FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) vs Steelcase Series 1

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FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5)

FlexiSpot

FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5)

$249.99 – $279.99

VS
Steelcase Series 1

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

$299.01

lower starting price for FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) than Steelcase Series 1 at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5)Steelcase Series 1
Price
$249.99 – $279.99$549 – $750
Seat height
17.9–20.9 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
18.7 in15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Load capacity
300 lb400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)
Recline
95–115°Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline
Arms
2D4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless
Headrest
2DOptional headrest; adjusts 3.25" vertically
Lumbar support
2DAdjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)
Warranty
5 yearsLimited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

Questions

Which is cheaper, the FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) or the Steelcase Series 1?

The FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) is cheaper to start: $249.99 versus $549 for the Steelcase Series 1 at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) as standard and the Steelcase Series 1 as an option.

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