Looking for a gaming chair that goes beyond the ordinary? The AutoFull M6 Ultra brings heating, cooling, and massage features to the table – but is it worth the premium price?
The gaming chair market has honestly gotten pretty stale lately. Most chairs follow the same racing-style formula with minor variations in color and materials. That’s what makes the AutoFull M6 Ultra so refreshing – it’s one of the most unique gaming chairs I’ve ever tested.
On the surface, it looks like your typical racing-style gaming chair, but what really makes it special is the fact that it comes packed with heating, cooling, and massage features that you simply won’t find on any other gaming chair on the market.
Coming in at $799 (though it often goes on sale for around $569), the M6 Ultra is positioned as a premium gaming chair that’s trying to do something completely different. After using it as my daily driver for several months, I’ll break down everything you need to know about whether this innovative chair is worth the investment.
Design Overview: Racing Style Meets Innovation
For the most part, the AutoFull M6 Ultra follows the familiar racing-style gaming chair aesthetic. You can immediately tell it’s a higher-end gaming chair, comparable to something like a Secretlab or AndaSeat in terms of overall appearance and presence.
What sets it apart are the unique design elements that support its special features:
- Adaptive lumbar support system that actually works
- Attached headrest pillow with multiple adjustment points
- Built-in retractable footrest for lounging
- Control buttons integrated into the seat for heating, cooling, and massage functions
- Perforated seat design that isn’t just for looks – these holes allow for proper airflow and are essential for the heating and ventilation features
Color Options and Aesthetics
The M6 Ultra comes in two color choices: black and white. While you don’t get nearly the variety of options compared to Secretlab’s extensive lineup, I personally appreciate the choices they offer. Both colorways have that “gaming” look but aren’t too gaudy or over-the-top.
I tested the black version, which features attractive gold accents that really elevate the overall appearance. The design definitely pops in a gaming setup and looks great in that environment, but I personally wouldn’t use it in a corporate setting since it would stand out quite a bit.
The main design limitation: It would be nice if AutoFull offered a fabric option like Secretlab does, which tends to be more understated and would fit in virtually any setup, whether gaming or professional home office.
Build Quality and Materials: Solid Construction with Room for Improvement
When it comes to materials and build quality, the M6 Ultra is quite solid and definitely in line with higher-end racing-style gaming chairs like Secretlab and AndaSeat, though there are some distinctions worth noting.
Materials and Construction
The chair uses a 6-piece aluminum base that you assemble during setup (rather than Secretlab’s single-piece aluminum base). It only comes in a PU leather option with no fabric choice like you’ll find on other premium gaming chairs.
The PU leather quality is impressive – it feels soft and durable, pretty close to Secretlab’s Hybrid Leatherette material. Maybe slightly inferior, but not by much. It’s definitely not as luxurious as the Secretlab NanoGen Edition, which is worth mentioning since this AutoFull chair technically retails for $800.
Durability and Weight Capacity
Overall, the chair feels incredibly solid. I haven’t experienced issues with creaking or wobbling, and it’s rated for a hefty 396-pound weight capacity – definitely on the heavy side and a testament to its robust construction.
Build Quality Verdict: Secretlab probably has a slight edge in terms of materials and build quality – things like cleaner stitching and components fitting together more precisely. But functionally, they’re very similar, and the AutoFull chair more than compensates with its extra features and superior adjustability.
Comfort: Exceptional Seat, Outstanding Lumbar Support
This is where the M6 Ultra really shines. It’s genuinely one of the most comfortable gaming chairs I’ve tested, addressing many of the common pain points I have with racing-style chairs.
Seat Comfort
The seat strikes an excellent balance – I’d describe it as medium-firm with good give, yet it remains supportive throughout long sessions. This is a night-and-day difference compared to other premium gaming chairs like Secretlab, where the rock-hard seat often caused numbness after a few hours.
Key seat features:
- No bottoming out even during extended use
- Spacious design that ditches the restrictive bucket seat with pronounced side bolsters
- Flat, well-padded surface that allows you to sit cross-legged comfortably
- Perforated design for better breathability (plus it’s essential for the cooling feature)
One minor note: If you press down at the right angle, you can feel the heating mechanisms under the seat. I don’t notice it during normal sitting, but occasionally feel it when shifting positions or sitting with one leg crossed.
Backrest and Revolutionary Lumbar Support
The AutoFull M6 Ultra features what they call “Dynamic Tracking Lumbar Support,” and this addresses the main issue I have with most racing-style gaming chairs – the completely flat backrest design.
Most gaming chairs use either a lumbar pillow or basic built-in adjustable lumbar support, but it’s usually not enough to provide proper back support like you’d get from a quality ergonomic office chair with an S-curve design.
The Dynamic Tracking Lumbar Support bridges the gap between racing-style gaming chairs and ergonomic office chairs, and it does a really impressive job:
- Excellent back support when sitting upright
- Depth adjustment via a side tab (though it’s quite pronounced even when fully retracted)
- Height adjustment knob for finding your perfect sweet spot
- Accommodates users from 5’4″ to 6’5″
Important consideration: The lumbar support does push you slightly forward in the chair, which means your upper back and shoulders don’t make as much contact with the upper backrest while sitting upright. You also lose some seat depth, which might matter if you have longer legs.
Side bolster limitation: Like most racing-style chairs, the side bolsters somewhat trap you in place and prevent side-to-side shifting, though this isn’t unique to the M6 Ultra.
Headrest: Best-in-Class Implementation
This might be my favorite headrest implementation in any gaming chair – even better than Secretlab’s magnetic headrest pillow.
What makes it exceptional:
- Memory foam construction wrapped in breathable, elastic, neoprene-like material
- Both height and depth adjustment (uncommon for headrest pillows)
- Foldable sides that cradle your neck for better support
- Ratcheting depth adjustment with multiple click positions
- Superior position retention compared to magnetic alternatives
The headrest remains comfortable whether you’re sitting upright or reclining, and the depth adjustment makes it much more usable during normal work sessions.
Adjustability: Industry-Leading Customization
The M6 Ultra offers some of the most comprehensive adjustability I’ve seen on any gaming chair, though it comes with trade-offs.
Armrest Adjustability (Exceptional)
The armrests are incredibly versatile with:
- Height adjustment
- Depth adjustment
- 360-degree rotation for both arms and arm pads
- 20-degree upward tilt (particularly useful for mobile device or controller use)
- Complete rotation out of the way when not needed
The range of motion on each adjustment is excellent, allowing you to position the armrests in virtually any configuration you can imagine.
Trade-offs: With this many adjustment points, the rotation mechanisms can be somewhat loose, making it easy to accidentally bump them out of position. There can also be some play and wobble at certain settings, but this is expected with such extensive adjustability.
The arm pads themselves are decent – they have some give but aren’t the softest I’ve experienced. They’re certainly adequate and get the job done.
Recline Function (Major Weakness)
This is probably the chair’s biggest shortcoming. The M6 Ultra uses a center tilt mechanism – something typically found in budget chairs under $100, not premium gaming chairs approaching $800.
The problem: It’s extremely difficult to tilt back while the backrest is upright due to the pivot point being directly under the seat’s center. Most high-end gaming chairs use a knee-tilt mechanism that moves the pivot point forward, creating smoother rocking motion.
Partial redemption: You can still use the independent backrest recline (up to 160 degrees) by pulling the right-side lever, which is how most people use gaming chair recline anyway. When you combine the independent recline with the tilt mechanism, you can achieve a nearly flat position for lounging or napping.
Recline trade-off with lumbar support: When fully reclined, the lumbar support can feel awkward as it hits you in the wrong spot. Most gaming chairs have completely flat backrests that work better for extreme recline positions. Personally, I think the lumbar support trade-off is worth it since you’ll be sitting upright most of the time anyway.
Built-in Footrest
The M6 Ultra includes probably the best footrest I’ve used on a gaming chair. It features good padding all around, and I don’t feel edges digging into my legs. It feels sturdy and is perfect for lounging sessions.
Special Features: Heating, Cooling, and Massage
Now let’s discuss what truly sets the AutoFull M6 Ultra apart – the heating, cooling, and massage features that you won’t find on any other gaming chair currently available.
Power and Setup
Everything runs via USB power with no built-in battery. There’s a dedicated pouch on the chair’s back designed to hold an external battery pack, which is clearly the intended use case.
Minor quirk: In my experience, if the chair sits idle without using any features, it stops drawing power. When this happens, you need to unplug and replug the battery to reactivate it. This happens pretty much every session and is mildly annoying, but definitely not a deal-breaker.
Heating Function
The heating feature works well and provides comfortable warmth during colder months or in air-conditioned environments. The controls are easily accessible via the seat-mounted buttons, and the heat distribution feels even across the contact points.
Cooling Function
The ventilation system does provide noticeable airflow through the perforated design. While it’s not going to replace air conditioning, it does help with breathability and can make a difference during longer gaming sessions, especially in warmer environments.
Massage Feature
The massage function is powered by vibration motors located in the lumbar support area. Unfortunately, this is probably the least impressive of the three special features. The massage feels fairly basic and isn’t particularly therapeutic – more of a novelty than a truly useful feature.
Value Analysis: Premium Price for Unique Features
At $799 MSRP, the M6 Ultra is definitely positioned as a premium gaming chair. Here’s how to think about the value proposition:
At Full Price ($799)
You’re primarily paying for the novelty and innovation of the heating, cooling, and massage features. If you’re not particularly interested in these unique capabilities, you’re probably better off with a proven option like a Secretlab chair that might offer better core value.
At Sale Price (~$569)
This is where the M6 Ultra becomes compelling. At this price point, it’s directly competitive with the Secretlab Titan Evo while offering all the additional features and superior adjustability. The value proposition becomes much stronger.
Warranty and Policies
- 3-year standard warranty (extendable to 5 years through their online store if you subscribe to updates and leave a public review)
- 30-day return policy for testing all features
- Frequent sales that can significantly improve the value equation
Note: I’m not a fan of the warranty extension hoops – they should just offer the full 5 years upfront like some competitors do.
Bottom Line: Who Should Buy the AutoFull M6 Ultra?
You should consider the M6 Ultra if:
- You want the most unique gaming chair currently available
- Heating, cooling, and massage features appeal to you
- You prioritize exceptional adjustability and lumbar support
- You can get it at the sale price (~$569)
- You spend long hours at your desk and want maximum comfort
You should skip the M6 Ultra if:
- You don’t care about the special features and want pure value
- You need a chair for professional/corporate environments
- The center-tilt mechanism is a deal-breaker for you
- You prefer fabric upholstery options
Final Verdict: The AutoFull M6 Ultra is genuinely one of the most comfortable gaming chairs I’ve tested, with industry-leading adjustability and unique features you won’t find anywhere else. While the full MSRP is steep, it becomes an excellent value when on sale. If you’re looking for something different in the gaming chair space and can appreciate its innovative features, the M6 Ultra delivers a premium experience that stands out in an otherwise stagnant market.
This review is based on several months of daily use. AutoFull provided the chair for testing, but this review represents my honest, unsponsored opinions after extensive real-world testing.