Autonomous ErgoChair Mesh vs Steelcase Series 1

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Steelcase Series 1

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

$50

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

Autonomous ErgoChair MeshSteelcase Series 1
Price
$499$549 – $750
Seat height
18.5–21.5 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
18–20 in15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Load capacity
300 lb400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)
Recline
22°; 5 lockable positionsWeight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline
Headrest
yesOptional headrest; adjusts 3.25" vertically
Lumbar support
flexible lumbar supportAdjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)
Warranty
lifetimeLimited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

Questions

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

The Autonomous ErgoChair Mesh is cheaper to start: $499 versus $549 for the Steelcase Series 1 at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

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

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