TechGamingGaming AccessoriesQuersus ICOS review: office chair or gaming throne? Both.T3 reviews the Quersus ICOS, a velvet-covered gaming chair disguised as an office chairWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)T3 VerdictAll in all, the Quersus ICOS is a superb chair with very few niggles that are more than forgivable. Certainly recommended for those who dare to be different and need a comfortable office chair for gaming, streaming or general computer work.Reasons to buy+Subtle styling with plenty of colour options available+Quality materials used+Durable, stain-resistant fabric+Easy to assembleReasons to avoid-Medium-firm foam might not be to everyone’s taste-Velvety cover might not be ideal in warm weather-Headrest is a bit wobblyWhy you can trust T3Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you.Find out more about how we test.
TechGamingGaming AccessoriesQuersus ICOS review: office chair or gaming throne? Both.T3 reviews the Quersus ICOS, a velvet-covered gaming chair disguised as an office chairWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)T3 VerdictAll in all, the Quersus ICOS is a superb chair with very few niggles that are more than forgivable. Certainly recommended for those who dare to be different and need a comfortable office chair for gaming, streaming or general computer work.Reasons to buy+Subtle styling with plenty of colour options available+Quality materials used+Durable, stain-resistant fabric+Easy to assembleReasons to avoid-Medium-firm foam might not be to everyone’s taste-Velvety cover might not be ideal in warm weather-Headrest is a bit wobblyWhy you can trust T3Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you.Find out more about how we test.
T3 reviews the Quersus ICOS, a velvet-covered gaming chair disguised as an office chair
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(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)T3 VerdictAll in all, the Quersus ICOS is a superb chair with very few niggles that are more than forgivable. Certainly recommended for those who dare to be different and need a comfortable office chair for gaming, streaming or general computer work.Reasons to buy+Subtle styling with plenty of colour options available+Quality materials used+Durable, stain-resistant fabric+Easy to assembleReasons to avoid-Medium-firm foam might not be to everyone’s taste-Velvety cover might not be ideal in warm weather-Headrest is a bit wobbly
(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
T3 VerdictAll in all, the Quersus ICOS is a superb chair with very few niggles that are more than forgivable. Certainly recommended for those who dare to be different and need a comfortable office chair for gaming, streaming or general computer work.Reasons to buy+Subtle styling with plenty of colour options available+Quality materials used+Durable, stain-resistant fabric+Easy to assembleReasons to avoid-Medium-firm foam might not be to everyone’s taste-Velvety cover might not be ideal in warm weather-Headrest is a bit wobbly
T3 VerdictAll in all, the Quersus ICOS is a superb chair with very few niggles that are more than forgivable. Certainly recommended for those who dare to be different and need a comfortable office chair for gaming, streaming or general computer work.
T3 Verdict
All in all, the Quersus ICOS is a superb chair with very few niggles that are more than forgivable. Certainly recommended for those who dare to be different and need a comfortable office chair for gaming, streaming or general computer work.
Reasons to buy+Subtle styling with plenty of colour options available+Quality materials used+Durable, stain-resistant fabric+Easy to assembleReasons to avoid-Medium-firm foam might not be to everyone’s taste-Velvety cover might not be ideal in warm weather-Headrest is a bit wobbly
Reasons to buy+Subtle styling with plenty of colour options available+Quality materials used+Durable, stain-resistant fabric+Easy to assemble
Subtle styling with plenty of colour options available
Quality materials used
Durable, stain-resistant fabric
Easy to assemble
Reasons to avoid-Medium-firm foam might not be to everyone’s taste-Velvety cover might not be ideal in warm weather-Headrest is a bit wobbly
Medium-firm foam might not be to everyone’s taste
Velvety cover might not be ideal in warm weather
Headrest is a bit wobbly
Why you can trust T3Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you.Find out more about how we test.
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I often pass up gaming chair review opportunities, as I generally find them too over-the-top aesthetically. However, when my colleague Sam asked the team if anyone would be interested in reviewing a velvet gaming chair, my interest was piqued immediately. Fast forward a few weeks, and here I sit in one of the most comfortable gaming/office chairs, the Quersus ICOS, writing this review.
What makes the Quersus ICOS one of thebest gaming chairsisn’t its velvetiness, though. If anything, the unique fabric might deter people, especially if you’re of a sweaty kind. No, the Quersus ICOS is a top-tier chair because it’s ergonomic, looks swell, and actually looks kind of like a juiced-up office chair, which, in this context, is a good thing.
Read my full Quersus ICOS review below to find out why everyone should consider this chair as their next gaming room upgrade.
Quersus ICOS review
Quersus ICOS review: price and availability
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(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
New for 2023, the updated ICOS chair is available to buy directly fromQuersusfor a recommended retail price of €699 (approx. £610/ $743/ AU$ 1,155). This is for the ICOS 1.2 chair, which has a hydrophobic and animal-friendly fabric finish. Quersus currently only ships with the EU (and the UK) within 3-5 working days from receipt of payment.
At the time of writing this review, the ICOS 1.2 chair was on offer, selling for only €549 (approx. £479/ $584/ AU$ 907).
The whacky colourways include Beige Rabbit, Pink Flamingo, Silver Cat, Grey Mouse, Yellow Canary, Black Panther, Blue Parrot and Brown Dog.
Quersus ICOS review: specifications
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(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
Quersus ICOS review: packaging and setup
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(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
The Quersus ICOS comes in what surely is one of the most nicely packed boxes I’ve ever seen. While it certainly appeals to my OCD, the well-thought-out packaging also reduces waste and is better for the environment, as the smaller parcel produces less CO2 during shipping. And, yes, it’s pretty satisfying to look at and unpack.
Once you open the box, you’re presented with a huge card that shows the assembled chair – probably to whet your appetite even more. Flip the card over, and you’ll be presented with simple yet easy-to-understand instructions on how to build your new chair. The sheet is pretty straightforward, and thanks to the aforementioned packing system, it’s almost impossible to get stuck with the assembly.
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(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
The only minor issue I had when putting the chair together was when I reached the second polystyrene layer, I realised the arms of the chairs were tucked under almost all the layers. The only way to get them out of the box was to tip it over, which spoiled my perfect unboxing/building experience.
The Quersus ICOS is relatively heavy at 27 kg, and there is one point, when the chair is half assembled, where it would be ideal if someone could hold the thing while you tighten the screws. Otherwise, I’d say if you’ve ever put together IKEA furniture, you shouldn’t have any issues assembling your new Quersus ICOS.
Quersus ICOS review: features and perfomance
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(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
The other reason I went with this colour is because it’s one of the ICOS 1.2 options, one that features a water-repellent and animal-friendly fabric cover. It’s soft but feels resilient enough to withstand some manhandling. Plus, the velvety finish helps stains and liquids roll off the chair more easily. And, you know, it’s vervet, so it looks pretty swanky, too.
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(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
To explain, unlike cheap gaming and office chairs that pivot the whole seat when you lean back, the Quersus ICOS' seat slides back while the backrest tilts. This lets you maintain your balance, thanks to your feet not leaving the ground during recline. The motion itself requires a bit of a push on your part, so it’s unlikely you’d accidentally fall back.
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(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
The large headrest is a nice touch, perfect for people with large heads, such as myself. The backrest, much like the seat, is firm but comfortable and cradles my back just right. The level of lumbar support is sadly not adjustable, so if you need a chair that literally digs into your lower back, the Quersus ICOS isn’t the one for you.
Otherwise, Quersus ICOS is a superb gaming seat that doubles as an office chair. Based on my experience, your back and underside will feel fresh as a daisy even after hours of sitting around. (Although I’d recommend getting up at least a little bit at least once every hour, really.)
Quersus ICOS review: verdict
(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
The two features that attracted me to the Quersus ICOS were the colour options and the velvetiness of the fabric, but what made me stay were the premium feel and the superb ergonomics office/gaming chair. I love it when products dare to be versatile enough to offer more than one functionality, and the ICOS does this perfectly.
The firmness of the foam is an acquired taste, but you’ll be rewarded with long-term comfort and durability. And while some might think that the velvet finish would make you sweaty, here in the UK, where the temperature is around 10-12 degrees Celsius all year around, you certainly won’t have that issue.
All in all, the Quersus ICOS is a superb chair with very few niggles that are more than forgivable. Certainly recommended for those who dare to be different and need a comfortable office chair for gaming, streaming or general computer work.
Quersus ICOS review: also consider
A worthy alternative would be our number one choice of gaming chairs, the Titan Evo. SecretLab has rolled its existing Titan and Omega chairs together into a single offering that delivers the best of both while also evolving the gaming chair product in a bunch of small but smart and refined ways. Read Rob’s exquisiteSecretLab Titan Evo review.
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