Steelcase Series 1 vs Okamura Contessa II

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

Okamura

Okamura Contessa II

¥243,650 – ¥377,410

≈ $1,530 – $2,380

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1Okamura Contessa II

Price: $549 – $750¥243,650 – ¥377,410
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)434–544 mm (17.1–21.4 in)
Seat depth: 15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)400–450 mm (15.7–17.7 in)
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 reclineAnkle-tilt reclining; recline angle 26°
Arms: 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless4D arm or fixed arm; armrest height from the floor 604–814 mm (4D arm), 639–749 mm (fixed arm) (23.8–32 in; 25.2–29.5 in)
Headrest: Optional headrest; adjusts 3.25" verticallyOptions: large fixed headrest or small adjustable headrest (up/down, front/back, swivel)
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)Optional lumbar support with 60 mm height adjustment (can be retrofitted) (2.4 in)
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor10 years: structural components, including mechanisms and adjustable arms; 5 years: casters, gas cylinder, adjustment levers; 2 years: coating finish, mesh and fabric, cushions, arm pads

From 5 Steelcase Series 1 and 2 Okamura Contessa II user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Steelcase Series 1 as an option and the Okamura Contessa II as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Adjustability for the Steelcase Series 1, and comfort for the Okamura Contessa II, based on review summaries.