Steelcase Series 1 vs Branch Conference 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

Branch

Branch Conference Chair

$319

$230

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

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1Branch Conference Chair

Price: $549 – $750$319
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)17.7–21.7 in
Seat depth: 15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)17.9 in
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)250 lb
Recline: Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline10° tilt range
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor5 years

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 1 or the Branch Conference Chair?

The Branch Conference Chair is cheaper to start: $319 versus $549 for the Steelcase Series 1 at the brand stores (Sep 2026).