If you want to bring multiple devices back to life at once, the UGreen Nexode Pro 65W Charger could be a good fit for you. This charger has three ports – two of which are USB-C and the other USB-A – and boasts a maximum total power output of 65W.
That 65W will likely be enough to access fast-charging on your handset, even with all three slots in use. That’s because the USB-C Port 1 has a solid maximum output of 45W when triple charging, with the other two able to provide up to 15W. If you’re hoping to get top charging speeds on three particularly power-hungry devices, though, this may not be quite enough power. Thankfully, there are stronger alternatives, like the Anker Prime 100W GaN Wall Charger (3 Ports), which boasts a higher total power output.
Actual charging performance is strong here, though. To test charging speed, I plugged the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE into USB-C Port 1, the Soundcore Space One Pro into USB-C Port 2 and the LG Tone Free T90S into the USB-A slot. Even with all three ports in use, the Samsung phone was able to go from 0% - 100% in the expected timeframe of approximately 80 minutes – that’s what you’d expect from some of the best iPhone chargers and best Android phone chargers.
On top of that, this charger is pretty small in size – it doesn’t protrude too far out of a socket – ideal if you’re working with a tight space. That’s in part, thanks to the use of GaN technology, which offers improved energy efficiency and a more compact build than typical silicon chargers. One issue I did have design-wise, however, is that the plug’s prongs are not foldable. So, if you want to slip the charger into your pocket, you may feel the prongs poking into your side – that’s not ideal. In addition, the look of the UGreen Nexode Pro 65W is perhaps not the prettiest. The main body of the charger is an attractive silver cuboid, but the adapter on the front appears somewhat shoehorned on – resulting in a slightly awkward look.
Overall, though, this is still a solid quality, fast-charging plug. OK, its list price of $55.99 / £44.99 (about AU$85) is admittedly quite steep – especially given the very similar, but non-GaN Anker 335 Charger (67W) is just $35.99 / £36.99 (about AU$55) and it comes with a USB-C to USB-C cable. But again, the UGreen Nexode Pro 65W 3-Port Charger will almost certainly please you performance-wise – just don’t expect class-leading value or design.
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UGreen Nexode Pro 65W 3-Port Charger review: Price & specs
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Should I buy the UGreen Nexode Pro 65W 3-Port Charger?
Buy it if…
You want to charge multiple devices at once This charger has three ports so you could charge your phone, laptop and tablet all at once – or any devices you have for that matter. With a total power output of 67W, you should have more than enough to access fast-charging on most modern handsets, even if you’re juicing up another two devices alongside it.
You want to use USB-A and USB-C cables A lot of smartphones in the last few years have come with USB-A to USB-C charging cables. If you still want to make use of yours rather than being confined to USB-C to USB-C alternatives alone, this is an option worth considering.
Don't buy it if…
You want ultimate portability Although the actual charger is pleasingly compact – in part thanks to the use of GaN technology – its prongs aren’t foldable. That’s not ideal if you want to slip the charger into your pocket, as the prongs can poke into you. Thankfully, there are tons of chargers from UGreen itself, Anker, and many more that opt for a foldable design – far more practical and portable in my view.
You’re on a tight budget If you want a triple-port charger but don’t want to spend quite so much, fear not – there are some other strong alternative options out there. For instance, the Anker 335 Charger (67W) has a list price of $35.99 / £36.99 (about AU$55) but offers a slightly higher maximum power output and the same port configuration (2x USB-C; 1x USB-A). More on this below…
UGreen Nexode Pro 65W 3-Port Charger: Also consider
Anker 335 Charger (67W) If you’re looking for a cheaper option that still packs a decent amount of power, the Anker 335 Charger (67W) could be a better option for you. You get three charging ports, but also a USB-C to USB-C cable and foldable prongs – adding a lot of value. This doesn’t use GaN technology, so it’s not as hi-tech or small-bodied as the UGreen Nexode Pro 65W, though. Read our full Anker 335 Charger (67W) review.
A spicy new leak just came out of fpt.'s latest YouTube video revealing major changes to the iOS 19 Camera app and potentially a major shift for the OS. The Camera app will become much cleaner with fewer distractions around the viewfinder but also integrate some of the settings that are currently available outside the app, like resolution and frame rate control during video recording. That's something Android got right from the very beginning and it will finally happen in iOS 19.
The video doesn't show the actual redesign because fpt. doesn't want to expose its sources within Apple....
The Yeedi C12 Combo is an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink solution to vacuuming. The base station matches that of the Yeedi C12 Pro Plus, but with the more basic, mopless C12 robot vacuum, along with a cordless stick vacuum that can also mop, and accessories that can be added to the cordless vacuum for use as a handheld. It's quite the all-in-one tool.
The idea is fairly unique at time of writing, and its execution is perfectly decent but not amazing – don't expect the bot's performance to match that of the best robot vacuums nor the manual stick vac to be as powerful as today's best cordless vacuums.
Both the robot vacuum and stick vacuum have plenty of suction to do the job, and the robot vacuum's mapping and object avoidance are good. Mopping is also fine, although I don't love the way it's implemented here – the way the mop attachment fits on the wand makes the vacuum harder to push, and the mop pad takes a while to soak through properly. Perhaps more of an issue is that the mopping is manual at all, especially because most modern robovacs (even cheap ones) tend include an automatic mopping function. I also had a few niggles with the build quality: the latch that connects the handheld portion of the stick vacuum to the telescopic tube doesn't seem to work well.
However, none of these compromises are deal-breakers for me. Thanks to the relatively affordable price, its shortcomings are worth overlooking considering the savings you'll make compared to purchasing each vacuum type individually. That's the short version; read on for my full Yeedi C12 Combo review.
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Yeedi C12 Combo review: price & availability
Launched: September 2024
List price: $699.99 / (about £560 / AU$1,110)
Available: US only
The Yeedi C12 Combo launched in September 2024 and is only currently available in the US.
For a price tag of $699.99 / (about £560 / AU$1,110), you're getting quite a lot with the Yeedi C12 Combo. For that price, you're getting a robot vacuum (albeit a fairly basic one with no mopping capabilities), a cordless stick vacuum that can also mop, and comes with accessory tools to use as a handheld, and a base station that auto-empties the dust cups of both vacuums.
TechRadar's price bands are different for manual and robotic vacuums. For a manual vacuum the mid-range is $250-$500 (above that is premium, below is budget), whereas for robovacs mid-range is $400-$800. Considering you're getting two appliances included here, it's averaging out at very decent value for money – it averages out at mid-range or budget for both parts.
At time of writing, the closest that I've seen to the Yeedi C12 Combo all-in-one system is the Ecovacs Deebot T30S Combo, which has a much higher MSRP of $1,199.99 / AU$2,299 (about £950), and only has a handheld vacuum as opposed to a stick vacuum. For that, there is the Ecovacs Deebot T30S Combo Complete for $200 more. Since we haven't reviewed that configuration, I can't speak to how good the stick vacuum is, but it's worth highlighting that it's double the price of the Yeedi C12 Combo reviewed here.
Now, most people already have a vacuum of some sort in their home, so an all-in-one system might not be as appealing. That is, unless you really want everything you clean up to auto-empty into the same place to only be emptied into the trash every couple months. If you already have a stick or upright vacuum that you like, the Yeedi C12 Pro Plus might serve you better. It's priced just a little lower at $599.99 (about £470 / AU$900) and allows for the robot vacuum to handle the mopping.
Value for money score: 4 out of 5
Yeedi C12 Combo specs
Yeedi C12 Combo review: design
Robot vacuum relatively basic in design (no mopping)
Manual vacuum comprises telescopic wand, handheld vacuum, mop and other attachments
Large base station docks both parts, and auto-empties the bins of both
The Yeedi C12 Combo comes in all black except for some splashes of red, most notably the HEPA filters visible through the clear dustbins in the base station and stick vacuum, and the silver telescopic tube of the stick vacuum. It's attractive and a bit more striking than most robot vacuum setups.
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Both the stick vacuum and robot vacuum auto-empty into the somewhat sizable base station, which has to be pretty big as it also cradles the handheld portion of the stick vacuum as well as hiding the accessory tools in a compartment below it. (In fact, the dock dustbin is relatively small, compared to the market standard.) My only real complaint with the dock design is that the tools compartment doesn't clip back into place all that easily when putting the accessory tools back.
The (smallish) dustbin in the dock contains a HEPA filter (Image credit: Future)
The robot vacuum itself is fairly basic. It has one side brush and a v-shaped anti-tangle brushroll with a lid held on magnetically to hide a pairing button and the small dustbin inside. It's probably the most basic part of this whole thing. There are three uncovered buttons visible through the lid: return home, power, and XXX. All basic stuff.
As far as the cordless stick vacuum goes, it's composed of two major components. The telescopic tube and the handheld vacuum. The telescopic wand and the floorhead are attached as one piece – this is a little unusual; generally you'd be able to swap detail tools onto the end of a stick vacuum's wand for cleaning up high. It's worth noting that the floorhead, which has a v-shaped brushroll like the robot vacuum, features headlamps to illuminate dirt and debris in front of it.
Headlights help illuminate dirt on the floor (Image credit: Future)
This cordless stick vacuum transforms into a mop – albeit in a much simpler way than most of today's best wet-dry vacuums. The attachment for mopping goes under the vac's wheels and covers them so you have to push a little harder to move the vacuum. The attachment is a small clean water reservoir with a mop pad that attaches via velcro to the bottom of it that needs to be dampened before use.
The mop attachment (shown) clips on top of the stick vac's floorhead (Image credit: Future)
The telescopic tube, which clips into the side of the base station when the handheld is sitting in the base station to empty and charge, has one glaring issue and that's the fact that the latch to connect or remove the tube from the handheld feels very flimsy. It doesn't clip very easily into place when placing the handheld into it, and it doesn't easily disengage when pressed to pull the handheld out.
On the bright side, the two accessory tools clip in nicely. And since the handheld portion of the stick vacuum isn't too heavy, using it to clean higher-up areas or upholstery is not fatiguing.
Design score: 3.5 out of 5
Yeedi C12 Combo review: performance
Robot vacuum has powerful suction
Robot vacuum is loud in operation
Stick vacuum is powerful, but has some issues with mopping
I was surprised to find that the robot vacuum portion of the Yeedi C12 Combo did not do mopping – most robovacs these days have mopping abilities; even the cheap ones. While there's a lot going on with this all-in-one package, robo-mopping is definitely a crucial feature when striving for convenience.
That said, the robot vacuum does a fairly good job at what it's tasked to do. It has quite good suction as I was able to test with some cereal, granulated sugar, and flour, which it mostly scooped up in one pass (there was a little residual sugar left over). After all, it does have a powerful 10,000Pa of suction on tap.
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I tested the robovac on different sized particles (Image credit: Future)
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There was a little flour left after the first pass (Image credit: Future)
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Pickup on carpet was decent (Image credit: Future)
The robovac's object avoidance is decent as well; it danced around most objects fairly deftly. I'm hesitant to say it's amazing since there were instances, mainly with the dog dishes, where the vacuum would push something around for a second before backing off and going around. However, it didn't get stuck on anything other than cables (the regular enemy of robot vacuums).
The robovac avoided most obstacles (Image credit: Future)
The robovac's brushroll is anti-tangle, so I didn't have to worry about hair getting wrapped around it. Strangely, the robot vacuum is really quite loud in operation at the highest setting (there are three), measuring a whopping 68 dB.
Stick vacuum
Moving on to the stick vacuum. This also has three settings, and performed well in TechRadar's suction tests. I did the same cereal, sugar, flour test with it and got everything up in one go. And it was easy to move around and use without the mopping attachment.
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The stick vac picked up all of this in one pass (Image credit: Future)
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Maneuverability is good (Image credit: Future)
Overall, I'm not a huge fan of the way the mopping is implemented here. With the mopping attachment, the manual vacuum requires a bit more pushing as the main two wheels are covered by the attachment. You also have to wet the mop pad before use, so that the water soaks through efficiently.
Unsurprisingly at this price, there's no automatic washing and drying of the mop pad, as you'll find on pricier hybrid robovac docks. That means you'll need to remember to clean it or you'll end up with a moldy mop pad, and by extension, potentially also moldy smelling floors.
Regarding the actual performance of the mopping attachment, it did seem a little streaky with the first few pushes, so I had to do a second pass on the first areas that I cleaned. But once I got going, it did a decent job of mopping.
Lastly, I do want to mention that both the robot vacuum and stick vacuum did well on carpet, especially the latter which I only needed to do one pass around the litter box to clean up some escaped litter.
Performance score: 4 out of 5
Yeedi C12 Combo review: app
Mapping is easy to edit
App is straightforward and easy to use
Somewhat limited features
When I reviewed my first Yeedi product, I had issues with the company's app in regards to limitations on map editing. That's no longer the case. From accurately mapping my space to allowing me to divide and combine rooms the way I need, I find the current app straightforward and hassle-free. It can even save up to three maps.
In fact, I would describe the whole app that way. It's easy to navigate and manipulate. Not only can I schedule cleanings, but I can create the order in which rooms are addressed. Of course, the reason it's so easy to use is partly because the robot vacuum itself is somewhat basic. There's no voice assistant support, so you won't be connecting this to Alexa or Google Home, for instance. And since there's no mopping capability on the robot vacuum, you don't have to deal with any of the related controls that pop up in the app on those models.
App score: 4 out of 5
Should you buy the Yeedi C12 Combo?
Buy it if...
You want an all-in-one vacuuming system
There aren't many of these around and certainly not at this price. If you want to be able to turn on a robot vacuum and use a stick vacuum that self-empty into the same place, then this is for you.
You want to manually mop
The mopping attachment for the stick vacuum allows a lot of control over mopping your floors in a way that's more convenient than traditional mops.
You want powerful suction
Both the robot vacuum and stick vacuum have quite a bit of power and are able to suck up all sorts of dirt and debris with ease.
Don't buy it if...
You want unparalleled quality
While the Yeedi C12 Combo is nice, it comes with some compromises to meet its price point. If you want the best possible robot vacuum, there are better options out there, even from Yeedi.
You want robot vacuum mopping
Having hands-off mopping is a very nice and convenient feature. If that's important to you, you won't find it here and will have to look elsewhere.
Yeedi C12 Combo review: alternatives to consider
Ecovacs Deebot T30S Combo
It might be more expensive, but the Ecovacs Deebot T30S Combo is an upgrade of sorts. Not only does it do a great job vacuuming and mopping – it has that extendable mop pad to get edges – but it also comes with a handheld vacuum for some extra deep or spot cleaning prowess.
The Yeedi C12 Pro Plus is simultaneously more pared down than its big brother reviewed here and more feature-filled as the robot vacuum has mopping capabilities. It's not the best with edges, but it's good with hair. It's also slightly cheaper.
To test the Yeedi C12 Combo, I used it for a week to vacuum and mop the hardwood floors and a bath mat (to simulate carpeting) in my house. I ran TechRadar's standard suction tests, using fine debris and bigger debris. I also tested all the features listed in the app, particularly its mapping. I took note of how well the vacuum cleaned the edges of a room as well as around obstacles.
The Philips Hue Play Light Bar (sold individually, or in packs or two or three) is a lozenge-shaped smart light that creates a similar effect to a Philips Ambilight TV, extending the colors from the edges of your screen and washing the area behind with matching light to make your movies, TV shows, and games more immersive. They're flexible, easy to use, and a lot of fun.
The general impact is similar, but the Philips Hue Play Light Bars have some key advantages over both Ambilight TVs and the best Ambilight alternatives such as Nanoleaf 4D. First, you're not limited to positioning them directly behind your TV, although you can do that if you wish. You can also place them above, below, or to the sides, and you can position them quite far away if you have enough space.
This means you have a lot more flexibility when designing your lighting system. You can even use them together with a Hue Play Gradient Light Strip if you want to create a really dramatic home cinema experience with synced lighting that floods the entire room.
Color reproduction with the Philips Hue Play Bars is excellent, even with subtle tones (Image credit: Future)
The Hue Play Bars connect wirelessly to a Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box, which means they don't suffer the same problems as lighting systems such as Nanolead 4D that use a camera to monitor and reproduce the colors on your screen. There's none of the lag you might get with a camera-based system, and they're not affected by reflections.
In fact, color reproduction is super impressive – as you can see in the image below, where the bar on the left has reproduced the exact shade on the tablecloth, and the one on the right has taken more of an average value factoring in the gray color of the presenter's sleeve.
They also reproduce natural shades and skin tones very well, and colors shift smoothly, which avoids creating a distraction.
Connecting to your TV via HDMI means there are none of the issues you can experience with kits that use a camera to monitor and replicate colors from the screen (Image credit: Future)
Each light has a plastic stand that allows you to position it vertically or horizontally using a hex screwdriver or Allen wrench. You can also mount them on the wall using adhesive pads; however, if you do this, you'll probably want to hide the cables using trunking or by running them through the wall. The lights connect to the Sync Box wirelessly, but they're not battery-powered.
The Light Bars are available in black and white, so you can choose whichever blends in best with your decor. My borrowed review units were black, but if I was buying them for my own home, white would be the better option.
The lights come with mounts that let you position them horizontally or vertically, but you can also attach them to the wall, the back of your TV, or just lie them down on a shelf or TV stand (Image credit: Future)
The main disadvantage of the Philips Hue Play Bars is that they require a Philips Hue Bridge to control them via the mobile app, plus a Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box for synchronizing lighting with your TV, which adds to the price substantially if you don't already own them. The Bridge costs around $60 / £60 / AU$75 if bought alone, and Sync Boxes start at $250 / $230 / AU$500 for the 4K version. The Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 8K released in 2024 costs even more.
Without these, you'll only be able to use the Play Bars as you would any ordinary lights via the Philips Hue Bluetooth app. This will let you turn them on and off, and change their color manually, but nothing else.
If you have the Bridge and Sync Box, setting up the bars in the Philips Hue app is a piece of cake. Just plug in the power supply (which supports up to three Play Bar lights), set the Hue app to search for them, and they will be identified automatically, ready to be added to your room.
When you're not using your TV, you can use the Play Bars like any other Hue lamp, setting their colors individually, or incorporating them into Scenes. When it's time to enjoy a movie or game, just tap the Sync button in the app.
The Light Bars come in black and white, so you can choose whichever fits best with your decor (white would have been a better match here) (Image credit: Future)
For those who already have a Hue setup, the Play Bars are a versatile and fun addition that can make your home cinema setup even more immersive. They're not the best entry point into the Hue system, since you'll only get the full experience with the Hue Bridge and Sync Box, but if you want to expand an existing system, they're a great option.
Philips Hue Play Light Bar: specs
Philips Hue Play Light Bar: price and availability
The Philips Hue Play Light Bar is available individually, or in packs of two or three. As with most Philips Hue products, you can also find them bundled with other lights and accessories, such as the Hue Bridge, which may be significantly cheaper than buying each component separately.
The Sync Box is the most expensive part of a Philips Hue Play setup. If you already have one (and a Play Gradient Light Strip) then the Light Bars are a pretty reasonably priced addition that will really give your home cinema a wow-factor.
You want a totally flexible lighting system
The beauty of the Light Bars (other than their excellent color accuracy) is that you can position them pretty much anywhere, allowing you to adapt your lighting setup to suit your home.
Don't buy it if
You don't have any Philips Hue products already
Unless you really love the idea of the Play Light Bars (which you might), this will be an expensive entry into the Hue ecosystem. The lights themselves might not break the bank, but the HDMI Sync Box is a serious investment, particularly if you want the 8K model.
Philips Hue Play Light Bar: also consider
Not sure about the Philips Hue Play Light Bar? Here are two other ambient lighting options that are worth considering.
Nanoleaf 4D
Nanoleaf 4D is one of the most affordable alternatives to Philips Ambilight, and at CES 2025 the company announced a new version of the system that doesn't require fitting awkward corner brackets to your TV.
Govee's budget-friendly lighting system does a good job in dark conditions, although its camera will pick up light from any source near your TV, not just the screen itself, so daytime viewing isn't as good.
I tested a pair of Philips Hue Play Light Bars, using them as part of a larger Hue lighting system including ceiling-fitted bulbs, an HDMI Sync Box, and Hue Bridge. I used them to sync content from my TV, and as standalone smart lights that I controlled via the Google Home app.
I used the lights with a wide variety of media, but to avoid copyright infringement, all the images in this review show videos from TechRadar's own YouTube channel.
The Realme GT 7 Pro arrived in Europe with a launch discount of €200, but after that was over, the price jumped. Now it’s down to almost that same level again with a €180 discount. This phone gives you early access to Snapdragon 8 Elite performance and packs premium features like a gently curved 6.78” LTPO OLED display (1264p+, 120Hz, 10-bit colors) and an IP68/IP69 rating.
This model doesn’t skimp on the cameras either with a 50MP main (1/1.56” sensor, f/1.8 lens with OIS), a 50MP 73mm telephoto module (3x magnification, f/2.7 lens with OIS) and an 8MP ultra-wide. The battery is huge at...
The Realme GT 7 Pro arrived in Europe with a launch discount of €200, but after that was over, the price jumped. Now it’s down to almost that same level again with a €180 discount. This phone gives you early access to Snapdragon 8 Elite performance and packs premium features like a gently curved 6.78” LTPO OLED display (1264p+, 120Hz, 10-bit colors) and an IP68/IP69 rating.
This model doesn’t skimp on the cameras either with a 50MP main (1/1.56” sensor, f/1.8 lens with OIS), a 50MP 73mm telephoto module (3x magnification, f/2.7 lens with OIS) and an 8MP ultra-wide. The battery is huge at...
Despite the US Supreme Court upholding the TikTok ban unless it's sold to a US-based private investor, TikTok has decided to go dark after Sunday, January 19. In an official statement, the company pointed to the political uncertainty as the main reason for shutting down its service in the US.
The statement itself is pretty short and criticizes the Biden Administration for not providing a definitive statement on how the issue would be resolved and TikTok's future in the country. Essentially, there are no guarantees that the future Trump Administration wouldn't try to do the same, so it...
The AndaSeat Luna keeps things simple with a limited feature set and low price, making it a tempting prospect from one of the rising stars in the gaming chair space.
While its appearance won’t amaze you, it looks smart enough to be suitable for work and play. Various colorways are available, but all remain reasonably understated with a monochromatic palette and just a few dashes of color on the accents. The PVC leatherette isn’t as soft or as breathable as some of the best gaming chair materials, but it’s comfortable all the same and feels quite durable.
Unboxing and assembling the AndaSeat Luna is easy enough. I managed to put it together quickly with the help of one other person, although it could be built solo if required, as it’s relatively light compared to other gaming chairs.
It’s comfortable to sit in, and the height adjustments on the large variant I tested are broad enough to accommodate many gamers. It also reclines to 160 degrees, typical of many chairs in this class.
However, it does lack some useful adjustments, such as a tilt function and built-in lumbar support, though I found the included lumbar cushion to be sufficient. It also misses out on 4D arms: they only move up and down, with very limited lateral adjustment that’s only possible depending on at which point you screw in the bolts. There’s no way to rotate the armrests, either.
The seat itself is a little firm, but I didn’t have an issue with it. It has a slight upward tilt, which runs counter to the ergonomic preference for a downwards incline, but personally, it’s a style I prefer.
One notable flaw in the design is that the back wheels tend to lift off the ground when you shuffle forward, particularly on floors with grip, which can be disconcerting.
Another area where the engineering lets the AndaSeat Luna down is the recline lever. I found it would get stuck without locking in its correct place, and when it did, it felt unnatural, as if parts of the mechanism were rubbing against each other.
However, this is a chair with a low price in the UK (it's currently not available in the US), so some design flaws and limited adjustments are to be expected. If you're specifically on the hunt for the most comfortable gaming chair, then you'd probably be better served by AndaSeat’s Kaiser range.
If you’re keen to stick to this price point, then the Corsair TC100 Relaxed is a better pick, and for those who are willing to spend more, the Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 is still our favorite gaming chair overall.
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AndaSeat Luna gaming chair: Price and availability
£179 (about $228 / AU$356)
Not available in the US
Low end of the price range
The AndaSeat Luna costs £179 (about $228 / AU$356) and is available now in the UK and certain parts of Europe and Asia, but not the US or Australia. It comes in various colorways, though most are black overall with colored accents. A fabric version is also available for the same price. A lumbar cushion and head pillow are included.
At this price, it’s cheaper than many of the main players in the space. The Secretlab Titan Evo 2022 – our pick as the best gaming chair around – costs considerably more, with starting prices north of $500 and certain variants priced much higher. However, the Titan Evo is our number one choice for good reason: the incredible build quality, feature set, and comfort levels are superb. What’s more, the brand frequently offers savings via its website.
In the more budget-friendly realm, the Corsair TC100 Relaxed is our pick as the best gaming chair for those who don’t want to part with ungodly sums. It’s only marginally more than the AndaSeat Luna, but it offers tremendous levels of comfort for the price, and the large weight and height accommodations are welcome too.
AndaSeat Luna gaming chair: Specs
AndaSeat Luna gaming chair: Design and aesthetics
Basic but smart looks
Durable, if cheap, materials
Some design flaws
The AndaSeat Luna adopts a very familiar bucket seat design, although it’s less hemmed in than some other gaming chairs. It’s unlikely to turn heads, but it looks smart enough to pass as an office chair, especially in the total black variant I tested.
Other colorways are available to liven up appearances but the selection is limited, with many adopting the same black base, with just a few colored accents around the sides of the seat and backrest.
On closer inspection, it’s clear to see where AndaSeat has saved money. The wheelbase, for instance, is plastic, and there’s no built-in lumbar support. A simple cushion is provided, but annoyingly, it falls forward every time you get up, so you have to prop it back up when you sit down again. Also, the head pillow is attached to the chair via a strap rather than magnetically, which is common on more premium gaming chairs and helps keep it more secure.
The PVC finish of the AndaSeat Luna isn’t the softest, and it’s far from the most breathable. However, it is quite thick and seems to be quite durable. The armrests have very little padding but are smooth to the touch and I found them comfortable enough to use. They slope downwards at the front, which helps to prevent aches and pains on the forearms, and they’re stable with very little wobble.
One of the more worrying design flaws of the AndaSeat Luna, though, is its tendency to tilt forward with its back wheels in the air when moving forward if your floor has any amount of grip to it. I suspect this is due to the top-heavy nature of the design since that plastic wheelbase is quite light.
The reclining lever is another point of complaint, as it can get stuck before it fully locks into position. This is most bothersome when reclining the backrest to its widest 160-degree angle, where the tension peaks. Clicking it into its locked position can also feel clunky – as if parts of the mechanism are rubbing against each other due to misalignment, which may cause wear over time.
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AndaSeat Luna gaming chair: Comfort and Adjustability
Firm but comfortable seat
Lumbar cushion included
Lacking adjustments
Sitting in the AndaSeat Luna is mostly a comfortable experience. The seat is a little on the firm side, especially towards the rear, but I generally prefer this style. It’s possible the seat cushion may soften over time.
It’s angled upwards very slightly – again a style I prefer – although ergonomists will tell you it’s better to have a declining seat angle to improve blood flow to the legs. Regardless, the angle certainly isn’t steep enough to feel as if you’re squatting in it.
You’ll find some of the typical gaming chair adjustments on the AndaSeat Luna, including height adjustments and a recline function, sending the backrest all the way to 160 degrees. However, it misses out on others, such as the aforementioned lack of built-in lumbar support. The provided lumbar cushion is on the firmer side, which may irk some users, but I found it to be perfectly adequate support. However, since it isn’t height adjustable, it might not fit other users quite so well.
There’s no tilt function on the AndaSeat Luna either, so there’s no ability to rock back and forth as more fidgety gamers might like to do. Most disappointing of all, though, are the arms, which only go up and down, lacking any rotation or inward adjustments at all.
The long, oval slots for fixing the arms to the seat base do allow for some lateral adjustments, but I found that even when positioned as close to the chair as possible, the armrests still weren’t close enough to my body, forcing me to spread my arms wider than I would’ve liked.
This is also bad for ergonomics. I found this splayed arm position naturally inclined me to hoist my shoulders upwards, which, as someone who suffers from mild neck and shoulder pain already, is far from ideal.
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AndaSeat Luna gaming chair: Assembly
Putting the AndaSeat Luna together was straightforward and I didn’t encounter any difficulties. Every fixture and fitting is clearly labeled, and there’s little manual labor involved compared to building other gaming chairs.
The wheels click in easily enough, and the provided Allan keys were sufficient to get the job done quite quickly. The occasional bolt was a little stiff to screw in, but nothing that a bit of coaxing couldn’t fix. No part is overly heavy either, which makes the process even easier.
It was a two-person job, but I reckon it could be assembled by one person without much trouble. The only tricky part would be attaching the backrest to the seat base – the hardest part of assembling any gaming chair – as it requires holding the seat in the exact position to line up the bolt holes. But other than this, the rest of the build is simple.
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Should you buy the AndaSeat Luna gaming chair?
Buy it if...
You want something simple and easy Assembling the AndaSeat Luna was a cinch, and the sparse nature of the chair means it’s easy to use.
You’re on a budget For less than £200, the AndaSeat Luna is cheaper than many other gaming chairs, and yet the comfort levels are still reasonable.
Don't buy it...
You want plenty of adjustments There’s no tilt function or built-in lumbar support, and the armrests are particularly limited, with only vertical adjustments.
You want the best build quality The sticking recline lever and wheel lift-off when shuffling forward are hard design faults to ignore.
AndaSeat Luna gaming chair: Also consider
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Corsair TC100 Relaxed Our pick as the best gaming chair for those on a budget, the TC100 Relaxed costs only slightly more than the AndaSeat Luna. It looks good and is comfortable to sit in. We did find corners were cut on the quality of various parts, but we think it’s better than other gaming chairs at this price point. Also, unlike the AndaSeat Luna, the armrests have lateral adjustments.
I tested the AndaSeat Luna for several days, during which time I used it for gaming and work. I unboxed and assembled the chair with the help of one other person.
During my time with it, I made sure to make every adjustment possible, from tweaking the arm height to reclining the backrest as far as it would go.
I have been PC gaming for over 10 years, and during that time I have experienced and tested various office and gaming chairs, including renowned examples such as the Steelcase Leap, Secretlab Omega, and Secretlab Titan.
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