HÅG Capisco vs Steelcase Amia
Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.
19.7 lb
lighter: HÅG Capisco weighs less than Steelcase Amia (official specs)
Differences at a glance
Sources
- HÅG Capisco factsheet ENG (Oct 2019), Flokk ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Steelcase Seating Specification Guide, April 2021 (PDF) ↗Checked Sep 26, 2026
- HÅG Capisco Spec Sheet (US, 2026-08-06), Flokk ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Amia Ergonomic Task Chair (steelcase.com) ↗Checked Sep 26, 2026
- HÅG US Price List (Flokk, 8.6.26) (price) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- US Steelcase Store (price) ↗Checked Sep 26, 2026
HÅG CapiscoSteelcase Amia
- Price
- $1,742 – $2,117$1,099 – $1,511
- Seat height
- 408–540 mm (16.1–21.3 in); 555–810 mm (21.9–31.9 in); 445–630 mm (17.5–24.8 in)16–21 in
- Seat depth
- 340–420 mm (13.4–16.5 in)15.5–18.5 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 18.5 in
- Load capacity
- 300 lb (136 kg)400 lb (181.4 kg)
- Recline
- Tilt range is 15° backwards from a neutral position 2° to the rearSeat-to-back angle 100°–120°
- Headrest
- Adjustable headrest on models 8107/8127; foremost support point 555-785 mmNone listed among official options
- Warranty
- 10-year guarantee against production defects (normal use up to 9 hours per day); ESD version 5 yearsSteelcase Limited Lifetime Warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor
What users mention
From 19 HÅG Capisco and 67 Steelcase Amia user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.
Price and value
HÅG Capisco3 mentionsSteelcase Amia40 mentionsAdjustability
HÅG Capisco6 mentionsSteelcase Amia29 mentionsComfort
HÅG Capisco8 mentionsSteelcase Amia25 mentionsBack support
HÅG Capisco4 mentionsSteelcase Amia27 mentionsSeat
HÅG Capisco11 mentionsSteelcase Amia17 mentionsBuild quality
HÅG Capisco6 mentionsSteelcase Amia21 mentions
Questions
Which is cheaper, the HÅG Capisco or the Steelcase Amia?
The Steelcase Amia is cheaper to start: $1,099 versus $1,742 for the HÅG Capisco at the brand stores (Sep 2026).
Which has a higher weight capacity?
The Steelcase Amia, rated for 400 lb versus 300 lb for the HÅG Capisco.
Which has a headrest?
Only the HÅG Capisco (as standard); the Steelcase Amia does not offer one.
What do owners mention most?
Design for the HÅG Capisco, and price and value for the Steelcase Amia, based on review summaries.
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- HÅG Capisco vs Herman Miller Aeron Headrest: Adjustable headrest on models 8107/8127 on HÅG Capisco; None offered by Herman Miller on Herman Miller Aeron.
- HÅG Capisco vs Steelcase Gesture Headrest: Adjustable headrest on models 8107/8127 on HÅG Capisco; Optional on Steelcase Gesture.
- HÅG Capisco vs Steelcase Leap V2 Headrest: Adjustable headrest on models 8107/8127 on HÅG Capisco; Optional on Steelcase Leap V2.
- Steelcase Amia vs Herman Miller Aeron Headrest: None listed among official options on Steelcase Amia; None offered by Herman Miller on Herman Miller Aeron.
- Steelcase Amia vs Steelcase Gesture Headrest: None listed among official options on Steelcase Amia; Optional on Steelcase Gesture.

