Steelcase Series 2 vs Vitra ID Trim

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

Vitra

Vitra ID Trim

From $1,045

$296

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 2 than Vitra ID Trim at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 2Vitra ID Trim

Price: $749 – $1,171From $1,045
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)400–520 mm (15¾″–20½″), measured with 64 kg load; 450 mm (17¾″) fixed seat height
Seat depth: 14"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)400–450 mm; 380 mm
Recline: Angle between seat and back 99.5° to 119°FlowMotion mechanism, lockable in upright sitting position, optional synchronised forward tilt; or optional AutoMotion mechanism with automatic weight adjustment and two backrest tension settings (hard or soft). No recline angle published.
Arms: Arm height from seat 7.5"H to 11.5"H: Adjustable2D armrests (height, width) or 3D armrests (height, width, depth, 360° swivel); ring armrests for conference use; also without armrests. Armrest height above seat 195–295 mm (7¾″–11½″)
Lumbar support: Lumbar height from seat 8.5"H to 9.75"HSandwich construction with integrated lumbar support; optional height-adjustable lumbar cushion

From 4 Steelcase Series 2 and 1 Vitra ID Trim user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 2 or the Vitra ID Trim?

The Steelcase Series 2 is cheaper to start: $749 versus $1,045 for the Vitra ID Trim at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Series 2, and design for the Vitra ID Trim, based on review summaries.