Steelcase Series 2 vs KI Altus
Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.
$132
lower starting price for Steelcase Series 2 than KI Altus at the brand stores
Differences at a glance
Sources
- Understanding and Specifying Steelcase Series 2 (Seating Specification Guide, August 2020) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Altus Seating Price List, KI ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Altus Task Chair product page, KI ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- US Steelcase Store (price) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
Steelcase Series 2KI Altus
- Price
- $749 – $1,171$881 – $1,516
- Seat height
- 16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 14.75–18 in (37.5-45.7 cm); 17.25–22 in (43.8-55.9 cm)17–21.75 in (43.2–55.2 cm); 16.25–20.75 in (41.3–52.7 cm)
- Seat depth
- 14"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)17.25–19.75 in (43.8–50.2 cm); 15.5–18 in (39.4–45.7 cm)
- Arms
- Arm height from seat 7.5"H to 11.5"H: AdjustableAdjustable arms, fixed arms, or armless
- Lumbar support
- Lumbar height from seat 8.5"H to 9.75"HMesh chair: optional adjustable lumbar (height and depth); fabric chair: automatic lumbar support
Questions
Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 2 or the KI Altus?
The Steelcase Series 2 is cheaper to start: $749 versus $881 for the KI Altus at the brand stores (Sep 2026).
What do owners mention most?
Comfort for the Steelcase Series 2, and back support for the KI Altus, based on review summaries.
