X-Chair X1 vs Steelcase Series 2

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

X-Chair

X-Chair X1

$729

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 2

$749 – $1,171

Nearly the same price

$729 vs $749 starting prices at the brand stores (X-Chair X1 vs Steelcase Series 2)

Differences at a glance

X-Chair X1Steelcase Series 2

Price: $729$749 – $1,171
Seat height: 15.56–19.75 in16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 14.75–18 in (37.5-45.7 cm); 17.25–22 in (43.8-55.9 cm)
Seat depth: 16–18 in14"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Recline: Extensive Variable Recline allows you to recline and lock into position. Recline tension can be adjusted using one tension-resistant control.Angle between seat and back 99.5° to 119°
Arms: 4-Dimensional armrests come standard (up, down, side-to-side, front-to-back); option to upgrade to FS 360 rotational armrests; Armrest Height 7.125in - 10.625inArm height from seat 7.5"H to 11.5"H: Adjustable
Lumbar support: Dynamic Variable Lumbar (DVL)® Support; height adjustable backrest raises the DVL®Lumbar height from seat 8.5"H to 9.75"H

Which is cheaper, the X-Chair X1 or the Steelcase Series 2?

The X-Chair X1 is cheaper to start: $729 versus $749 for the Steelcase Series 2 at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Price and value for the X-Chair X1, and comfort for the Steelcase Series 2, based on review summaries.