Steelcase Series 1 vs Interstuhl Pure Active

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Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

Interstuhl

Interstuhl Pure Active

€755 – €799

≈ $860 – $910

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1Interstuhl Pure Active

Price: $549 – $750€755 – €799
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)430–535 mm (16.9–21.1 in); low: 385 - 445 mm (15.2–17.5 in); high: 450 - 580 mm (17.7–22.8 in)
Seat depth: 15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)460 mm (18.1 in)
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)120 kg (265 lb)
Recline: Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineSmart Spring technology: material flexibility in the upper backrest of up to 22 degrees to each side; lateral range of movement of up to 26 degrees on the seat; forward movements of up to 12 degrees
Arms: 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armlessT-armrests, rigid; 4D T-armrests, adjustable height/width/depth, rotatable (options)
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor10-year warranty

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