Steelcase Leap V2 vs Haworth Zody II

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

Haworth

Haworth Zody II

$1,055 – $1,705

$444

lower starting price for Haworth Zody II than Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Leap V2Haworth Zody II

Price: $1,499 – $2,667$1,055 – $1,705
Seat height: 15.5–20.5 in standard; 17–24 in with optional 7 in cylinder406–533 mm (office chair); 445–615 mm (dual posture) (16–21 in; 17.5–24.2 in)
Seat depth: 15.75–18.75 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 19 in427–495 mm (16.8–19.5 in)
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg)< 181 kg (399 lb)
Recline: Variable back stop, five stops; seat-to-back angle 96°–120°Balanced 3-point tilt: back reclines 24° from upright, seat pan moves down 3°; back stop in 6 positions (upright and every 4°); forward tilt; tilt tension crank
Arms: Arm height 4 in range, depth 3 in, width 4.5 in overall, pivot 30°4D arms: height, side to side, front to back, arm cap pivot; Arm height 193–295 mm above the seat (7.6–11.6 in)
Headrest: Optional (+$340 list; not on stools or Leap Plus)Not yet generally available: listed as '(phase 2)' in Asia Pacific and 'coming soon' in EMEA
Lumbar support: LiveBack with height-adjustable lumbar (5 in) + lower back firmnessPAL™ (Pelvic and Asymmetrical Lumbar) back system: height-adjustable lumbar with independent left/right support; AP also height-adjustable lumbar or no lumbar
Warranty: Steelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor12 years, 24/7 multiple shift (Asia Pacific)

From 366 Steelcase Leap V2 and 21 Haworth Zody II user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Leap V2 or the Haworth Zody II?

The Haworth Zody II is cheaper to start: $1,055 versus $1,499 for the Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Only the Steelcase Leap V2 (as an option); the Haworth Zody II does not have one available yet.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Leap V2, and back support for the Haworth Zody II, based on review summaries.