Steelcase Think V2 vs Okamura Contessa II

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

Okamura

Okamura Contessa II

¥243,650 – ¥377,410

≈ $1,530 – $2,380

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Think V2Okamura Contessa II

Price: $1,199 – $1,681¥243,650 – ¥377,410
Seat height: 16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 18–25 in (45.7-63.5 cm)434–544 mm (17.1–21.4 in)
Seat depth: 15.5" to 18" (seat depth adjusts 2.5")400–450 mm (15.7–17.7 in)
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg)300 lb (136 kg)
Recline: Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with four settings: upright back lock, mid-back stop, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineAnkle-tilt reclining; recline angle 26°
Arms: 4D arms, height-adjustable arms, fixed arms or armless4D arm or fixed arm; armrest height from the floor 604–814 mm (4D arm), 639–749 mm (fixed arm) (23.8–32 in; 25.2–29.5 in)
Headrest: Optional headrest adjusts vertically to support head and neckOptions: large fixed headrest or small adjustable headrest (up/down, front/back, swivel)
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar with embedded spring energy comes standardOptional lumbar support with 60 mm height adjustment (can be retrofitted) (2.4 in)
Warranty: Limited Lifetime; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor10 years: structural components, including mechanisms and adjustable arms; 5 years: casters, gas cylinder, adjustment levers; 2 years: coating finish, mesh and fabric, cushions, arm pads

From 8 Steelcase Think V2 and 2 Okamura Contessa II user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Steelcase Think V2 as an option and the Okamura Contessa II as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Think V2, and comfort for the Okamura Contessa II, based on review summaries.