Steelcase Amia vs X-Chair X3

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 X3

$979

125 lb

higher rated load for Steelcase Amia than X-Chair X3 (official specs)

Differences at a glance

Steelcase AmiaX-Chair X3

Price: $1,099 – $1,511$979
Seat height: 16–21 in17.69–22 in
Seat depth: 15.5–18.5 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 18.5 in16.75–19.25 in
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg)275 lb (125 kg)
Recline: Seat-to-back angle 100°–120°SciFloat Infinite Recline + Tilt Lock and Tension allows you to recline and lock into position or increase tension in your recline motion for more fluid movement.
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 5.875in - 8.875in
Headrest: None listed among official optionsOptional add-on (standard configuration: No headrest; Headrest +$115)
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 X3?

The X-Chair X3 is cheaper to start: $979 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 X3.

Which has a headrest?

Only the X-Chair X3 (as an option); the Steelcase Amia does not offer one.

What do owners mention most?

Price and value for the Steelcase Amia, and comfort for the X-Chair X3, based on review summaries.