Steelcase Series 1 vs Herman Miller Embody

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

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Embody

$2,230 – $2,705

$1,681

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 1 than Herman Miller Embody at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1Herman Miller Embody

Price: $549 – $750$2,230 – $2,705
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)16–20.5 in (standard); 15–19 in (low); 17–22 in (extended)
Seat depth: 15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)15–18 in (38.1–45.7 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 reclineTilt + Kicker (extended recline for stretching); Tilt Limiter; tilt tension knob
Arms: 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armlessFully Adjustable Arms (height and width)
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)No separate lumbar pad: PostureFit Sacral Support and Lumbar Support standard; Backfit adjustment
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor12-year, 3-shift

From 5 Steelcase Series 1 and 170 Herman Miller Embody user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 1 or the Herman Miller Embody?

The Steelcase Series 1 is cheaper to start: $549 versus $2,230 for the Herman Miller Embody at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Adjustability for the Steelcase Series 1, and price and value for the Herman Miller Embody, based on review summaries.