KI Impress vs Steelcase Leap V2

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

KI Impress

$965 – $1,197

Steelcase

Steelcase Leap V2

$1,499 – $2,667

$534

lower starting price for KI Impress than Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

KI ImpressSteelcase Leap V2

Price: $965 – $1,197$1,499 – $2,667
Seat height: 17.75–22.25 in (45.1–56.5 cm); 16.75–19.5 in (42.5–49.5 cm); 20.5–26.75 in (52.1–67.9 cm)15.5–20.5 in standard; 17–24 in with optional 7 in cylinder
Seat depth: 18 in (45.7 cm)15.75–18.75 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 19 in
Recline: Free-floating back; chair back angle approximate range of 24 degreesVariable back stop, five stops; seat-to-back angle 96°–120°
Arms: Available with 4D arm, adjustable T-arm, or fixed loop armArm height 4 in range, depth 3 in, width 4.5 in overall, pivot 30°
Warranty: LifetimeSteelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

Which is cheaper, the KI Impress or the Steelcase Leap V2?

The KI Impress is cheaper to start: $965 versus $1,499 for the Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores (Sep 2026).