Autonomous ErgoChair Core vs Steelcase Series 1

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Steelcase Series 1

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

$250

lower starting price for Autonomous ErgoChair Core than Steelcase Series 1 at the brand stores

Autonomous ErgoChair CoreSteelcase Series 1
Price
$299$549 – $750
Seat height
20–23.8 in16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 14.75–17.75 in (37.5-45.1 cm); 17.25–22 in (43.8-55.9 cm)
Seat depth
18.5–20.5 in15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Load capacity
242.5 lb400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)
Recline
40°Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline
Arms
3D4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless
Headrest
yesOptional headrest; adjusts 3.25" vertically
Warranty
2 yearsLimited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

Questions

Which is cheaper, the Autonomous ErgoChair Core or the Steelcase Series 1?

The Autonomous ErgoChair Core is cheaper to start: $299 versus $549 for the Steelcase Series 1 at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Autonomous ErgoChair Core as standard and the Steelcase Series 1 as an option.

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