Steelcase Leap V2 vs HBADA E3 Ultra

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

HBADA

HBADA E3 Ultra

$809

$690

lower starting price for HBADA E3 Ultra than Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Leap V2HBADA E3 Ultra

Price: $1,499 – $2,667$809
Seat depth: 15.75–18.75 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 19 in1.97" seat-depth adjustment (HBADA does not publish the seat-depth range)
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg)330 lb
Recline: Variable back stop, five stops; seat-to-back angle 96°–120°Reclines up to 140° with multiple locking positions
Arms: Arm height 4 in range, depth 3 in, width 4.5 in overall, pivot 30°720° Omni-Mechanical Armrests: 360° pad rotation and body swivel
Headrest: Optional (+$340 list; not on stools or Leap Plus)4D Biaxial Adjustable Headrest: frame rotation 70°, tilt and rotation 70°, up/down 1.8", forward/backward 2.2"
Lumbar support: LiveBack with height-adjustable lumbar (5 in) + lower back firmness3-Zone Elastic Lumbar Support: wings rotate 40°, 14° dynamic support, 1" front/back, 1.6" up/down
Warranty: Steelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor5 years

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Leap V2 or the HBADA E3 Ultra?

The HBADA E3 Ultra is cheaper to start: $809 versus $1,499 for the Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Steelcase Leap V2 as an option and the HBADA E3 Ultra as standard.