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The Criterion chair by Steelcase is a workhorse ergonomic chair. Over 6 million sold.

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Steelcase Criterion - High Back
 
4.5

(based on 11 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (9)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (1)

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (10)
  • Comfortable (9)
  • Attractive (8)
  • Good support (8)
  • Highly adjustable (8)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Home office chair (10)
    • Office chair (work) (8)

    Reviewed by 11 customers

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    5.0

    Phenomenal Chair!

    By DS

    from Charlotte, NC

    Pros

    • Attractive Design
    • Comfortable
    • Easy to Clean
    • Easy to Use/Intuitive
    • Good Value
    • Highly Adjustable
    • High Quality
    • Sturdy
    • Supportive

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Home Office Chair
      • Office Chair (Work)

      Comments about Steelcase Criterion - High Back:

      My chair was built in 1999. It is my home office chair and I am in it every day from 8 to 18 hours. This chair is phenomenal! After 12 years, except for a worn arm pad, it still works like new. There is hardly a squeak and all movement is smooth. I love it and I definitely recommend it to everyone!

       
      5.0

      Excellent

      By randy

      from redlands,ca.

      Pros

      • Attractive Design
      • Comfortable
      • Easy to Use/Intuitive
      • Good Value
      • Highly Adjustable
      • Sturdy
      • Supportive

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Conference Chair
        • Home Office Chair
        • Office Chair (Work)
        • Reception Seating

        Comments about Steelcase Criterion - High Back:

        It doesn't get any better

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        A Superior Chair

        By Phil - CPA

        from Greensboro, NC

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Attractive Design
        • Comfortable
        • Easy to Use/Intuitive
        • Good Value
        • Highly Adjustable
        • High Quality
        • Sturdy
        • Supportive

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Office Chair (Work)

          Comments about Steelcase Criterion - High Back:

          In the mid 1990's, my former company bought these chairs for all employees in my department. I recently called one of the employees to see if the chairs were still in use in order to get the model number. They are and I ordered one for my office.

          Not only are these chairs workhorses, they are very comfortable, attractive and can be adjusted to fit almost anyone. I couldn't be happier with my new one.

           
          5.0

          Criterion Plus is strong as steel . . .

          By Donald B. Bell

          from Wichita Falls, Texas

          Verified Reviewer

          Pros

          • Attractive Design
          • Easy to Clean
          • High Quality
          • Sturdy

          Cons

          • Poor Value

          Best Uses

          • Home Office Chair

          Comments about Steelcase Criterion - High Back:

          I use the Steelcase Criterion Plus in my home office and really appreciate it's sturdy construction and tradional good looks.

          (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Best for Big and Tall

          By Big Guy

          from Chicago, Illinois

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Big and Tall
          • Comfortable
          • Sturdy

          Cons

          • Unattractive Design

          Best Uses

          • Home Office Chair
          • Office Chair (Work)

          Comments about Steelcase Criterion - High Back:

          I have a Leap chair which I love but it was never big enough for my 6'4'' frame. This chair fits me perfectly and is is very comfortable however not as attractive or adjustable as the Leap. Would love a Leap Plus ... but this is the next best thing. Note: this review is for the Criterion Plus (a larger version of the Criterion)

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          This is the BEST office chair

          By Elio

          from Miami Gardens, Florida

          Pros

          • Attractive Design
          • Comfortable
          • Easy to Clean
          • Easy to Use/Intuitive
          • Good Value
          • Highly Adjustable
          • High Quality
          • Sturdy
          • Supportive

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Guest Seating
            • Home Office Chair

            Comments about Steelcase Criterion - High Back:

            This is the best office chair I've EVER had, and I've had many in the past. Although the chair is very pricey, you figure out why when you own one. This office chair does everything for you except your work.

             
            5.0

            Big Man! Big Chair!

            By wide pockets

            from Houston, Texas

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Attractive Design
            • Comfortable
            • Easy to Clean
            • Easy to Use/Intuitive
            • Good Value
            • Highly Adjustable
            • High Quality
            • Sturdy
            • Supportive

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Home Office Chair
              • Office Chair (Work)

              Comments about Steelcase Criterion - High Back:

              I bought this particular chair because I have just like it at my desk at work. I have just started to work from home, and I knew that I needed a good sturdy and comfortable chair to handle my big frame. (6'0")(300+ lbs.) This chair has adjustments for all positions so as to achieve the best level of support and comfort. I know from using this same type of chair for several years, that the material, hydraulics, and finish hold up very well from everyday use.

              (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              1.0

              this chair stinks

              By knegron

              from westminster, va

              Pros

              • None

              Cons

              • Like sitting on concrete
              • Uncomfortble
              • Unsupportive

              Best Uses

              • Home Office Chair
              • Whatever

              Comments about Steelcase Criterion - High Back:

              I bought this chair after getting the model number from a chair at work that is very comfortable, what i got was a different chair, it is so uncomfortable I cant use it...a waste of[$]. hopefully they will give me my money back or exchange it.

               
              5.0

              10 years and still going strong

              By Maria @ work @ home

              from Albany, NY

              Pros

              • Attractive Design
              • Comfortable
              • Easy to Clean
              • Easy to Use/Intuitive
              • Good Value
              • Highly Adjustable
              • High Quality
              • Sturdy
              • Supportive

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Home Office Chair
                • Office Chair (Work)

                Comments about Steelcase Criterion - High Back:

                I've had this chair since 1999 and still love it. I developed tendonitis about 1995 working with my arms unsupported, and this chair has been a lifesaver ever since I found it. Its immensely adjustable arms are key - and the back support is outstanding too. I can't recommend it highly enough, and 10 years of service and still beats out the higher priced chairs I try in stores or other offices.

                 
                5.0

                Outstanding

                By Worker Bee

                from New York, NY

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Attractive Design
                • Comfortable
                • Easy to Use/Intuitive
                • Highly Adjustable
                • High Quality
                • Sturdy
                • Supportive

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Home Office Chair
                  • Office Chair (Work)

                  Comments about Steelcase Criterion - High Back:

                  This chair is just about identical to the chair I use in my office at work. After years of dissatisfaction with other products and extensive research, I decided to spend the large sum of money and get this chair. It is expensive -- especially during these tough times -- but also that good. The price was worth it for me.

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