Haworth Soji vs Steelcase Series 1

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

Haworth Soji

Haworth

Haworth Soji

$545

VS
Steelcase Series 1

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

Nearly the same price

$545 vs $549 starting prices at the brand stores (Haworth Soji vs Steelcase Series 1)

Haworth SojiSteelcase Series 1
Price
$545$549 – $750
Seat height
16.4–21 in (41.7–53.3 cm)16.5–21.5 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
16.25–18.75 in (41.3–47.6 cm)15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Load capacity
350 lb (158.8 kg)400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)
Recline
Tilt tension control; back lock; optional forward tilt by 5°Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline
Arms
Fixed arms, height-adjustable arms, 4D arms, and armless options available4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless
Lumbar support
Optional lumbar adjustment for personalized support within a 3.5" rangeAdjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)
Warranty
12 year warrantyLimited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

What users mention

From 8 Haworth Soji and 5 Steelcase Series 1 user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

  • Price and value

    Haworth Soji14 mentions
    Steelcase Series 18 mentions
  • Seat

    Haworth Soji10 mentions
    Steelcase Series 14 mentions
  • Adjustability

    Haworth Soji6 mentions
    Steelcase Series 18 mentions
  • Armrests

    Haworth Soji3 mentions
    Steelcase Series 16 mentions
  • Build quality

    Haworth Soji6 mentions
    Steelcase Series 12 mentions
  • Size and fit

    Haworth Soji5 mentions
    Steelcase Series 11 mention

Questions

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Soji or the Steelcase Series 1?

The Haworth Soji is cheaper to start: $545 versus $549 for the Steelcase Series 1 at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Price and value for the Haworth Soji, and adjustability for the Steelcase Series 1, based on review summaries.

Swap in a similar chair

More comparisons