Steelcase Series 1 vs Branch Daily 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 Daily Chair

$259 – $319

$290

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

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1Branch Daily Chair

Price: $549 – $750$259 – $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)17–21 in
Seat depth: 15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)19 in
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)225 lb (102 kg)
Recline: Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineTilt range: 20°; tilt and tilt tension
Arms: 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armlessArmrest height 26"-29"; removable armrests
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)Light lumbar support
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor5-year warranty

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

The Branch Daily Chair is cheaper to start: $259 versus $549 for the Steelcase Series 1 at the brand stores (Sep 2026).