Branch Daily Chair vs Steelcase Series 1

Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.

Branch

Branch Daily Chair

$259 – $319

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

$290

lower starting price for Branch Daily Chair than Steelcase Series 1 at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Branch Daily ChairSteelcase Series 1

Price: $259 – $319$549 – $750
Seat height: 17–21 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: 19 in15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Load capacity: 225 lb (102 kg)400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)
Recline: Tilt range: 20°; tilt and tilt tensionWeight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline
Arms: Armrest height 26"-29"; removable armrests4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless
Lumbar support: Light lumbar supportAdjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)
Warranty: 5-year warrantyLimited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

Which is cheaper, the Branch Daily Chair or the Steelcase Series 1?

The Branch Daily Chair is cheaper to start: $259 versus $549 for the Steelcase Series 1 at the brand stores (Oct 2026).