Steelcase Series 1 vs Okamura Sylphy

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 Sylphy

From ¥106,040

≈ $680

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1Okamura Sylphy

Price: $549 – $750From ¥106,040
Recline: Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineBack-seat synchro recline with forward tilt: 23° upright to reclined, 10° upright to forward; locks in 4 positions
Arms: 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armlessAdjustable arms: 100 mm height; arm pad 50 mm front-back, 20° inward, 20° outward
Headrest: Optional headrest; adjusts 3.25" verticallyAdjustable headrest: 100 mm height, 35° angle
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)Lumbar support (mesh back): height adjusts over 60 mm
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and laborStructure 8 years (purchases from Jan 5, 2021); mechanisms and moving parts 2 years; exterior and surface finish 1 year

From 5 Steelcase Series 1 and 2 Okamura Sylphy 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 Sylphy as standard.

What do owners mention most?

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