Steelcase Series 1 vs UPLIFT Pursuit

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Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

UPLIFT Desk

UPLIFT Pursuit

$499

$50

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

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1UPLIFT Pursuit

Price: $549 – $750$499
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" to 21" H
Seat depth: 15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)18.9" D; Usable seat depth 18"
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)250 lb (≈ 113 kg)
Recline: Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline0° to 20° positive; back tilt tension adjust Manual
Arms: 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless3" vertical adjustment; armrest pad angle (in and out)
Headrest: Optional headrest; adjusts 3.25" verticallyIntegrated adjustable headrest; headrest height adjustment 3.9"
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)Lumbar support height (adjusts with seat back height); lumbar support depth
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor15 year warranty on all UPLIFT Desk products