Knoll Life Chair vs Steelcase Leap V2

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

Knoll

Knoll Life Chair

From $1,947

Steelcase

Steelcase Leap V2

$1,499 – $2,667

$448

lower starting price for Steelcase Leap V2 than Knoll Life Chair at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Knoll Life ChairSteelcase Leap V2

Price: From $1,947$1,499 – $2,667
Seat height: 16.5–21.75 in (42-55 cm); 17" – 22.25"; 17.25–22.5 in (44-57 cm); 15.5" – 19.25"15.5–20.5 in standard; 17–24 in with optional 7 in cylinder
Seat depth: 15–19 in (38-48 cm)15.75–18.75 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 19 in
Recline: Angle Between Seat and Back 95° - 119°; Tilt Range of Back 24°Variable back stop, five stops; seat-to-back angle 96°–120°
Arms: Arms available in fixed height, height-adjustable or high performance; high performance arms adjust 2.5" in armpad width (1.25" per side) and 3" armpad fore/aft movement; Arm Height from Floor 23.25" - 32.75" (height adjustable / high performance); 26.24" – 31.25" (fixed arm)Arm height 4 in range, depth 3 in, width 4.5 in overall, pivot 30°
Headrest: Optional headrest measures 9"W x 6" - 9"HOptional (+$340 list; not on stools or Leap Plus)
Lumbar support: Lumbar Support (Fixed) 7.5"; optional height adjustable lumbar (Exceeds 5.5" - 9.8"), 11.5" x 5.5"LiveBack with height-adjustable lumbar (5 in) + lower back firmness
Warranty: Structural components: 12 Years; Upholstery, textiles, leathers, finishes: 3 YearsSteelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

From 4 Knoll Life Chair and 366 Steelcase Leap V2 user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Knoll Life Chair or the Steelcase Leap V2?

The Steelcase Leap V2 is cheaper to start: $1,499 versus $1,947 for the Knoll Life Chair at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Knoll Life Chair as an option and the Steelcase Leap V2 as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Design for the Knoll Life Chair, and comfort for the Steelcase Leap V2, based on review summaries.