Steelcase Series 1
Charcoal
Steelcase
Series 1
Tested January 15, 2026 · see how we score
72
Good
Score out of 100
The best value for accessing a real LiveBack mechanism without paying Leap V2 pricing.
Price and specs pending verification with the manufacturer.
Score by criteria
Lumbar support & ergonomics7.5 / 10
Adjustability7.0 / 10
Materials & build quality7.0 / 10
Comfort / padding6.5 / 10
Value for money8.5 / 10
Design7.0 / 10
Pros
- Much more affordable entry to Steelcase ergonomics
- Simplified LiveBack still genuinely adaptive
- Many colors/finishes
Cons
- Fewer fine adjustments than the Leap or Gesture
- More basic materials than Steelcase's premium tier
Price comparison
You should buy it if…
- You want Steelcase's LiveBack mechanism at the lowest possible price
- You want a range of colors and finishes
Better skip it if…
- You need the highest level of adjustment (get the Leap V2 or Gesture instead)
- The chair will see very heavy daily use for many years
Look at instead: Steelcase Series 2, Steelcase Leap V2
Specs
| Height range | 150–190 cm |
| Max weight | up to 136 kg |
| Available sizes | One size |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Category | Office, Budget-friendly |
| Best for | Long hours / remote work, Back pain |
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