Steelcase Series 1 vs Anthros Chair

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

Anthros

Anthros Chair

From $1,949

$1,400

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 1 than Anthros Chair at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1Anthros Chair

Price: $549 – $750From $1,949
Seat height: 16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 14.75–17.75 in (37.5-45.1 cm); 17.25–22 in (43.8-55.9 cm)17.1–20.7 in (5-spoke swivel base); 17.9–21.1 in (4-spoke fixed base)
Seat depth: 15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)15.2–18.3 in (38.7–46.6 cm (official cm))
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)300 lb (136 kg)
Recline: Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineDecompress Mode tilt: 0°–16°; five tilt options – three locked positions (Active −2°, Standard 1°, Decompress 5°) and two unlocked (Free-Float, Full Decompress to 16°)
Arms: 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless4D Arms (option) or No Arms; the arms adjust in height, width, depth and angle; Arm height 7.7–11.8 in; arm width (outside) 24.75–27 in
Headrest: Optional headrest; adjusts 3.25" verticallyNo headrest / head support
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)Precision Posture System: independently adjustable Upper Back + Lower Back Pelvis Support (no conventional lumbar pad)
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor12-year limited warranty (components and workmanship, from date of purchase; original purchaser; non-transferable)

From 5 Steelcase Series 1 and 16 Anthros Chair user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 1 or the Anthros Chair?

The Steelcase Series 1 is cheaper to start: $549 versus $1,949 for the Anthros Chair at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Only the Steelcase Series 1 (as an option); the Anthros Chair does not offer one.

What do owners mention most?

Adjustability for the Steelcase Series 1, and price and value for the Anthros Chair, based on review summaries.