Wilkhahn ON vs Steelcase Gesture

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

Wilkhahn

Wilkhahn ON

Price on request

Steelcase

Steelcase Gesture

$1,599 – $2,560

16.9 lb

lighter: Wilkhahn ON weighs less than Steelcase Gesture (official specs)

Differences at a glance

Wilkhahn ONSteelcase Gesture

Price: Price on request$1,599 – $2,560
Seat height: 400 mm – 520 mm (15.7–20.5 in)16–21 in
Seat depth: 400–450 mm (15.7–17.7 in)15.75–18.5 in (functional, 2.75 in adjustment); seat depth 18.25 in
Load capacity: 45 to 120 kg (counter-pressure adjustment range); 24-hour models designed for people weighing up to 120 kg (99–265 lb)400 lb (181.4 kg)
Arms: 3D armrestsWidth 10.25–22.5 in between arms; height 7.25–11.5 in; pivot 15° in/out; depth 2.125 in
Headrest: Optional headrest (height 16 cm) on high backrestOptional (integrated headrest)
Warranty: 5 years (star bases, swivel arms, seat and backrest frames/shells, mechanisms); 2 years (gas lifts, casters, armrests functionality, seat depth adjustment, upholstery)Steelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Wilkhahn ON as an option and the Steelcase Gesture as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Adjustability for the Wilkhahn ON, and comfort for the Steelcase Gesture, based on review summaries.