Steelcase Amia vs X-Chair X1

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

X-Chair

X-Chair X1

$729

$370

lower starting price for X-Chair X1 than Steelcase Amia at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase AmiaX-Chair X1

Price: $1,099 – $1,511$729
Seat height: 16–21 in15.56–19.75 in
Seat depth: 15.5–18.5 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 18.5 in16–18 in
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg)275 lb (125 kg)
Recline: Seat-to-back angle 100°–120°Extensive Variable Recline allows you to recline and lock into position. Recline tension can be adjusted using one tension-resistant control.
Arms: Standard 4-dimensional arm support; options: height-adjustable arms, armless4-Dimensional armrests come standard (up, down, side-to-side, front-to-back); option to upgrade to FS 360 rotational armrests; Armrest Height 7.125in - 10.625in
Headrest: None listed among official optionsOptional add-on (standard configuration: No headrest; Headrest +$60)
Lumbar support: Standard height-adjustable lumbar included with Amia and Amia Air with 3D Microknit backDynamic Variable Lumbar (DVL)® Support; height adjustable backrest raises the DVL®
Warranty: Steelcase Limited Lifetime Warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor5 years (all parts and materials); 15 years (non-moving metal components, chair frame)

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Amia or the X-Chair X1?

The X-Chair X1 is cheaper to start: $729 versus $1,099 for the Steelcase Amia at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

The Steelcase Amia, rated for 400 lb versus 275 lb for the X-Chair X1.

Which has a headrest?

Only the X-Chair X1 (as an option); the Steelcase Amia does not offer one.

What do owners mention most?

Price and value for the Steelcase Amia, and price and value for the X-Chair X1, based on review summaries.