Steelcase Karman vs Kokuyo Ing

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

Kokuyo

Kokuyo Ing

¥119,790 – ¥183,150

≈ $750 – $1,150

14 lb

lighter: Steelcase Karman weighs less than Kokuyo Ing (official specs)

Differences at a glance

Steelcase KarmanKokuyo Ing

Price: $1,199 – $1,543¥119,790 – ¥183,150
Seat height: 15.625–20 in (39.7–50.8 cm)425–515 mm (16.7–20.3 in)
Seat depth: Fixed seat depth (no number given)455 mm (17.9 in)
Recline: Comfort dial supports four recline positionsGliding mechanism (back and seat move 360° front-back and side to side); front free tilt
Arms: 4D arms or armless; 4D ARM: raise up and down, pivot in and out, shift in all directionsArm height adjusts in 11 steps with a button; armrest rotates 60° inward (2 steps)
Headrest: No headrest option; High Back version has an adjustable neck support pillowWith-headrest type (tall back)
Warranty: Steelcase Limited Lifetime WarrantyStructure 10 years (purchases from Jan 1, 2023); mechanisms and moving parts 2 years; exterior and surface finish 1 year

From 7 Steelcase Karman and 8 Kokuyo Ing user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which has a headrest?

Only the Kokuyo Ing (as standard); the Steelcase Karman does not offer one.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Karman, and comfort for the Kokuyo Ing, based on review summaries.