Steelcase Leap V2 vs Vitra ID Soft

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

Vitra

Vitra ID Soft

From $995

$504

lower starting price for Vitra ID Soft than Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Leap V2Vitra ID Soft

Price: $1,499 – $2,667From $995
Seat height: 15.5–20.5 in standard; 17–24 in with optional 7 in cylinder400–520 mm (15¾″–20½″), measured with 64 kg load; 450 mm (17¾″) fixed seat height
Seat depth: 15.75–18.75 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 19 in400–450 mm; 380 mm
Recline: Variable back stop, five stops; seat-to-back angle 96°–120°FlowMotion mechanism, lockable in upright sitting position, optional synchronised forward tilt; or optional AutoMotion mechanism with automatic weight adjustment and two backrest tension settings (hard or soft). No recline angle published.
Arms: Arm height 4 in range, depth 3 in, width 4.5 in overall, pivot 30°2D armrests (height, width) or 3D armrests (height, width, depth, 360° swivel); ring armrests for conference use; also without armrests. Armrest height above seat 195–295 mm (7¾″–11½″)
Warranty: Steelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor5 years (Vitra Inc. Limited Warranty, sales via the Vitra online shop)

From 366 Steelcase Leap V2 and 4 Vitra ID Soft user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Leap V2 or the Vitra ID Soft?

The Vitra ID Soft is cheaper to start: $995 versus $1,499 for the Steelcase Leap V2 at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Leap V2, and price and value for the Vitra ID Soft, based on review summaries.