Okamura Sylphy vs Steelcase Series 1

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

Okamura

Okamura Sylphy

From ¥106,040

≈ $680

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

Differences at a glance

Okamura SylphySteelcase Series 1

Price: From ¥106,040$549 – $750
Recline: Back-seat synchro recline with forward tilt: 23° upright to reclined, 10° upright to forward; locks in 4 positionsWeight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline
Arms: Adjustable arms: 100 mm height; arm pad 50 mm front-back, 20° inward, 20° outward4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless
Headrest: Adjustable headrest: 100 mm height, 35° angleOptional headrest; adjusts 3.25" vertically
Lumbar support: Lumbar support (mesh back): height adjusts over 60 mmAdjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)
Warranty: Structure 8 years (purchases from Jan 5, 2021); mechanisms and moving parts 2 years; exterior and surface finish 1 yearLimited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

From 2 Okamura Sylphy and 5 Steelcase Series 1 user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Okamura Sylphy as standard and the Steelcase Series 1 as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Okamura Sylphy, and adjustability for the Steelcase Series 1, based on review summaries.