Fine-grained lower-back control
Separate lumbar height and firmness adjustments make support less one-size-fits-all.
Steelcase
Leap Chair
Steelcase's highly adjustable 400-pound-rated task chair with LiveBack, Natural Glide recline, four-dimensional arms and 12-year multi-shift coverage.
- Score
- 8.4/10
- Est. life
- 15 yrs
- Cover
- 12 yrs
Last-known catalog price
$2023.00
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Product Overview
The Steelcase Leap is built around manual fit control. LiveBack changes shape with the spine, a separate lower-back firmness dial changes lumbar pressure, and the height-adjustable lumbar pad moves to the preferred level. The seat slides through a three-inch depth range and glides forward during rec...
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Specifications
- OverviewBrand
- Steelcase
- OverviewProduct category
- ergonomic-office-chairs
- OverviewMPN
- 46216179
- OverviewExpected lifespan
- 15 years · We Buy It For Life editorial estimate
- Warranty & ServiceWarranty
- 144 months · Multi-shift 24/7 parts and labor
Why We Love It
The features that make this product stand out from the competition.
Recline that preserves reach
Natural Glide moves the seat as the back reclines so screens and input devices stay closer.
Built for continuous use
The 400-pound rating and 12-year multi-shift parts-and-labor warranty are unusually explicit.
Detailed Quality Score Breakdown
Core Performance
Primary Performance
9.2
Official documentation lists LiveBack, Natural Glide, adjustable lumbar firmness and 4D arms.
Feature Richness
8.2
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Build Quality
8.7
Steelcase rates standard Leap to 400 pounds and supports it for multi-shift 24/7 use.
Reliability Score
8.6
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Longevity
Durability Rating
8.8
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Wear Resistance
8.1
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Component Replaceability
8.2
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Design Timelessness
8.7
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Serviceability
Repairability
7.9
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Spare Parts Availability
8.0
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Warranty Coverage
8.5
Steelcase publishes 12-year multi-shift 24/7 parts-and-labor coverage for Leap.
Service Network
8.1
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Value
Total Cost of Ownership
7.8
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Resale Value Retention
7.8
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
User Satisfaction
8.8
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
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What adjustments can be made on the Steelcase Leap chair?
The Leap is designed for a manual, individualized fit. Its 4D arms adjust for height, width, depth and pivot; the lumbar support adjusts in height and lower-back firmness; the seat depth and recline resistance can also be set to suit the user.
How do LiveBack and Natural Glide work on the Leap?
LiveBack is designed to contour and adapt with the natural movement of the spine while supporting the back. The Natural Glide System lets the seat glide forward as the back reclines, helping the user stay connected to the work surface and maintain posture.
How much recline control does the Steelcase Leap provide?
The Leap has a full manual recline range with four recline-angle settings and an upright back lock. This lets the user choose a constrained working position or recline within the selected range rather than relying on a single fixed tilt setting.
What are the standard dimensions of the Leap upholstered chair?
For the Leap Upholstered Chair variation shown in Steelcase’s specifications, the listed dimensions are 27 inches wide, 21.75–24.75 inches deep and 38.5–43.5 inches high. Seat height is listed as 15.5–20.5 inches, and product weight is 47 pounds.
What warranty and repair support is available for the Steelcase Leap?
The Steelcase Store advertises the Leap with a 12-year warranty. Steelcase’s warranty page says its Limited Lifetime Warranty provides repair or replacement of covered parts at no charge when they fail under normal use; exact coverage depends on the applicable regional and product terms.
How should the Leap’s upholstered surfaces be cleaned?
Steelcase advises not using disinfectants on fabric unless the fabric is specifically approved for them. For deep cleaning, its guidance uses one part clear dish detergent to 16 parts water, a light spray, a 1–2 minute dwell time, removal of moisture with a wet/dry vacuum, and complete air drying.
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