Steelcase Think V2 vs Kokuyo Ing
Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.
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
- KOKUYO ing instruction manual (8. Specifications) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- KOKUYO Workstyle Shop – ing, cushion type, lateral type, adjustable arms ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Steelcase Think cut sheet (Item #23-0000070 07/24) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- KOKUYO quality warranty for office furniture ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- US Steelcase Store (price) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- KOKUYO Workstyle Shop (Japan) (price) ↗Checked Sep 25, 2026
Steelcase Think V2Kokuyo Ing
- Price
- $1,199 – $1,681¥119,790 – ¥183,150
- Seat height
- 16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 18–25 in (45.7-63.5 cm)425–515 mm (16.7–20.3 in)
- Seat depth
- 15.5" to 18" (seat depth adjusts 2.5")455 mm (17.9 in)
- Recline
- Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with four settings: upright back lock, mid-back stop, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineGliding mechanism (back and seat move 360° front-back and side to side); front free tilt
- Arms
- 4D arms, height-adjustable arms, fixed arms or armlessArm height adjusts in 11 steps with a button; armrest rotates 60° inward (2 steps)
- Headrest
- Optional headrest adjusts vertically to support head and neckWith-headrest type (tall back)
- Warranty
- Limited Lifetime; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and laborStructure 10 years (purchases from Jan 1, 2023); mechanisms and moving parts 2 years; exterior and surface finish 1 year
What users mention
From 8 Steelcase Think V2 and 8 Kokuyo Ing user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.
Comfort
Steelcase Think V27 mentionsKokuyo Ing7 mentionsPrice and value
Steelcase Think V24 mentionsKokuyo Ing4 mentionsSeat
Steelcase Think V21 mentionKokuyo Ing7 mentionsAdjustability
Steelcase Think V25 mentionsKokuyo Ing2 mentionsSize and fit
Steelcase Think V25 mentionsKokuyo Ing2 mentionsBack support
Steelcase Think V24 mentionsKokuyo Ing3 mentions
Questions
Which has a headrest?
Both: the Steelcase Think V2 as an option and the Kokuyo Ing as standard.
What do owners mention most?
Comfort for the Steelcase Think V2, and comfort for the Kokuyo Ing, based on review summaries.
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- Steelcase Think V2 vs Herman Miller Aeron Load capacity: 400 lb on Steelcase Think V2; 300 / 350 / 400 lb on Herman Miller Aeron.
- Steelcase Think V2 vs Steelcase Gesture Steelcase Think V2 lists at $1,199 – $1,681; Steelcase Gesture at $1,599 – $2,560 (official stores).
- Kokuyo Ing vs Herman Miller Aeron Headrest: With-headrest type on Kokuyo Ing; None offered by Herman Miller on Herman Miller Aeron.
- Kokuyo Ing vs Steelcase Gesture Headrest: With-headrest type on Kokuyo Ing; Optional on Steelcase Gesture.
