Steelcase Leap V2 vs Okamura Sylphy

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

Okamura

Okamura Sylphy

From ¥106,040

≈ $680

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Leap V2Okamura Sylphy

Price: $1,499 – $2,667From ¥106,040
Recline: Variable back stop, five stops; seat-to-back angle 96°–120°Back-seat synchro recline with forward tilt: 23° upright to reclined, 10° upright to forward; locks in 4 positions
Arms: Arm height 4 in range, depth 3 in, width 4.5 in overall, pivot 30°Adjustable arms: 100 mm height; arm pad 50 mm front-back, 20° inward, 20° outward
Headrest: Optional (+$340 list; not on stools or Leap Plus)Adjustable headrest: 100 mm height, 35° angle
Lumbar support: LiveBack with height-adjustable lumbar (5 in) + lower back firmnessLumbar support (mesh back): height adjusts over 60 mm
Warranty: Steelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and laborStructure 8 years (purchases from Jan 5, 2021); mechanisms and moving parts 2 years; exterior and surface finish 1 year

From 366 Steelcase Leap V2 and 2 Okamura Sylphy user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Steelcase Leap V2 as an option and the Okamura Sylphy as standard.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Leap V2, and comfort for the Okamura Sylphy, based on review summaries.