Steelcase Leap V2 vs Arper Kinesit

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

Steelcase

Steelcase Leap V2

$1,499 – $2,667

Arper

Arper Kinesit

$1,655 – $2,862

$156

lower starting price for Steelcase Leap V2 than Arper Kinesit at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Leap V2Arper Kinesit

Price: $1,499 – $2,667$1,655 – $2,862
Seat height: 15.5–20.5 in standard; 17–24 in with optional 7 in cylinder16.5–21.25 in
Recline: Variable back stop, five stops; seat-to-back angle 96°–120°3-position backrest recline
Arms: Arm height 4 in range, depth 3 in, width 4.5 in overall, pivot 30°fixed or adjustable nylon armrests on request
Lumbar support: LiveBack with height-adjustable lumbar (5 in) + lower back firmnessadjustable lumbar support, up to 2 3/8"

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Leap V2 or the Arper Kinesit?

The Steelcase Leap V2 is cheaper to start: $1,499 versus $1,655 for the Arper Kinesit at the brand stores (Sep 2026).