Steelcase Series 1 vs FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5)

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Steelcase Series 1

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

VS
FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5)

FlexiSpot

FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5)

$249.99 – $279.99

$299.01

lower starting price for FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) than Steelcase Series 1 at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5)
Price
$549 – $750$249.99 – $279.99
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)17.9–20.9 in
Seat depth
15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)18.7 in
Load capacity
400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)300 lb
Recline
Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline95–115°
Arms
4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless2D
Headrest
Optional headrest; adjusts 3.25" vertically2D
Lumbar support
Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)2D
Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor5 years

Questions

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 1 or the FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5)?

The FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) is cheaper to start: $249.99 versus $549 for the Steelcase Series 1 at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Steelcase Series 1 as an option and the FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) as standard.

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