Steelcase Leap Chair

Steelcase Leap Chair

A 400 lb-rated task chair with LiveBack motion, height-adjustable lumbar and 4D arms, sold at a premium.

  • Ergonomic office
  • Fabric
  • 181 kg

PCPR score

8.2

Great

Best price we’ve seen

$2,167Nov 9

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The short version

Leap is Steelcase's classic ergonomic task chair, built around LiveBack technology that lets the backrest contour as the spine moves, with height-adjustable lumbar support, a lower-back firmness dial and 4D arms. Steelcase rates it for up to 400 lb, sells a Leap Plus version for users up to 500 lb, and backs it with a 12-year warranty. The Steelcase Store price puts it in direct competition with the Aeron and Embody, so buyers should compare fit before spending this much.

Pros

  • LiveBack back contours as the spine moves
  • Height-adjustable lumbar with a lower-back firmness dial
  • 4D arms adjust for height, depth, width and pivot
  • 400 lb rating, with a 500 lb Leap Plus option
  • 12-year warranty

Cons

  • High Steelcase Store price
  • Fabric and frame options affect the final price

Best for

  • Long daily desk hours
  • Buyers who want fine lumbar and arm control

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Full specifications

Core

Type
Ergonomic office
Material
Fabric

Fit

Weight capacity
181 kg

Features

Armrests
Height-, depth-, width- and pivot-adjustable 4D arms (armless and height-only options)
Adjustable lumbar
Yes
Warranty
12 years

Compatibility notes

  • Steelcase rates the Leap chair for up to 400 lb; Leap Plus supports up to 500 lb.

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What reviewers and owners say

  • r/OfficeChairs · u/SD-777

    Positive

    A long-time owner who bought a used Leap V2 for $300 and reupholstered it himself calls it the best chair he has owned, staying comfortable through 8-10+ hour sessions.

  • r/OfficeChairs · u/Much-Bit3531

    Positive

    A 260-lb buyer of a refurbished Crandall Leap V2 in top-grain leather praises its smooth casters, wide adjustment range, and responsive customer support at around $1,000.

Summaries are written in our words. Follow the links for each source’s own review.

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Common questions

What is the difference between Leap and Leap Plus?

Steelcase describes Leap Plus as offering the same benefits and functionality as Leap with support for users up to 500 lb, compared with 400 lb for the standard chair.

Does the Leap have adjustable lumbar support?

Yes. Steelcase includes standard height-adjustable lumbar and a lower-back firmness dial for additional support.

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