In this Office Chair showdown, Steelcase takes the lead with a score of 8.7/10 vs Branch's 7.8/10. Steelcase excels in overall performance, though Branch may still be right for specific use cases.

Steelcase

Branch
R3 Research Verdict
In this Office Chair showdown, Steelcase takes the lead with a score of 8.7/10 vs Branch's 7.8/10. Steelcase excels in overall performance, though Branch may still be right for specific use cases.
Research-backed recommendation
For most families, Steelcase is our recommendation. With a score of 8.7/10 versus Branch's 7.8/10, Steelcase delivers stronger overall performance in our testing.
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Branch might still be right for you if:
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Both products meet our quality standards, but Steelcase has the edge in our comprehensive evaluation.
Quick summary of each product's strengths and weaknesses
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A quick breakdown of how these products compare head-to-head
R3 composite score based on safety, efficacy, and value
Based on ingredient analysis, certifications, and third-party testing
Based on performance metrics and real-world effectiveness
Based on price-to-performance ratio and long-term cost
Lower price wins for budget-conscious shoppers
Both are established brands in this category
Personalized recommendations based on your priorities


Detailed attribute-by-attribute breakdown
| Attribute | Steelcase | Branch | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Score R3 composite score based on safety, efficacy, and value | 8.7/10 | 7.8/10 | Steelcase |
| Safety Score Based on ingredient analysis, certifications, and third-party testing | 9.0/10 | 7.8/10 | Steelcase |
| Efficacy Score Based on performance metrics and real-world effectiveness | 9.3/10 | 7.8/10 | Steelcase |
| Value Score Based on price-to-performance ratio and long-term cost | 8.0/10 | 8.5/10 | Branch |
| Price Lower price wins for budget-conscious shoppers | $998.00 | $359.00 | Branch |
| Brand Both are established brands in this category | Steelcase | Branch | Tie |
R3 composite score based on safety, efficacy, and value
Based on ingredient analysis, certifications, and third-party testing
Based on performance metrics and real-world effectiveness
Based on price-to-performance ratio and long-term cost
Lower price wins for budget-conscious shoppers
Both are established brands in this category
Branch costs $639 less (64% savings) at $359.00 vs Steelcase's $998.00. The extra cost may be worth it for Steelcase's superior performance.
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