Steelcase Series 1 vs HON Wave
Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.
Differences at a glance
Sources
- Understanding and Specifying Steelcase Series 1 Work Chairs (Seating Specification Guide, February 2024) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- HON June 2019 List Pricer (Seating) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Steelcase Series 1 cut sheet (Item #25-0000121 02/25) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Steelcase Series 1 product page (steelcase.com) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- US Steelcase Store (price) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- HON Dealer Locator (price) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
Steelcase Series 1HON Wave
- Price
- $549 – $750Ask for a quote
- 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)19.25–22.25 in (49–57 cm)
- Seat depth
- 15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)18.75 in (48 cm)
- Load capacity
- 400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)450 lb (204 kg)
- Recline
- Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineKnee Tilt, Tilt Tension, Tilt Lock
- Arms
- 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armlessHeight and Width Adjustable Arms
- Lumbar support
- Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)Integrated Lumbar Support
- Warranty
- Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and laborHON 5-Year Limited Warranty
Questions
What do owners mention most?
Adjustability for the Steelcase Series 1, and comfort for the HON Wave, based on review summaries.
