Branch Softside Chair vs Steelcase Leap V2

Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.

Branch

Branch Softside Chair

$299 – $399

Steelcase

Steelcase Leap V2

$1,499 – $2,667

$1,200

lower starting price for Branch Softside Chair than Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Branch Softside ChairSteelcase Leap V2

Price: $299 – $399$1,499 – $2,667
Load capacity: 275 lb400 lb (181.4 kg)
Recline: tilt, tilt lock, tilt tensionVariable back stop, five stops; seat-to-back angle 96°–120°
Arms: removableArm height 4 in range, depth 3 in, width 4.5 in overall, pivot 30°
Lumbar support: integratedLiveBack with height-adjustable lumbar (5 in) + lower back firmness

Which is cheaper, the Branch Softside Chair or the Steelcase Leap V2?

The Branch Softside Chair is cheaper to start: $299 versus $1,499 for the Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

The Steelcase Leap V2, rated for 400 lb versus 275 lb for the Branch Softside Chair.