Steelcase Series 2 vs Amazon Basics Puresoft Chair

A detailed side-by-side comparison scored on 11 objective criteria.

WINNER
S2Steelcase Series 2

Steelcase Series 2

Ergonomic Office
33/55
$463-$914
ABAmazon Basics Puresoft Chair

Amazon Basics Puresoft Chair

20/55
$100-$150
Criteria
Steelcase Series 2
Amazon Basics Puresoft Chair
Total Score33/5520/55
Price Rating3/54/5*
Seat Depth Adjustability4/5*0/5
Height Range3/53/5
Lumbar Comfort3/5*1/5
Armrests4/5*2/5
Upper Back Support2/52/5
Neck Support0/50/5
Breathability3/5*1/5
Material Quality3/5*2/5
Softness3/53/5
Warranty5/5*2/5
Pros
  • +Lifetime structural warranty
  • +Full 4D armrest adjustability
  • +Excellent seat depth adjustment
  • +Weight-activated adjustment
  • +Trusted Amazon Basics brand
  • +Well-padded seat and armrests
  • +Easy to clean PU leather
  • +275 lb capacity
Cons
  • -No headrest option
  • -Limited upper back support
  • -Many features are optional extras
  • -Base model lacks lumbar
  • -No seat depth adjustment
  • -No headrest
  • -PU leather not breathable
  • -Fixed armrests
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