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Steelcase Series 2 vs Steelcase Karman

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

WINNER
S2Steelcase Series 2

Steelcase Series 2

Ergonomic Office
33/55
$463-$914
SKSteelcase Karman

Steelcase Karman

Ergonomic Office
26/55
$1,200-$1,500
Criteria
Steelcase Series 2
Steelcase Karman
Total Score33/5526/55
Price Rating3/5*2/5
Seat Depth Adjustability4/5*0/5
Height Range3/53/5
Lumbar Comfort3/5*2/5
Armrests4/54/5
Upper Back Support2/52/5
Neck Support0/50/5
Breathability3/54/5*
Material Quality3/53/5
Softness3/5*2/5
Warranty5/5*4/5
Pros
  • +Lifetime structural warranty
  • +Full 4D armrest adjustability
  • +Excellent seat depth adjustment
  • +Weight-activated adjustment
  • +Full 4D armrest adjustability
  • +Excellent mesh breathability
  • +12-year Steelcase warranty
  • +Ultra-lightweight at 29 lbs
Cons
  • -No headrest option
  • -Limited upper back support
  • -Many features are optional extras
  • -Base model lacks lumbar
  • -No seat depth adjustment
  • -No headrest option
  • -Basic lumbar (optional extra cost)
  • -Firm mesh seat
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