FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) vs Steelcase Gesture

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FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5)

FlexiSpot

FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5)

$249.99 – $279.99

VS
Steelcase Gesture

Steelcase

Steelcase Gesture

$1,599 – $2,560

$1,349.01

lower starting price for FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) than Steelcase Gesture at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5)Steelcase Gesture
Price
$249.99 – $279.99$1,599 – $2,560
Seat height
17.9–20.9 in16–21 in
Seat depth
18.7 in15.75–18.5 in (functional, 2.75 in adjustment); seat depth 18.25 in
Load capacity
300 lb400 lb (181.4 kg)
Recline
95–115°Seat-to-back angle 98°–125°
Arms
2DWidth 10.25–22.5 in between arms; height 7.25–11.5 in; pivot 15° in/out; depth 2.125 in
Headrest
2DOptional (integrated headrest)
Lumbar support
2DCore Equalizer, with optional additional (height-adjustable) lumbar
Warranty
5 yearsSteelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

Questions

Which is cheaper, the FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) or the Steelcase Gesture?

The FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) is cheaper to start: $249.99 versus $1,599 for the Steelcase Gesture at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

The Steelcase Gesture, rated for 400 lb versus 300 lb for the FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the FlexiSpot Soutien Ergonomic Office Chair (C5) as standard and the Steelcase Gesture as an option.

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