Interstuhl Pure Active vs Steelcase Series 1

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

Interstuhl

Interstuhl Pure Active

€755 – €799

≈ $860 – $910

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

Differences at a glance

Interstuhl Pure ActiveSteelcase Series 1

Price: €755 – €799$549 – $750
Seat height: 430–535 mm (16.9–21.1 in); low: 385 - 445 mm (15.2–17.5 in); high: 450 - 580 mm (17.7–22.8 in)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: 460 mm (18.1 in)15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Load capacity: 120 kg (265 lb)400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)
Recline: Smart Spring technology: material flexibility in the upper backrest of up to 22 degrees to each side; lateral range of movement of up to 26 degrees on the seat; forward movements of up to 12 degreesWeight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline
Arms: T-armrests, rigid; 4D T-armrests, adjustable height/width/depth, rotatable (options)4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless
Warranty: 10-year warrantyLimited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

From 1 Interstuhl Pure Active and 5 Steelcase Series 1 user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

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