Haworth Zody II vs Steelcase Gesture

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

Haworth

Haworth Zody II

$1,055 – $1,705

Steelcase

Steelcase Gesture

$1,599 – $2,560

$544

lower starting price for Haworth Zody II than Steelcase Gesture at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Haworth Zody IISteelcase Gesture

Price: $1,055 – $1,705$1,599 – $2,560
Seat height: 406–533 mm (office chair); 445–615 mm (dual posture) (16–21 in; 17.5–24.2 in)16–21 in
Seat depth: 427–495 mm (16.8–19.5 in)15.75–18.5 in (functional, 2.75 in adjustment); seat depth 18.25 in
Load capacity: < 181 kg (399 lb)400 lb (181.4 kg)
Recline: Balanced 3-point tilt: back reclines 24° from upright, seat pan moves down 3°; back stop in 6 positions (upright and every 4°); forward tilt; tilt tension crankSeat-to-back angle 98°–125°
Arms: 4D arms: height, side to side, front to back, arm cap pivot; Arm height 193–295 mm above the seat (7.6–11.6 in)Width 10.25–22.5 in between arms; height 7.25–11.5 in; pivot 15° in/out; depth 2.125 in
Headrest: Not yet generally available: listed as '(phase 2)' in Asia Pacific and 'coming soon' in EMEAOptional (integrated headrest)
Lumbar support: PAL™ (Pelvic and Asymmetrical Lumbar) back system: height-adjustable lumbar with independent left/right support; AP also height-adjustable lumbar or no lumbarCore Equalizer, with optional additional (height-adjustable) lumbar
Warranty: 12 years, 24/7 multiple shift (Asia Pacific)Steelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

From 21 Haworth Zody II and 117 Steelcase Gesture user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Zody II or the Steelcase Gesture?

The Haworth Zody II is cheaper to start: $1,055 versus $1,599 for the Steelcase Gesture at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Only the Steelcase Gesture (as an option); the Haworth Zody II does not have one available yet.

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the Haworth Zody II, and comfort for the Steelcase Gesture, based on review summaries.