KI Impress vs Steelcase Series 1

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

KI Impress

$965 – $1,197

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

$416

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 1 than KI Impress at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

KI ImpressSteelcase Series 1

Price: $965 – $1,197$549 – $750
Seat height: 17.75–22.25 in (45.1–56.5 cm); 16.75–19.5 in (42.5–49.5 cm); 20.5–26.75 in (52.1–67.9 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: 18 in (45.7 cm)15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Recline: Free-floating back; chair back angle approximate range of 24 degreesWeight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline
Arms: Available with 4D arm, adjustable T-arm, or fixed loop arm4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless
Warranty: LifetimeLimited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

Which is cheaper, the KI Impress or the Steelcase Series 1?

The Steelcase Series 1 is cheaper to start: $549 versus $965 for the KI Impress at the brand stores (Sep 2026).