up, so it can roll closer under a desk with a low front edge.
When we checked, only the budget speaker chair cost less, and the DUMOS cost more. If you want a confirmed recline angle, look to the budget speaker chair instead: it reclines to 135°, while this one gives no figure.
Key dimensions & specs
- Seat height: 18 to 22 in
- Armrests: Flip-up (92°)
- Lumbar support: Lumbar support
Pros
- Flip-up (92°) armrests
- 18 to 22 inch seat height
- Lumbar support
Cons
- No published recline angle
- Costs more than the budget speaker chair at the time of writing
Flip-up Armrests3 of 4
DUMOS Gaming Chair with Flip-Up Arms on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
DUMOS's chair has armrests that flip up so it can tuck under a desk.
Best for
- Buyers who want flip-up armrests.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the budget speaker chair was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It rocks between 90 and 135 degrees and offers a 275 lb capacity. It has a BIFMA-certified metal base and a class 3 gas lift, plus a rocking mode. It comes with the tools and video installation guides.
You also get a 90 to 135 degree rocking range. The DUMOS's arms flip up, so it can roll closer under a desk with a low front edge. Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the budget speaker chair at the time of writing. Its price falls between the Sweetcrispy and the Huracan, based on our last check.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight capacity: 275 lbs
- Max recline: 135°
- Armrests: Flip-up
Pros
- Flip-up armrests
- 90 to 135 degree rocking range
- 275 lb weight capacity
Cons
- Costs more than the budget speaker chair at the time of writing
Premium Pick4 of 4
Huracan Gaming Chair with Footrest on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Huracan's chair pairs a memory-foam seat with PU leather and a lumbar pad.
Best for
- Spending more than the DUMOS costs for the fullest feature set in this group.
Skip if
- Pass if a published recline angle matters; this one has none.
Why we like it
A footrest is included. A lumbar pad and padded headrest follow the body's curve, and the memory foam seat sits under PU leather. A footrest slides out for breaks.
The backrest reclines for rest breaks, and the metal frame swivels 360 degrees. A retractable footrest supports your legs. The seat uses memory foam under PU leather, and a retractable footrest lets you stretch out.
Only the DUMOS came close to it on price at the time of writing; it cost the most of the 4 picks. There is no published recline angle figure, whereas the budget speaker chair reclines to 135°.
Key dimensions & specs
- Lumbar support: Pad
- Footrest: Yes
- Upholstery: PU leather, memory foam
Pros
- Memory-foam seat
- Lumbar pad
- Footrest
- The top of this price range, adding a memory-foam seat
Cons
- No published recline angle
- Costs more than the budget speaker chair at the time of writing
How We Chose These Desk Chairs Under $70
Each pick was assessed across 3 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- The figures behind the order
- We lined up four chairs on recline angle, armrests, lumbar support and footrest as the makers state them. These are research figures, not bench results: 2 of 4 picks leave out recline angle.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Sweetcrispy and the Huracan give no recline angle; the budget speaker chair and the Huracan give no armrests.
- Price range
- From the budget speaker chair to the Huracan, all sat in the $50 to $100 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a Desk Chair Under $70
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
What to check at home
Leave room behind the desk: the budget speaker chair's footrest needs clear floor space when extended and reclined. The Sweetcrispy's arms flip up, so it can roll closer under a desk with a low front edge.
Extras that separate them
The Sweetcrispy: an 18 to 22 inch seat height. The DUMOS: a 90 to 135 degree rocking range. The Huracan: a lumbar pad.
Budget
All 4 sat in the $50 to $100 tier when we checked, from the budget speaker chair at the low end to the Huracan at the top, so decide on features first.
Start from what matters most
Getting Bluetooth-compatible speakers for the least money: the budget speaker chair. Buyers who want flip-up armrests: the DUMOS. Spending more than the DUMOS costs for the fullest feature set in this group: the Huracan.
Upholstery changes heat and wear
PU leather wipes clean but traps heat. Fabric and mesh breathe better. Check the product page rather than the photos.
How to Choose a Desk Chair Under $70
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Getting Bluetooth-compatible speakers for the least money | budget speaker chair | Undercutting the Sweetcrispy on price when we checked |
| Buyers who want armrests that flip up 92 degrees | Sweetcrispy | Armrests that flip up 92 degrees |
| Buyers who want flip-up armrests | DUMOS | Flip-up armrests |
| Spending more than the DUMOS costs for the fullest feature set in this group | Huracan | The top of this price range, adding a memory-foam seat |
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Key specs side by side
The budget speaker chair, the Sweetcrispy and the rest, as their makers list them.
| Chair | Max recline | Armrests | Lumbar support | Footrest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| budget speaker chair | 135° | Not listed | Not listed | Retractable |
| Sweetcrispy | Not listed | Flip-up (92°) | Lumbar support | Not listed |
| DUMOS | 135° | Flip-up | Not listed | Not listed |
| Huracan | Not listed | Not listed | Pad | Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the DUMOS our Flip-up Armrests pick?
It carries the badge for flip-up armrests. It suits anyone who wants flip-up armrests.
Do the Sweetcrispy and the DUMOS differ on armrests?
The Sweetcrispy uses flip-up (92°); the DUMOS uses flip-up. The budget speaker chair and the Huracan have no armrests listed, so 2 of 4 picks are covered here.
Will the Sweetcrispy work with my setup?
The Sweetcrispy's arms flip up, so it can roll closer under a desk with a low front edge. In this guide it ranks second of 4.
What extras do the budget speaker chair and the Sweetcrispy include?
The budget speaker chair: Bluetooth-compatible speakers. The Sweetcrispy: armrests that flip up 92 degrees. The DUMOS: flip-up armrests.
Should I pick the budget speaker chair or the Huracan?
The budget speaker chair suits getting Bluetooth-compatible speakers for the least money; the Huracan suits spending more than the DUMOS costs for the fullest feature set in this group.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the budget speaker chair, chosen for undercutting the Sweetcrispy on price when we checked. Look at the Sweetcrispy for armrests that flip up 92 degrees, the DUMOS for flip-up armrests and the Huracan for the top of this price range, adding a memory-foam seat if those matter more to you.
Check the weight limit and seat height range against your own height and desk.