Series 1 Chair
Steelcase Series 1 gives you essential ergonomics and quality at a great value. This high-performance chair boasts space efficiency, weight-activated controls and an even more sustainable option.
Why r/BuyItForLife recommends it
9 mentions from real owners
- #1Dec 22, 2025
The Best office chair for back pain that is Affordable and Long Hours sitting?
Used Steelcase. Or even new one, Series 1 can be around $300-400 5 years ago I buy one secondhand Steelcase Think for $100. I never buy expensive chair but I wanna try it out. It was already like 12 years old at that point and it only lasted with me about 3 years of 6-10hrs 6 days a week. But it was really good imo, honestly way better that typical random office chair Since that first purchase I bought 3 more brand new both for myself and family, price range from $250-500. Worth it
View on Redditopen_in_new - #2Dec 21, 2025
The Best Ergonomic Office Chair and Most Comfortable To Buy at the Moment?
For real long term comfort around your budget, skip gaming chairs and go with something designed for ergonomics. Chairs like the Steelcase Series 1 or Herman Miller Sayl give much better support and adjustability than most cheap options. They’re built to last and feel good for long work days. If you can test one in person, that helps a lot.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #3Dec 21, 2025
The Best Ergonomic Office Chair and Most Comfortable To Buy at the Moment?
Look at the Steelcase Series 1 or Herman Miller Aeron (used/refurbished), both are ergonomic, durable, and truly worth the investment.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #4Sep 3, 2025
Office chair for 250+ lbs used for 12+ hours a day
I've got a gently used Steelcase Series 1 I got for about $300 from Crandall Office Furniture, and then my brother got a used Series 2 from them for about $400.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #5Jun 2, 2025
I've never owned a nice chair in my life (like a living room type of chair), ready to invest...
I got a Steelcase 4 years ago and I’m very happy with it. I think it’s this one https://store.steelcase.com/seating/ergonomic-chairs/steelcase-series-1?utm_source=google&utm_medium=search&utm_campaign=shopping-br&utm_content=shopping&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=11597856450&gbraid=0AAAAADteVvF0bJ8dYyMyikhPCu1_YkTc9&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxMCo_-bTjQMVhwGtBh1ICxn0EAQYASABEgKJJfD_BwE
View on Redditopen_in_new - #6Jun 2, 2025
I've never owned a nice chair in my life (like a living room type of chair), ready to invest...
Even the most basic $550 Steelcase Series 1 is a game-changer. I have a Series 1 and I also have a $1500 Steelcase Gesture that I got from an office surplus store for $300. Both of them are excellent for extended sitting.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #7Mar 11, 2025
stepdad’s son wrecked my setup. need BIFL replacement under $1k
As someone who had a sibling, same parents, who would regularly break and steal my things. I feel your pain deeply and I'm sorry people are being jerks without knowing the background of your situation. For the chair I was recommended Steelcase since HM was out of my grad student budget. I got a barely used Steelcase Series 1 for under $100. I tried all the versions in store first and had to be patient watching every second site. I live in a tech hub so honestly it didn't take long maybe 3 weeks. But you can get a really good chair at a great deal. Ask for whatever your dad's chair cost in today's market plus a realistic added amount because "I can't look for a great deal because I need it now". My parents pushed back but after while learned to accept I was serious.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #8Mar 11, 2025
stepdad’s son wrecked my setup. need BIFL replacement under $1k
Steelcase series 1 is a great chair. Picked one up during COVID-19 and it's just as good now as it was then.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #9Jan 4, 2025
Office/Computer chair?
For under $1000, check out Secretlab Titan EVO 2022 (great for heavier guys, super comfy for long gaming sessions) or Steelcase Series 1 (solid ergonomics, durable). If you want more cushion like a La-Z-Boy, try Serta’s Big & Tall Executive chair. All have swivel and wheels. Test a few if you can!
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