Steelcase Think V2 vs Interstuhl Pure Active
Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.
Steelcase
Steelcase Think V2
$1,199 – $1,681
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Differences at a glance
Sources
- Understanding and Specifying Think 465 Series Work Chairs (Steelcase Seating Specification Guide, February 2022; hosted on my.steelcase.com) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Interstuhl Technical data sheet PU213 (PUREis3) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Steelcase Think cut sheet (Item #23-0000070 07/24) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Interstuhl PUREis3 operating instructions ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- US Steelcase Store (price) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Interstuhl Shop (Germany) (price) ↗Checked Oct 11, 2026
Steelcase Think V2Interstuhl Pure Active
- Price
- $1,199 – $1,681€755 – €799
- Seat height
- 16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 18–25 in (45.7-63.5 cm)430–535 mm (16.9–21.1 in); low: 385 - 445 mm (15.2–17.5 in); high: 450 - 580 mm (17.7–22.8 in)
- Seat depth
- 15.5" to 18" (seat depth adjusts 2.5")460 mm (18.1 in)
- Load capacity
- 400 lb (181.4 kg)120 kg (265 lb)
- Recline
- Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with four settings: upright back lock, mid-back stop, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineSmart Spring technology: material flexibility in the upper backrest of up to 22 degrees to each side; lateral range of movement of up to 26 degrees on the seat; forward movements of up to 12 degrees
- Arms
- 4D arms, height-adjustable arms, fixed arms or armlessT-armrests, rigid; 4D T-armrests, adjustable height/width/depth, rotatable (options)
- Warranty
- Limited Lifetime; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor10-year warranty
What users mention
From 8 Steelcase Think V2 and 1 Interstuhl Pure Active user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.
Adjustability
Steelcase Think V25 mentionsInterstuhl Pure Active11 mentionsBuild quality
Steelcase Think V23 mentionsInterstuhl Pure Active9 mentionsSize and fit
Steelcase Think V25 mentionsInterstuhl Pure Active6 mentionsBack support
Steelcase Think V24 mentionsInterstuhl Pure Active7 mentionsComfort
Steelcase Think V27 mentionsInterstuhl Pure Active2 mentionsArmrests
Steelcase Think V24 mentionsInterstuhl Pure Active5 mentions
Questions
What do owners mention most?
Comfort for the Steelcase Think V2, and adjustability for the Interstuhl Pure Active, based on review summaries.
Steelcase Think V2: specs, reviews, where to buy →Interstuhl Pure Active: specs, reviews, where to buy →
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- Steelcase Think V2 vs Steelcase Gesture Steelcase Think V2 lists at $1,199 – $1,681; Steelcase Gesture at $1,599 – $2,560 (official stores).
- Interstuhl Pure Active vs Herman Miller Aeron Arms: T-armrests, rigid on Interstuhl Pure Active; Arm height 7.5–11.5 in on Herman Miller Aeron.

