Haworth Very Task vs Steelcase Gesture

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

Haworth

Haworth Very Task

$905

Steelcase

Steelcase Gesture

$1,599 – $2,560

$694

lower starting price for Haworth Very Task than Steelcase Gesture at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Haworth Very TaskSteelcase Gesture

Price: $905$1,599 – $2,560
Seat height: 16–21 in (40.6–53.3 cm)16–21 in
Seat depth: 16–19 in (40.6–48.3 cm)15.75–18.5 in (functional, 2.75 in adjustment); seat depth 18.25 in
Load capacity: 350 lb (158.8 kg); 325 lb (147.4 kg)400 lb (181.4 kg)
Recline: Synchronized 3-point tilt; back lock secures the seat back in an upright position; optional 5° forward tiltSeat-to-back angle 98°–125°
Arms: Choose from 4D, height-adjustable, or fixed armsWidth 10.25–22.5 in between arms; height 7.25–11.5 in; pivot 15° in/out; depth 2.125 in
Headrest: Optional headrestOptional (integrated headrest)
Lumbar support: Patented asymmetrical adjustable lumbarCore Equalizer, with optional additional (height-adjustable) lumbar
Warranty: 12 year warrantySteelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

From 3 Haworth Very Task and 117 Steelcase Gesture user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Very Task or the Steelcase Gesture?

The Haworth Very Task is cheaper to start: $905 versus $1,599 for the Steelcase Gesture at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Haworth Very Task as an option and the Steelcase Gesture as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Haworth Very Task, and comfort for the Steelcase Gesture, based on review summaries.