Herman Miller Setu vs Steelcase Gesture
Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.
39 lb
lighter: Herman Miller Setu weighs less than Steelcase Gesture (official specs)
Differences at a glance
Sources
- Setu Chair - Herman Miller Store ↗Checked Oct 17, 2026
- Steelcase Seating Specification Guide, April 2021 (PDF) ↗Checked Sep 26, 2026
- Gesture Ergonomic Office & Desk Chair (steelcase.com) ↗Checked Sep 26, 2026
- US Steelcase Store (price) ↗Checked Sep 25, 2026
Herman Miller SetuSteelcase Gesture
- Price
- $945 – $1,370$1,599 – $2,560
- Seat height
- 15.5–20 in16–21 in
- Load capacity
- 300 lb400 lb (181.4 kg)
- Arms
- ribbon arms or armlessWidth 10.25–22.5 in between arms; height 7.25–11.5 in; pivot 15° in/out; depth 2.125 in
- Warranty
- 12 yearsSteelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor
Questions
Which is cheaper, the Herman Miller Setu or the Steelcase Gesture?
The Herman Miller Setu is cheaper to start: $945 versus $1,599 for the Steelcase Gesture at the brand stores (Oct 2026).
Which has a higher weight capacity?
The Steelcase Gesture, rated for 400 lb versus 300 lb for the Herman Miller Setu.
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