Steelcase Amia vs KI Altus

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

KI Altus

$881 – $1,516

$218

lower starting price for KI Altus than Steelcase Amia at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase AmiaKI Altus

Price: $1,099 – $1,511$881 – $1,516
Seat height: 16–21 in17–21.75 in (43.2–55.2 cm); 16.25–20.75 in (41.3–52.7 cm)
Seat depth: 15.5–18.5 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 18.5 in17.25–19.75 in (43.8–50.2 cm); 15.5–18 in (39.4–45.7 cm)
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg)supports up to 400 pounds
Arms: Standard 4-dimensional arm support; options: height-adjustable arms, armlessAdjustable arms, fixed arms, or armless
Headrest: None listed among official optionsHeadrest available (Mesh Task / Fabric Task Headrest Adjustable Armchair)
Lumbar support: Standard height-adjustable lumbar included with Amia and Amia Air with 3D Microknit backMesh chair: optional adjustable lumbar (height and depth); fabric chair: automatic lumbar support
Warranty: Steelcase Limited Lifetime Warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and laborLifetime

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Amia or the KI Altus?

The KI Altus is cheaper to start: $881 versus $1,099 for the Steelcase Amia at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Only the KI Altus (as standard); the Steelcase Amia does not offer one.

What do owners mention most?

Price and value for the Steelcase Amia, and back support for the KI Altus, based on review summaries.