Rank #8 in Best Gaming Chairs 2026: 10 Ranked, Plus a 1,136 kg Capacity Claim
Symino MP-01 Suede Gaming Chair with Footrest
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
#8 in our best gaming chairs guide is the Symino MP-01, a faux-suede gaming chair with a footrest, listed at £159.99. It carries 4.2 out of 5 from 1,610 ratings, and the listing's best sellers rank puts it at number 9 in Video Game Chairs.
The gap worth knowing about here is between the title and the spec sheet. The title promises a footrest, a headrest and lumbar support; the listing's own "Included Components" field names one item, "Waist Pad". The same spec sheet gives the frame material as polycarbonate — a plastic — and no metal frame is listed anywhere else in the data. Everything below comes from the Amazon listing as it stands: we have not built, sat in or tested this chair.
How those 1,610 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.2 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £159.99 |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4.2 out of 5 from 1,610 ratings |
| Model Name / Number | MP-01 / MP01 |
| Backrest Recline | 90° to 150° |
| Armrest Adjustment | 2 inches up and down, 30° left and right |
| Frame Material Type (as listed) | Polycarbonate |
| Included Components (as listed) | Waist Pad |
| Best Sellers Rank | 9 in Video Game Chairs |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“Great value, quality and comfort.Bought this to replace my last home office chair. I've had extremely costly (£1k+) chairs in the past and they're honestly not worth the money. This type of chair is extremely stable, well made and comfortable. It will serve for long work and gaming sessions perfectly.I'd highly recommend over Secret Labs or any of the other 'premium' brands. In my experience, they're exactly the same where it matters, just more expensive. Better to buy a cheaper chair and swap it out every 4/5 years.”
Verified purchase“Lovely material and very comfortable, if you follow the instructions, putting the seat onto a weight bench makes it super easy to build, just something to lift it above the armrest height would work. This is the 2nd chair from Symino i've had after the last one was damaged in a house move. Will definitely buy again.”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Gaming Chairs 2026: 10 Ranked, Plus a 1,136 kg Capacity Claim.
Questions people ask
What comes in the box with the Symino MP-01?
The title names a footrest, a headrest and lumbar support, but the listing's "Included Components" field reads only "Waist Pad". The bullets add that a step-by-step guide and the tools are provided.
How far does the backrest go back?
The listing states 90° to 150°, which it says covers switching between work, gaming and relaxation, with height set by a Class 3 gas lift.
How long does assembly take?
Symino says the chair can be assembled with the supplied parts and tools in about 10-15 minutes, following the included step-by-step guide.
What is the frame made of?
The only frame figure in the listing is the "Frame Material Type" field, which reads polycarbonate. Polycarbonate is a plastic, and no metal frame specification appears in the data.
What is the upholstery?
The bullets describe breathable faux suede, chosen to limit sweating at the back and waist. The "Material Type" field instead reads "fur suede".
What is the rating breakdown?
The listing shows 4.2 out of 5 from 1,610 ratings. Its own breakdown bar shows 66 at 5-star, 14 at 4-star, 7 at 3-star, 5 at 2-star and 8 at 1-star.
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