Steelcase Amia vs Humanscale Liberty

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

Steelcase

Steelcase Amia

$1,099 – $1,511

Humanscale

Humanscale Liberty

$1,613 – $2,326

$514

lower starting price for Steelcase Amia than Humanscale Liberty at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase AmiaHumanscale Liberty

Price: $1,099 – $1,511$1,613 – $2,326
Seat height: 16–21 in16.6–20.9 in (42.2–53.1 cm)
Seat depth: 15.5–18.5 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 18.5 in16.5–18.75 in (41.9–47.6 cm)
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg)400 lb (181.4 kg)
Recline: Seat-to-back angle 100°–120°Self-Adjusting Recline: no tension springs, no recline locks
Arms: Standard 4-dimensional arm support; options: height-adjustable arms, armlessOptions: Fixed Duron Arms, Adjustable Duron Arms, Advanced Duron Arms, Armless, Fixed Duron Gel Arms
Lumbar support: Standard height-adjustable lumbar included with Amia and Amia Air with 3D Microknit backSelf-adjusting lumbar support; no external lumbar devices
Warranty: Steelcase Limited Lifetime Warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor15 Years; Fabric/Cushions/Arm Pads/Casters: 5 Years

From 67 Steelcase Amia and 7 Humanscale Liberty user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Amia or the Humanscale Liberty?

The Steelcase Amia is cheaper to start: $1,099 versus $1,613 for the Humanscale Liberty at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

Neither. Both are rated for 400 lb in their official specifications.

What do owners mention most?

Price and value for the Steelcase Amia, and comfort for the Humanscale Liberty, based on review summaries.