Steelcase Series 1 vs Steelcase Gesture

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

Steelcase

Steelcase Gesture

$1,599 – $2,560

$1,050

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

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1Steelcase Gesture

Price: $549 – $750$1,599 – $2,560
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)16–21 in
Seat depth: 15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)15.75–18.5 in (functional, 2.75 in adjustment); seat depth 18.25 in
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)400 lb (181.4 kg)
Recline: Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineSeat-to-back angle 98°–125°
Arms: 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armlessWidth 10.25–22.5 in between arms; height 7.25–11.5 in; pivot 15° in/out; depth 2.125 in
Headrest: Optional headrest; adjusts 3.25" verticallyOptional (integrated headrest)
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)Core Equalizer, with optional additional (height-adjustable) lumbar
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and laborSteelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

From 5 Steelcase Series 1 and 117 Steelcase Gesture user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 1 or the Steelcase Gesture?

The Steelcase Series 1 is cheaper to start: $549 versus $1,599 for the Steelcase Gesture at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Steelcase Series 1 as an option and the Steelcase Gesture as an option.

What do owners mention most?

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