UPLIFT Pursuit vs Steelcase Think V2

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

UPLIFT Pursuit

UPLIFT Desk

UPLIFT Pursuit

$499

VS
Steelcase Think V2

Steelcase

Steelcase Think V2

$1,199 – $1,681

$700

lower starting price for UPLIFT Pursuit than Steelcase Think V2 at the brand stores

UPLIFT PursuitSteelcase Think V2
Price
$499$1,199 – $1,681
Seat height
17" to 21" H16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 18–25 in (45.7-63.5 cm)
Seat depth
18.9" D; Usable seat depth 18"15.5" to 18" (seat depth adjusts 2.5")
Load capacity
250 lb (≈ 113 kg)400 lb (181.4 kg)
Recline
0° to 20° positive; back tilt tension adjust ManualWeight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with four settings: upright back lock, mid-back stop, boost setting and weight-activated full recline
Arms
3" vertical adjustment; armrest pad angle (in and out)4D arms, height-adjustable arms, fixed arms or armless
Headrest
Integrated adjustable headrest; headrest height adjustment 3.9"Optional headrest adjusts vertically to support head and neck
Lumbar support
Lumbar support height (adjusts with seat back height); lumbar support depthAdjustable lumbar with embedded spring energy comes standard
Warranty
15 year warranty on all UPLIFT Desk productsLimited Lifetime; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

What users mention

From 3 UPLIFT Pursuit and 8 Steelcase Think V2 user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

  • Adjustability

    UPLIFT Pursuit5 mentions
    Steelcase Think V25 mentions
  • Comfort

    UPLIFT Pursuit2 mentions
    Steelcase Think V27 mentions
  • Price and value

    UPLIFT Pursuit4 mentions
    Steelcase Think V24 mentions
  • Build quality

    UPLIFT Pursuit2 mentions
    Steelcase Think V23 mentions
  • Back support

    UPLIFT Pursuit1 mention
    Steelcase Think V24 mentions
  • Size and fit

    UPLIFT Pursuit0 mentions
    Steelcase Think V25 mentions

Questions

Which is cheaper, the UPLIFT Pursuit or the Steelcase Think V2?

The UPLIFT Pursuit is cheaper to start: $499 versus $1,199 for the Steelcase Think V2 at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the UPLIFT Pursuit as standard and the Steelcase Think V2 as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Adjustability for the UPLIFT Pursuit, and comfort for the Steelcase Think V2, based on review summaries.

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