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Retro Bar Stool vs Arcade1Up Marvel X-Men Arcade Stool

The Retro Bar Stool is the sturdier, simpler pick: a fixed 24-inch steel stool with a vinyl swivel seat and a footrest, built for one seat height. The Arcade1Up Marvel X-Men stool adjusts from about 21.5 to 29.5 inches and has foam padding, so it fits more counter and cabinet heights and is easier on long sits. Owners of fixed stools like the Retro praise the solid steel frame and swivel; adjustable stools like the Arcade1Up are liked for flexibility but can wobble at the top of their range.

  • Choose the Retro Bar Stool if you want one fixed seat height, a wipe-clean vinyl seat and a swivel for a game room or arcade cabinet.
  • Choose the Arcade1Up Marvel X-Men Arcade Stool if you need an adjustable seat that matches different counter or cabinet heights and prefer foam padding.

Prices

  • Retro Bar Stool: $139.00 at Polycade (checked today)
  • Arcade1Up Marvel X-Men Arcade Stool: $89.99 at Amazon (last seen Oct 30)
  • Difference: the Arcade1Up Marvel X-Men Arcade Stool is $49.01 cheaper than the Retro Bar Stool at the latest prices (Oct 30 and Nov 10)
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Retro Bar Stool

Retro Bar Stool

$139.00at PolycadeChecked 6 h ago
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Pros
  • Fixed 24-inch height suits standard counters and arcade cabinets
  • Vinyl seat is easy to wipe down
  • Swivel seat and built-in footrest
  • Simple four-leg steel frame
Cons
  • No height adjustment
  • Vinyl can feel firm and sticky on bare legs
  • Assembly required
Arcade1Up
Arcade1Up Marvel X-Men Arcade Stool

Arcade1Up Marvel X-Men Arcade Stool

$89.99at AmazonChecked Oct 30
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Pros
  • Adjustable height covers a wide range of counters and cabinets
  • Foam padding is comfortable for longer sits
  • Chrome-plated steel frame
  • Compact footprint
Cons
  • No swivel or footrest listed
  • Adjustable column can feel less solid at full height
  • Graphic print limits where it fits decoratively

What separates them

Retro Bar StoolArcade1Up Marvel X-Men Arcade Stool
Seat heightFixed at 24 inAdjusts from about 21.5 to 29.5 in
Seat materialVinyl, wipes cleanHigh-density foam padding with a graphic cover
SwivelYesNot listed
FootrestIncludedNot listed
FrameSteel, 4 legsSteel with chrome-plated finish
AssemblyRequiredNot stated
Footprint16-3/4 in squareAbout 34.3 cm (13.5 in) square
StyleRetro arcade lookMarvel X-Men graphic print

Price history

$279.95$89.99
Oct 30Nov 10
  • Retro Bar Stool: lowest $232.00 on Nov 10 at Affordable Seating.
  • Arcade1Up Marvel X-Men Arcade Stool: lowest $89.99 on Oct 30 at Amazon.

Prices at every store

Retro Bar Stool

  • PolycadeNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $139.00Checked 6 h ago
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  • American ChairsNew

    In stock

    $279.95+ $95.18 shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • Affordable SeatingNew

    In stock

    $232.00+ $230.00 shippingChecked 6 h ago
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Arcade1Up Marvel X-Men Arcade Stool

  • AmazonNew

    Availability unknown

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    $89.99Checked Oct 30
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  • eBayPre-owned

    Availability unknownSold by stylestop! (100% positive, 2,400 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $199.00+ $35.00 shippingChecked Nov 9
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Specs compared

SpecRetro Bar StoolArcade1Up Marvel X-Men Arcade Stool
Seat Width14-1/4 in34.3 cm
Seat Height24 inAdjusts from approx. 54 cm to 75 cm
Frame MaterialSteelSteel
Seat MaterialVinylHigh-density foam padding
Overall Width16-3/4 in—
Overall Depth16-3/4 in—
Overall Height24 in—
Seat Depth14-1/4 in—
Base Type4 Legged—
Swivel SeatYes—
Footrest IncludedYes—
Assembly RequiredYes—
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SpecRetro Bar StoolArcade1Up Marvel X-Men Arcade Stool
Seating Type—Stool
Seating Style—Stool
Height—Adjusts from 21.5 to 29.5
Depth—34.29 CM
Width—34.29 CM
Wicker—No
Finish—Chrome-plated
Color—Golden
Style—Street Fighter themed, Graphic print stool
Cushion—Yes

Questions and answers

Which is better for an arcade cabinet?
The Retro Bar Stool is the closer match: its fixed 24-inch seat and footrest suit standard cabinet heights, and the swivel helps getting in and out. The Arcade1Up stool works too if your cabinet sits higher or lower than usual, since it adjusts.
Which is more comfortable for long sessions?
The Arcade1Up stool, because of its high-density foam padding. The Retro's vinyl seat is firmer and better for short sessions or easy cleaning.
Which lasts longer?
Both use steel frames, so durability comes down to the seat and the height mechanism. The Retro has fewer moving parts; the Arcade1Up's adjustable column is the part most likely to loosen over time.
Is the Arcade1Up stool worth stepping up to?
Step up if you need adjustable height or padded seating, or if you want the Marvel X-Men graphic. Stay with the Retro if you want a swivel and footrest at one fixed height.
Do either swivel?
Only the Retro Bar Stool lists a swivel seat. The Arcade1Up stool's listing does not mention swivel.
Will the Arcade1Up stool fit under a standard counter?
Yes. At its lowest setting of about 21.5 inches it tucks under most counters, and it rises to about 29.5 inches for taller bars.

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Weight
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5.7 kg
Storage—No
Typical Users—ADULT
Table Included—No