KI Altus vs Steelcase Gesture

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

KI Altus

$881 – $1,516

Steelcase

Steelcase Gesture

$1,599 – $2,560

$718

lower starting price for KI Altus than Steelcase Gesture at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

KI AltusSteelcase Gesture

Price: $881 – $1,516$1,599 – $2,560
Seat height: 17–21.75 in (43.2–55.2 cm); 16.25–20.75 in (41.3–52.7 cm)16–21 in
Seat depth: 17.25–19.75 in (43.8–50.2 cm); 15.5–18 in (39.4–45.7 cm)15.75–18.5 in (functional, 2.75 in adjustment); seat depth 18.25 in
Load capacity: supports up to 400 pounds400 lb (181.4 kg)
Arms: Adjustable arms, fixed arms, or armlessWidth 10.25–22.5 in between arms; height 7.25–11.5 in; pivot 15° in/out; depth 2.125 in
Headrest: Headrest available (Mesh Task / Fabric Task Headrest Adjustable Armchair)Optional (integrated headrest)
Lumbar support: Mesh chair: optional adjustable lumbar (height and depth); fabric chair: automatic lumbar supportCore Equalizer, with optional additional (height-adjustable) lumbar
Warranty: LifetimeSteelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

Which is cheaper, the KI Altus or the Steelcase Gesture?

The KI Altus is cheaper to start: $881 versus $1,599 for the Steelcase Gesture at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the KI Altus as standard and the Steelcase Gesture as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the KI Altus, and comfort for the Steelcase Gesture, based on review summaries.