Steelcase Think V2 vs X-Chair X3

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

X-Chair

X-Chair X3

$979

$220

lower starting price for X-Chair X3 than Steelcase Think V2 at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Think V2X-Chair X3

Price: $1,199 – $1,681$979
Seat height: 16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 18–25 in (45.7-63.5 cm)17.69–22 in
Seat depth: 15.5" to 18" (seat depth adjusts 2.5")16.75–19.25 in
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg)275 lb (125 kg)
Recline: Weight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with four settings: upright back lock, mid-back stop, boost setting and weight-activated full reclineSciFloat Infinite Recline + Tilt Lock and Tension allows you to recline and lock into position or increase tension in your recline motion for more fluid movement.
Arms: 4D arms, height-adjustable arms, fixed arms or armless4-Dimensional armrests come standard (up, down, side-to-side, front-to-back); option to upgrade to FS 360 rotational armrests; Armrest Height 5.875in - 8.875in
Headrest: Optional headrest adjusts vertically to support head and neckOptional add-on (standard configuration: No headrest; Headrest +$115)
Lumbar support: Adjustable lumbar with embedded spring energy comes standardDynamic Variable Lumbar (DVL)® Support; height adjustable backrest raises the DVL®
Warranty: Limited Lifetime; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor5 years (all parts and materials); 15 years (non-moving metal components, chair frame)

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Think V2 or the X-Chair X3?

The X-Chair X3 is cheaper to start: $979 versus $1,199 for the Steelcase Think V2 at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Steelcase Think V2 as an option and the X-Chair X3 as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Think V2, and comfort for the X-Chair X3, based on review summaries.