Herman Miller Setu vs Steelcase Series 1

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

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Setu

$945 – $1,370

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

$396

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 1 than Herman Miller Setu at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Herman Miller SetuSteelcase Series 1

Price: $945 – $1,370$549 – $750
Seat height: 15.5–20 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)
Load capacity: 300 lb400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)
Arms: ribbon arms or armless4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless
Warranty: 12 yearsLimited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

Which is cheaper, the Herman Miller Setu or the Steelcase Series 1?

The Steelcase Series 1 is cheaper to start: $549 versus $945 for the Herman Miller Setu at the brand stores (Oct 2026).