HBADA E3 Ultra vs Steelcase Series 1

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

HBADA

HBADA E3 Ultra

$809

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

$260

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 1 than HBADA E3 Ultra at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

HBADA E3 UltraSteelcase Series 1

Price: $809$549 – $750
Seat depth: 1.97" seat-depth adjustment (HBADA does not publish the seat-depth range)15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Load capacity: 330 lb400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)
Recline: Reclines up to 140° with multiple locking positionsWeight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline
Arms: 720° Omni-Mechanical Armrests: 360° pad rotation and body swivel4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless
Headrest: 4D Biaxial Adjustable Headrest: frame rotation 70°, tilt and rotation 70°, up/down 1.8", forward/backward 2.2"Optional headrest; adjusts 3.25" vertically
Lumbar support: 3-Zone Elastic Lumbar Support: wings rotate 40°, 14° dynamic support, 1" front/back, 1.6" up/downAdjustable 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

Which is cheaper, the HBADA E3 Ultra or the Steelcase Series 1?

The Steelcase Series 1 is cheaper to start: $549 versus $809 for the HBADA E3 Ultra at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the HBADA E3 Ultra as standard and the Steelcase Series 1 as an option.