Steelcase Leap V2 vs UPLIFT Pursuit

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

UPLIFT Desk

UPLIFT Pursuit

$499

$1,000

lower starting price for UPLIFT Pursuit than Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Leap V2UPLIFT Pursuit

Price: $1,499 – $2,667$499
Seat height: 15.5–20.5 in standard; 17–24 in with optional 7 in cylinder17" to 21" H
Seat depth: 15.75–18.75 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 19 in18.9" D; Usable seat depth 18"
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg)250 lb (≈ 113 kg)
Recline: Variable back stop, five stops; seat-to-back angle 96°–120°0° to 20° positive; back tilt tension adjust Manual
Arms: Arm height 4 in range, depth 3 in, width 4.5 in overall, pivot 30°3" vertical adjustment; armrest pad angle (in and out)
Headrest: Optional (+$340 list; not on stools or Leap Plus)Integrated adjustable headrest; headrest height adjustment 3.9"
Lumbar support: LiveBack with height-adjustable lumbar (5 in) + lower back firmnessLumbar support height (adjusts with seat back height); lumbar support depth
Warranty: Steelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor15 year warranty on all UPLIFT Desk products

From 366 Steelcase Leap V2 and 3 UPLIFT Pursuit user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Leap V2 or the UPLIFT Pursuit?

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

Which has a higher weight capacity?

The Steelcase Leap V2, rated for 400 lb versus 250 lb for the UPLIFT Pursuit.

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Steelcase Leap V2 as an option and the UPLIFT Pursuit as standard.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Leap V2, and adjustability for the UPLIFT Pursuit, based on review summaries.