Steelcase Series 2 vs UPLIFT Vert

Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 2

$749 – $1,171

UPLIFT Desk

UPLIFT Vert

$399

$350

lower starting price for UPLIFT Vert than Steelcase Series 2 at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 2UPLIFT Vert

Price: $749 – $1,171$399
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)15.7" to 19.7" H
Seat depth: 14"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)Usable seat depth 17.3" to 19.7" D
Recline: Angle between seat and back 99.5° to 119°3° positive to 23° positive; back tilt tension adjust Automatic
Arms: Arm height from seat 7.5"H to 11.5"H: AdjustableArm adjustment range 4" (height adjustable armrests)
Lumbar support: Lumbar height from seat 8.5"H to 9.75"HLumbar support height (1.3" range)

From 4 Steelcase Series 2 and 2 UPLIFT Vert user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 2 or the UPLIFT Vert?

The UPLIFT Vert is cheaper to start: $399 versus $749 for the Steelcase Series 2 at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Series 2, and adjustability for the UPLIFT Vert, based on review summaries.