Steelcase Series 1 vs KI Kiaura

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

KI Kiaura

From $2,000

$1,451

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 1 than KI Kiaura at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1KI Kiaura

Price: $549 – $750From $2,000
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)17.375–20.75 in (44.1–52.7 cm); 15.75–17.75 in (40.0–45.1 cm)
Seat depth: 15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)17–19 in (43.2–48.3 cm)
Recline: Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineCognetic Technology: 9-degrees of total side-to-side motion and 15-degrees of front to back motion
Arms: 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armlessArmless, fixed, height-adjustable, or 4D arms; adjustable arms 6.5–10.625" above seat
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)Optional lumbar support with 2.25" of vertical adjustment
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and laborLifetime

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 1 or the KI Kiaura?

The Steelcase Series 1 is cheaper to start: $549 versus $2,000 for the KI Kiaura at the brand stores (Sep 2026).