Steelcase Series 1 vs X-Chair X2

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Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

X-Chair

X-Chair X2

$879

$330

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 1 than X-Chair X2 at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 1X-Chair X2

Price: $549 – $750$879
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)15.81–20 in
Seat depth: 15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)16.25–18 in
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)275 lb (125 kg)
Recline: Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineSciFloat Infinite Recline + Tilt Lock and Tension allows you to recline and lock into position or increase tension in your recline motion for more fluid movement.
Arms: 4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless4-Dimensional armrests come standard (up, down, side-to-side, front-to-back); option to upgrade to FS 360 rotational armrests; Armrest Height 6.75in - 9.5in
Headrest: Optional headrest; adjusts 3.25" verticallyOptional add-on (standard configuration: No headrest; Headrest +$90)
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)Dynamic Variable Lumbar (DVL)® Support; height adjustable backrest raises the DVL®
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor5 years (all parts and materials); 15 years (non-moving metal components, chair frame)