Athena Pro V1-Black

Blacklyte

Athena Pro V1-Black

50 positive 0 neutral 9 negative

Based on 59 Reddit mentions

$429.99

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Has anyone noticed a weird bump in the upper back of the Blacklyte Athena Pro?

Update for you. After using that backpad for about a week, I think it is a workable solution. However, I got to try the Kraken Pro, and for me, it was a night-and-day difference. The adaptive air lumbar is significantly more comfortable and supportive, and I can tell the chair's construction is diff

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alexarck in r/gamingchairs

July 29, 2025 2:48 AM

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Blacklyte over Secretlab?

I find both brands to have a backrest as hard as a wooden plank! They are both so uncomfortable. I bought a Blacklyte Athena Pro hoping it would be comfier, but that was a big mistake. I would rather buy an Anda Kaiser or go full ergonomic from now, the likes of Fractal Design Refine.

BartVonDoom in r/secretlab

October 26, 2025 8:23 PM

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Any thoughts on Blacklyte Athena chairs?

I really want people to know what they are getting into buying their products. I tried to give that Athena Pro chair a chance; I really tried big time. But it really wasn’t worth it! My original review was a 2-star one because the seat is incredibly HARD, especially for your back! The backrest is ro

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BartVonDoom in r/gamingchairs

October 27, 2025 10:52 PM

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