Buying Guide
The Best Gaming Chairs for Kids
Five child-sized chairs for a desk or the floor.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read5 products evaluated
A kids' chair should let feet rest flat at the desk. These five have a smaller seat, a footrest or a age range.
Age ranges appear only where the maker gives one.
Quick Picks
Which of the 5 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Best Desk Chair With Footrest
Kids Ergonomic Desk Chair with FootrestA footrest and ages 5 to 13.
Best for: School desks.
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Widest Age Range
GIANTEX Kids Desk ChairAges 5 to 14 and a 250 lb rating.
Best for: Growing kids.
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Best Certified
Amazon Basics Kids Mesh Desk ChairBIFMA certification.
Best for: Checked builds.
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Best Pneumatic Lift
Techni Mobili Kids Desk ChairPneumatic height adjustment.
Best for: Quick adjustment.
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Best Floor Chair
GTPLAYER Floor Gaming ChairA folding 360 degree swivel seat.
Best for: Console play.
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| Pick | Why it stands out | Best for | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|
| A footrest and ages 5 to 13. | School desks. | Check price for Kids Ergonomic Desk Chair with Footrest on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| Ages 5 to 14 and a 250 lb rating. | Growing kids. | Check price for GIANTEX Kids Desk Chair on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| BIFMA certification. | Checked builds. | Check price for Amazon Basics Kids Mesh Desk Chair on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| Pneumatic height adjustment. | Quick adjustment. | Check price for Techni Mobili Kids Desk Chair on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
| A folding 360 degree swivel seat. | Console play. | Check price for GTPLAYER Floor Gaming Chair on Amazon (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Best Desk Chair With Footrest1 of 5
Kids Ergonomic Desk Chair with Footrest
This kids desk chair has a footrest and a 17.3 to 21.3 inch seat height.
Best for
- School desks.
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- Price-first buyers should look at the Amazon Basics Kids, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It is rated for ages 5 to 13. It assembles in 20 minutes, the arms fold for tucking under a desk, and it swivels 360 degrees. It also comes with an age range of 5 to 13.
The kids footrest chair is rated for ages 5 to 13; check seat height against the child's desk. Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the Amazon Basics Kids at the time of writing. At our last price check it topped the group, with the GTPLAYER floor chair the nearest cheaper option. If you want a confirmed weight capacity, look to the GIANTEX Kids instead: it is rated for 250 lbs, while this one gives no figure.
Key specs
- Seat height
- 17.3 to 21.3 in
- Footrest
- Yes
- Age range
- ages 5 to 13
Pros
- Footrest
- 17.3 to 21.3 inch seat height
- Age range of 5 to 13
Cons
- Costs more than the Amazon Basics Kids at the time of writing
Widest Age Range2 of 5
GIANTEX Kids Desk Chair
GIANTEX's kids chair is armless with a 16.5 to 21 inch seat height.
Best for
- Growing kids.
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- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: lower 250 lb capacity.
Why we like it
It is rated for ages 5 to 14. It swivels 360 degrees on five wheels, and the curved plastic back gives children upright support. Its bright colours liven up a child's room.
It also comes with an age range of 5 to 14. The GIANTEX Kids is rated for ages 5 to 14; check seat height against the child's desk. You also get this: armless design.
Another plus: highest weight capacity of the picks (250 lbs). It was priced above the Amazon Basics Kids and below the Techni Mobili Kids at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Weight capacity
- 250 lbs
- Seat height
- 16.5 to 21 in
- Armrests
- Armless
- Age range
- ages 5 to 14
Pros
- Armless design
- 16.5 to 21 inch seat height
- Age range of 5 to 14
- Highest weight capacity of the picks (250 lbs)
Cons
- Lower 250 lb capacity
- Costs more than the Amazon Basics Kids at the time of writing
Best Certified3 of 5
Amazon Basics Kids Mesh Desk Chair
Amazon Basics' kids chair uses a low mesh back and a removable footrest.
Best for
- Checked builds.
Skip if
- Look at the other picks if you need a feature not covered above.
Why we like it
It carries BIFMA certification and a 16.93 inch wide seat. It swivels 360 degrees and adjusts height pneumatically, and the mesh back wipes clean. It is sized for children's homework and gaming.
Its padded seat and mesh low back are breathable, a removable footrest helps shorter children, and it meets BIFMA standards. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the GIANTEX Kids was closest. If you want a confirmed weight capacity, look to the GIANTEX Kids instead: it is rated for 250 lbs, while this one gives no figure.
Key specs
- Lumbar support
- Low mesh back
- Footrest
- Removable
- Upholstery
- Mesh
Pros
- Mesh upholstery
- Removable footrest
- BIFMA certification
- 16.93 inch wide seat
Best Pneumatic Lift4 of 5
Techni Mobili Kids Desk Chair
Techni Mobili's kids chair is a child-sized desk chair with pneumatic height adjustment.
Best for
- Quick adjustment.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: lower 140 lb capacity.
Why we like it
It has a 140 lb capacity. Its TechniFlex synthetic upholstery wipes clean, which suits a child's desk, and the racing-style shape mirrors adult gaming chairs. It ships in one box for simple assembly.
The seat is sized for children rather than adults. Dual 2-inch non-marking nylon casters protect floors, and the five-star nylon base supports up to 140 lbs. It was priced above the GIANTEX Kids and below the GTPLAYER floor chair at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Weight capacity
- 140 lbs
Pros
- 140 lb weight capacity
- Pneumatic height adjustment
- Child-sized seat
Cons
- Lower 140 lb capacity
- Costs more than the Amazon Basics Kids at the time of writing
Best Floor Chair5 of 5
GTPLAYER Floor Gaming Chair
GTPLAYER's floor chair swivels 360 degrees and folds for storage.
Best for
- Console play.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the Amazon Basics Kids cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It suits console play on the floor. It folds flat for storage under a bed or behind a couch, with high-resilience foam and skin-friendly leather. Its steel swivel base rotates silently in any direction, and setup takes minutes by attaching the base.
You also get a folding frame and a floor-level seat. Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the Amazon Basics Kids at the time of writing. Its price falls between the Techni Mobili Kids and the kids footrest chair, based on our last check. Buyers who need a confirmed weight capacity should compare it with the GIANTEX Kids, which is rated for 250 lbs.
Pros
- 360-degree swivel
- Folding frame
- Floor-level seat
Cons
- Costs more than the Amazon Basics Kids at the time of writing
How We Chose These Gaming Chairs for Kids
Alex Morgan compared the manufacturer specifications, connectivity, warranty terms and compatibility of every pick. Figures come from the makers unless a third-party source is named; we did not test these products ourselves.
- How these picks were ranked
- We lined up five chairs on weight capacity, seat height, footrest and age range as the makers state them. These are research figures, not bench results: 3 of 5 picks leave out weight capacity.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The kids footrest chair, the Amazon Basics Kids and the GTPLAYER floor chair give no weight capacity; the Amazon Basics Kids, the Techni Mobili Kids and the GTPLAYER floor chair give no seat height.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the Amazon Basics Kids ($50 to $100) to the kids footrest chair ($100 to $150).
What to Look for in a Gaming Chair for Kids
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Weight capacity across these picks
Across these 2 picks weight capacity spans 140 lbs (the Techni Mobili Kids) to 250 lbs (the GIANTEX Kids). The GIANTEX Kids is the pick for weight capacity. The kids footrest chair, the Amazon Basics Kids and the GTPLAYER floor chair give no weight capacity figure, so 2 of 5 picks are compared here.
Age range
The kids footrest chair lists ages 5 to 13; the GIANTEX Kids lists ages 5 to 14.
A wooden desk with a monitor on an arm, a desk mat and a compact keyboard What to check at home
The kids footrest chair is rated for ages 5 to 13; check seat height against the child's desk. The GIANTEX Kids is rated for ages 5 to 14; check seat height against the child's desk.
Extras that separate them
The Amazon Basics Kids: BIFMA certification. The Techni Mobili Kids: pneumatic height adjustment. The GTPLAYER floor chair: a folding frame.
A desk setup with a monitor riser, ergonomic chair and blue backlight Where your budget lands
$50 to $100 buys the Amazon Basics Kids, the GIANTEX Kids, the Techni Mobili Kids and the GTPLAYER floor chair; $100 to $150 buys the kids footrest chair at our last check.
How to Choose a Gaming Chair for Kids
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| School desks | kids footrest chair | A footrest and ages 5 to 13 |
| Growing kids | GIANTEX Kids | Ages 5 to 14 and a 250 lb rating |
| Checked builds | Amazon Basics Kids | BIFMA certification |
| Quick adjustment | Techni Mobili Kids | Pneumatic height adjustment |
| Console play | GTPLAYER floor chair | A folding 360 degree swivel seat |
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Key specs side by side
The GIANTEX Kids leads on weight capacity at 250 lbs, ahead of the Techni Mobili Kids at 140 lbs. "Not listed" marks weight capacity where the kids footrest chair, the Amazon Basics Kids and the GTPLAYER floor chair leave the figure out.
| Chair | Weight capacity | Seat height | Footrest | Age range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| kids footrest chair | Not listed | 17.3 to 21.3 in | Yes | ages 5 to 13 |
| GIANTEX Kids | 250 lbs | 16.5 to 21 in | Not listed | ages 5 to 14 |
| Amazon Basics Kids | Not listed | Not listed | Removable | Not listed |
| Techni Mobili Kids | 140 lbs | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed |
| GTPLAYER floor chair | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed |
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By price at the time of writing
The Amazon Basics Kids was the lowest-priced pick ($50 to $100) and the kids footrest chair the highest ($100 to $150) when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Chairs |
|---|---|
| About $50 to $100 | Amazon Basics Kids, GIANTEX Kids, Techni Mobili Kids, GTPLAYER floor chair |
| About $100 to $150 | kids footrest chair |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Techni Mobili Kids compare with the GIANTEX Kids on weight capacity?
The GIANTEX Kids leads at 250 lbs, with the Techni Mobili Kids at 140 lbs. No weight capacity figure is published for the kids footrest chair, the Amazon Basics Kids and the GTPLAYER floor chair, which leaves 2 of 5 picks ranked here.
Why is the Amazon Basics Kids our Best Certified pick?
It earns the label for BIFMA certification. It is aimed at checked builds.
Do the kids footrest chair and the GIANTEX Kids differ on seat height?
The kids footrest chair uses 17.3 to 21.3 in; the GIANTEX Kids uses 16.5 to 21 in. The Amazon Basics Kids, the Techni Mobili Kids and the GTPLAYER floor chair have no seat height listed, so 2 of 5 picks are covered here.
Will the kids footrest chair work with my setup?
The kids footrest chair is rated for ages 5 to 13; check seat height against the child's desk. In this guide it ranks first of 5, as our Best Desk Chair With Footrest pick.
What extras do the kids footrest chair and the GIANTEX Kids include?
The kids footrest chair: a footrest. The GIANTEX Kids: an armless design. The Amazon Basics Kids: a removable footrest.
Bottom Line
The footrest desk chair is the pick for ages 5 to 13 with a 17.3 to 21.3 inch seat. GIANTEX covers ages 5 to 14, and Amazon Basics adds BIFMA certification.
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