Secretlab TITAN Evo Gaming Chair review: Hello comfort, my old friend

Secretlab has sent us its latest TITAN Evo Gaming Chair to review, and while the company is a market leader in crafting stylish and comfortable chairs, in the world of tech, that doesn’t always guarantee a homerun. Those in the market for a new office/gaming chair have a plethora of options available, so Secretlab always needs to be refining its craft. 

The good news is that the manufacturer ticks just about every box here, while consistently setting the bar for quality. Not only do its chairs look slick, but they also keep our aching backs supported during heavy gaming sessions – or in this case, when writing reviews. The TITAN Evo design isn’t broken, so really, there’s no need to fix it in 2025 and beyond.

The Escapist recaps

• The TITAN Evo Gaming Chair uses Secretlab’s patented SoftWeave™ technology – and this remains one of its most celebrated features.
• Each chair is designed with lumbar support in mind and can make a meaningful difference to those who suffer from lower back pain. 
• The Secretlab TITAN Evo comes in a vast range of designs. The model we reviewed was the Cookies and Cream style.
• Each chair comes bundled with a magnetic memory foam head pillow and full-metal 4D armrests.

It’s still Secretlab’s throne 

The TITAN Evo Gaming Chair is made from Secretlab’s rather luxurious SoftWeave™ fabric, something that’s specially designed to be softer, more breathable, and more durable than previous chairs, and while we’ll get onto style shortly, the materials used here really help it stand (or sit) apart from the pack.

Yet Secretlab’s reputation for designing comfortable and ergonomic chairs is what brought them to the dance, and regular users will be relieved to know that this remains the case with the TITAN Evo. As someone who’s spent the past twelve months complaining about lower back pain while neglecting to do anything about it until now, this chair’s built-in 4-way lumbar support has finally given me some relief. 

When it comes to lower back support, not all chairs are made equal, and while your office/gaming chair isn’t going to cure your problems, a product like this one is likely to help, especially if you’re someone who sits still for long periods of time. The design of this chair motivates me to sit up straight while I work or play games in 2026 without becoming fatigued. As someone who has settled for $50 chairs on Amazon for the past few years, I can attest that this is a game-changer – although not one without a price.

Depending on size, the Secretlab TITAN can cost upwards of $579. Luxury chairs cost more, of course, and you’d be hard-pressed to find similar value in this price bracket, but it’s certainly an outlay.

Sitting pretty

In terms of design, the TITAN Evo nails it, as Secretlab usually does when it comes to style. I opted for the Cookies and Cream pattern, which mostly just looks grey at a distance, but when viewed up close, immediately becomes more nuanced. Whether you’re attending Zoom meetings or entertaining guests, this chair is likely to be commented on and complimented. 

However, unlike darker designs, this one tends to show even the smallest amount of dirt. Therefore, if you have a stubborn house cat who insists on napping on the chair, consider covering it with a blanket when not in use. That’s what we’ve had to do, but at least this serves as a ringing endorsement of the chair’s comfort. Dexter is picky about his slumber spots.

If you’re someone who likes to eat at your desk, then we’d preach extreme caution. One ketchup stain on this bad boy, and it is likely to be with you forever. So if that sounds like something you’re liable to do, then perhaps consider a different design than Cookies and Cream. You have been warned, although Secretlab does offer an array of ‘skins’ that cover the chair in alternative designs.

The Cookies and Cream design was perfect for our setup, though. Some gaming chairs can look out of place and jarring in a traditional home office, but this one blends in with the rest of the decor and doesn’t appear to be exclusive to a dedicated gaming space. This is unlike the previous gaming chairs I’ve owned, which would not work in such an environment and were relegated to rooms where only gamers would venture. 

Putting it all together

Assembly can be daunting at first (there’s a lot in this box), but I found following the instructions to be simple, and the chair didn’t have many fiddly bits to contend with. So those who dread building furniture out of a box, as I do, need not worry. Disposing of all the packaging was arguably a bigger challenge than the assembly – I’m not kidding when I say the box itself took over the entire living room. 

The magnetic memory foam head pillow was the icing on the cake and is oddly satisfying to attach and remove, as are the smooth and ergonomic 4D armrests. We’re slightly disappointed that the chair doesn’t come with a smaller pillow for the lower back area (like the OSIM uThrone); however, this is easily resolved by simply adding a cushion or buying Secretlab’s own model. However, if truth be told, even those who suffer from back pain may not need it, as the TITAN Evo already offers ample support. At its rather steep price, it remains one of the best gaming chairs money can buy. 

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References

1. Gaming Chair Features (SecretLab)