Okamura Contessa II vs Steelcase Amia

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

Okamura

Okamura Contessa II

¥243,650 – ¥377,410

≈ $1,530 – $2,380

Steelcase

Steelcase Amia

$1,099 – $1,511

100 lb

higher rated load for Steelcase Amia than Okamura Contessa II (official specs)

Differences at a glance

Okamura Contessa IISteelcase Amia

Price: ¥243,650 – ¥377,410$1,099 – $1,511
Seat height: 434–544 mm (17.1–21.4 in)16–21 in
Seat depth: 400–450 mm (15.7–17.7 in)15.5–18.5 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 18.5 in
Load capacity: 300 lb (136 kg)400 lb (181.4 kg)
Recline: Ankle-tilt reclining; recline angle 26°Seat-to-back angle 100°–120°
Arms: 4D arm or fixed arm; armrest height from the floor 604–814 mm (4D arm), 639–749 mm (fixed arm) (23.8–32 in; 25.2–29.5 in)Standard 4-dimensional arm support; options: height-adjustable arms, armless
Headrest: Options: large fixed headrest or small adjustable headrest (up/down, front/back, swivel)None listed among official options
Lumbar support: Optional lumbar support with 60 mm height adjustment (can be retrofitted) (2.4 in)Standard height-adjustable lumbar included with Amia and Amia Air with 3D Microknit back
Warranty: 10 years: structural components, including mechanisms and adjustable arms; 5 years: casters, gas cylinder, adjustment levers; 2 years: coating finish, mesh and fabric, cushions, arm padsSteelcase Limited Lifetime Warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

From 2 Okamura Contessa II and 67 Steelcase Amia user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which has a higher weight capacity?

The Steelcase Amia, rated for 400 lb versus 300 lb for the Okamura Contessa II.

Which has a headrest?

Only the Okamura Contessa II (as an option); the Steelcase Amia does not offer one.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Okamura Contessa II, and price and value for the Steelcase Amia, based on review summaries.