Steelcase Karman vs Arper Kinesit

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

Steelcase

Steelcase Karman

$1,199 – $1,543

Arper

Arper Kinesit

$1,655 – $2,862

$456

lower starting price for Steelcase Karman than Arper Kinesit at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase KarmanArper Kinesit

Price: $1,199 – $1,543$1,655 – $2,862
Seat height: 15.625–20 in (39.7–50.8 cm)16.5–21.25 in
Recline: Comfort dial supports four recline positions3-position backrest recline
Arms: 4D arms or armless; 4D ARM: raise up and down, pivot in and out, shift in all directionsfixed or adjustable nylon armrests on request
Lumbar support: Optional lumbar supportadjustable lumbar support, up to 2 3/8"

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Karman or the Arper Kinesit?

The Steelcase Karman is cheaper to start: $1,199 versus $1,655 for the Arper Kinesit at the brand stores (Sep 2026).