Haworth Very Task vs Steelcase Leap V2

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

Haworth Very Task

Haworth

Haworth Very Task

$905

VS
Steelcase Leap V2

Steelcase

Steelcase Leap V2

$1,499 – $2,667

$594

lower starting price for Haworth Very Task than Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores

Haworth Very TaskSteelcase Leap V2
Price
$905$1,499 – $2,667
Seat height
16–21 in (40.6–53.3 cm)15.5–20.5 in standard; 17–24 in with optional 7 in cylinder
Seat depth
16–19 in (40.6–48.3 cm)15.75–18.75 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 19 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 tiltVariable back stop, five stops; seat-to-back angle 96°–120°
Arms
Choose from 4D, height-adjustable, or fixed armsArm height 4 in range, depth 3 in, width 4.5 in overall, pivot 30°
Headrest
Optional headrestOptional (+$340 list; not on stools or Leap Plus)
Lumbar support
Patented asymmetrical adjustable lumbarLiveBack with height-adjustable lumbar (5 in) + lower back firmness
Warranty
12 year warrantySteelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

What users mention

From 3 Haworth Very Task and 366 Steelcase Leap V2 user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

  • Comfort

    Haworth Very Task3 mentions
    Steelcase Leap V2138 mentions
  • Price and value

    Haworth Very Task1 mention
    Steelcase Leap V2129 mentions
  • Adjustability

    Haworth Very Task1 mention
    Steelcase Leap V2116 mentions
  • Build quality

    Haworth Very Task3 mentions
    Steelcase Leap V2108 mentions
  • Seat

    Haworth Very Task0 mentions
    Steelcase Leap V290 mentions
  • Back support

    Haworth Very Task1 mention
    Steelcase Leap V275 mentions

Questions

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Very Task or the Steelcase Leap V2?

The Haworth Very Task is cheaper to start: $905 versus $1,499 for the Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Haworth Very Task as an option and the Steelcase Leap V2 as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Haworth Very Task, and comfort for the Steelcase Leap V2, based on review summaries.

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