Steelcase Leap V2 vs Knoll Life Chair

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

Knoll

Knoll Life Chair

From $1,947

$448

lower starting price for Steelcase Leap V2 than Knoll Life Chair at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Leap V2Knoll Life Chair

Price: $1,499 – $2,667From $1,947
Seat height: 15.5–20.5 in standard; 17–24 in with optional 7 in cylinder16.5–21.75 in (42-55 cm); 17" – 22.25"; 17.25–22.5 in (44-57 cm); 15.5" – 19.25"
Seat depth: 15.75–18.75 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 19 in15–19 in (38-48 cm)
Recline: Variable back stop, five stops; seat-to-back angle 96°–120°Angle Between Seat and Back 95° - 119°; Tilt Range of Back 24°
Arms: Arm height 4 in range, depth 3 in, width 4.5 in overall, pivot 30°Arms available in fixed height, height-adjustable or high performance; high performance arms adjust 2.5" in armpad width (1.25" per side) and 3" armpad fore/aft movement; Arm Height from Floor 23.25" - 32.75" (height adjustable / high performance); 26.24" – 31.25" (fixed arm)
Headrest: Optional (+$340 list; not on stools or Leap Plus)Optional headrest measures 9"W x 6" - 9"H
Lumbar support: LiveBack with height-adjustable lumbar (5 in) + lower back firmnessLumbar Support (Fixed) 7.5"; optional height adjustable lumbar (Exceeds 5.5" - 9.8"), 11.5" x 5.5"
Warranty: Steelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and laborStructural components: 12 Years; Upholstery, textiles, leathers, finishes: 3 Years

From 366 Steelcase Leap V2 and 4 Knoll Life Chair user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Leap V2 or the Knoll Life Chair?

The Steelcase Leap V2 is cheaper to start: $1,499 versus $1,947 for the Knoll Life Chair at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Steelcase Leap V2 as an option and the Knoll Life Chair as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Leap V2, and design for the Knoll Life Chair, based on review summaries.