KI Signia vs Steelcase Series 1

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

KI Signia

$930 – $1,076

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

$381

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

Differences at a glance

KI SigniaSteelcase Series 1

Price: $930 – $1,076$549 – $750
Seat height: 17.5–22 in (44.5–55.9 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: 17–20 in (43.2–50.8 cm)15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Recline: Five-position back travel limiter provides up to 27 degrees of reclineWeight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline
Arms: Armless, fixed reverse cantilever conference arms, 1D adjustable arms, or 4D adjustable arms4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless
Lumbar support: Optional lumbar support with 2.5" of vertical adjustmentAdjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)
Warranty: LifetimeLimited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

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

The Steelcase Series 1 is cheaper to start: $549 versus $930 for the KI Signia at the brand stores (Sep 2026).