Haworth Very Task vs Steelcase Series 2

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 Series 2

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 2

$749 – $1,171

$156

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 2 than Haworth Very Task at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Haworth Very TaskSteelcase Series 2
Price
$905$749 – $1,171
Seat height
16–21 in (40.6–53.3 cm)16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 14.75–18 in (37.5-45.7 cm); 17.25–22 in (43.8-55.9 cm)
Seat depth
16–19 in (40.6–48.3 cm)14"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Recline
Synchronized 3-point tilt; back lock secures the seat back in an upright position; optional 5° forward tiltAngle between seat and back 99.5° to 119°
Arms
Choose from 4D, height-adjustable, or fixed armsArm height from seat 7.5"H to 11.5"H: Adjustable
Lumbar support
Patented asymmetrical adjustable lumbarLumbar height from seat 8.5"H to 9.75"H

What users mention

From 3 Haworth Very Task and 4 Steelcase Series 2 user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

  • Comfort

    Haworth Very Task3 mentions
    Steelcase Series 28 mentions

  • Build quality

    Haworth Very Task3 mentions
    Steelcase Series 26 mentions

  • Design

    Haworth Very Task2 mentions
    Steelcase Series 27 mentions

  • Price and value

    Haworth Very Task1 mention
    Steelcase Series 28 mentions

  • Adjustability

    Haworth Very Task1 mention
    Steelcase Series 26 mentions

  • Back support

    Haworth Very Task1 mention
    Steelcase Series 25 mentions

Questions

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Very Task or the Steelcase Series 2?

The Steelcase Series 2 is cheaper to start: $749 versus $905 for the Haworth Very Task at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Haworth Very Task, and comfort for the Steelcase Series 2, based on review summaries.

Haworth Very Task: specs, reviews, where to buy →Steelcase Series 2: specs, reviews, where to buy →

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