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The Steelcase Amia’s simplistic design takes nothing away from its impressive adjustability and comfort. However, a headrest isn’t included by default, and its fabric cushioning is not the most breathable.
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Product Snapshot
Overview
The Steelcase Amia is a high-end office chair launched in 2012. The premium chair boasts a modern yet highly ergonomic design, which is typical of the best office chairs on the market. Weighing only 55 pounds, the chair is easy to maneuver and has an impressive 400 lbs weight capacity. It also features lumbar support, which is height adjustable and can be altered by about 4”, while seat height adjustments can be made within a range of 5”.
While its armrests are optional, owners can opt for the height-adjustable or fully adjustable ones. The chair is also available in a wide range of colors and fabric options.
The Steelcase Amia offers a wide range of adjustability options, which isn’t obvious given its simplistic design. Owners will be able to move their armrests up, down, left, or right, or even opt to have an option that doesn’t ship with armrests altogether. For back support, the chair is designed with a height-adjustable lumbar system, and for its height, owners will be able to adjust the chair within a range of 16-21”. The seat’s depth can also be adjusted within 2-3”, but it doesn’t ship with a headrest.
With a 400 lbs weight capacity, heavy-set individuals shouldn’t shy away from the Steelcase Amia. However, the cushion that covers its seat and backrest does not offer as much breathability as a mesh chair.
ReasonS to Buy
Good ergonomics and adjustability
The Steelcase Amia is a highly adjustable office chair. Although it doesn’t ship with a headrest by default, the chair allows seat height, depth, and armrest adjustability.
The seat height can be adjusted by 4”, the seat depth by 3”, and its armrests by about 4.3”.
Height-adjustable lumbar support
The lumbar support system on the Steelcase Amia is height-adjustable through two handles on each side. The chair’s back support also reacts to the posture of the individual sitting on it for optimum support.
Durable build quality
Made with high-quality plastic materials placed on a steel frame, the Steelcase Amia has a strong five-star base and can support individuals who weigh up to 400 lbs.
Reason to Avoid
Limited breathability
The chair’s fabric covering doesn’t offer good enough breathability for users who want to stay seated for long hours as the chair gets fairly warm.
Steelcase Amia Specs
Adjustable Armrests
4-Dimensional
Armrest Height Max
11.25
Armrest Height Min
7.25"
Backrest Height
21.25"
Backrest Width
18"
Frame Construction
Aluminum, Alloy Steel, Nylon
Has Footrest
No
Head Pillow
No
Head Rest
No
Lumbar Support
Yes
Piston Type
Pneumatic Cylinder
Recline
Yes
Seat Depth
24"
Seat Height Adjustment
16.5 – 20.5"
Seat Padding Material
Foam
Seat Width
27.3"
Upholstery
Fabric, Leather
Weight Limit
300 lbs
Wheel Type
Casters
All Specs
Test Results
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Max Recline (Degrees)
0
Min Seat Height (Inches)
16
Max Seat Height (Inches)
21
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The Steelcase Amia is a high-end office chair launched in 2012. The premium chair boasts a modern yet highly ergonomic design, which is typical of…
The Steelcase Amia is a high-end office chair launched in 2012. The premium chair boasts a modern yet highly ergonomic design, which is typical of the best office chairs on the market. Weighing only 55 pounds, the chair is easy to maneuver and has an impressive 400 lbs weight capacity. It also features lumbar support, which is height adjustable and can be altered by about 4”, while seat height adjustments can be made within a range of 5”.
While its armrests are optional, owners can opt for the height-adjustable or fully adjustable ones. The chair is also available in a wide range of colors and fabric options.
Even though the Steelcase Amia has 360-degree rotating armrests, they are still not as adjustable as those on the Steelcase Gesture. Another difference is that…
Even though the Steelcase Amia has 360-degree rotating armrests, they are still not as adjustable as those on the Steelcase Gesture. Another difference is that the Amia weighs 55 pounds, making it slightly lighter than the Steelcase Gesture, which weighs about 70 pounds. The Amia’s seat cushion is also slightly more padded than the Gesture’s, but in case you’re interested in the latter, we’ve covered it in our Steelcase Gesture review.
While the Steelcase Amia only offers height-adjustable lumbar support, the Steelcase Leap uses LiveBack technology to offer dynamic lumbar support, where its contoured backrest also…
While the Steelcase Amia only offers height-adjustable lumbar support, the Steelcase Leap uses LiveBack technology to offer dynamic lumbar support, where its contoured backrest also adjusts in response to the body movement when seated. Check out what else the Leap has to offer in our Steelcase Leap review.
The Steelcase Amia lacks an adjustable recline, which the Herman Miller Aeron office chair has. The Amia also has a fabric-covered backrest and seat, which…
The Steelcase Amia lacks an adjustable recline, which the Herman Miller Aeron office chair has. The Amia also has a fabric-covered backrest and seat, which makes it different from the Herman Miller chair’s mesh backrest and seat. In terms of adjustability, the Steelcase Amia’s lumbar support is height adjustable, while that of the Herman Miller chair is only depth adjustable. However, if you want to stick with the Steelcase brand and get a mesh backrest, then our Steelcase Series 2 review might be helpful.
