Steelcase Series 2 vs Arper Kinesit

Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 2

$749 – $1,171

Arper

Arper Kinesit

$1,655 – $2,862

$906

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 2 than Arper Kinesit at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 2Arper Kinesit

Price: $749 – $1,171$1,655 – $2,862
Seat height: 16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 14.75–18 in (37.5-45.7 cm); 17.25–22 in (43.8-55.9 cm)16.5–21.25 in
Recline: Angle between seat and back 99.5° to 119°3-position backrest recline
Arms: Arm height from seat 7.5"H to 11.5"H: Adjustablefixed or adjustable nylon armrests on request
Lumbar support: Lumbar height from seat 8.5"H to 9.75"Hadjustable lumbar support, up to 2 3/8"

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 2 or the Arper Kinesit?

The Steelcase Series 2 is cheaper to start: $749 versus $1,655 for the Arper Kinesit at the brand stores (Sep 2026).