Steelcase Series 1 vs Allsteel Acuity

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

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

Allsteel

Allsteel Acuity

$2,655 – $6,192

$2,106

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 1 than Allsteel Acuity at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1Allsteel Acuity

Price: $549 – $750$2,655 – $6,192
Recline: Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineWeight-activated mechanism synchronizes seat and back movements; slide control locks, tightens and loosens the tilt
Arms: 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless8-way adjustable arms
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)AcuFit mesh carrier provides continuous support from shoulders to lumbar
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and laborLimited Lifetime Warranty; 12 years on seating controls, pneumatic cylinders, glides, casters, arm caps, foam

From 5 Steelcase Series 1 and 10 Allsteel Acuity user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 1 or the Allsteel Acuity?

The Steelcase Series 1 is cheaper to start: $549 versus $2,655 for the Allsteel Acuity at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Adjustability for the Steelcase Series 1, and adjustability for the Allsteel Acuity, based on review summaries.