Steelcase Gesture Review: Worth Every Penny

When it comes to seating, few names are as widely known and respected as Steelcase. It has been in business for more than 100 years and has released iconic pieces of furniture, such as the Steelcase Leap, a staple recommendation for chair shoppers and a staple ergonomic chair in offices around the world.

Today, we’re looking at the company’s flagship, the Steelcase Gesture. It’s an ergonomic chair that’s perfect for long hours at the PC and one of the best gaming chairs — nay, chairs in general — we’ve ever experienced.

It’s expensive but worth every penny.

Specifications

• Current Price: 
  • Starting at $1,371 (Amazon, Steelcase) 
  • Configuration Reviewed: $1,701
• Key Features
  • Designed with 3D LiveBack®, the contoured backrest aligns perfectly with your spine’s natural S-shape, providing continuous lower back support whether you’re sitting up for a meeting or reclining back and typing a text.
  • A flexible seat edge in the front relieves pressure points under your thighs while the soft edge around the perimeter supports different sitting styles.
  • Fully adjustable 360° arms, mimic the human arm for comfortable support as you work across multiple devices.  As you move, the armrests remain parallel to the worksurface, so you can stay comfortable and connected at every angle of recline.
  • Gesture is ideal for users who prefer a dialed in, precise fit. All adjustments are located on the right-hand side within an arm’s reach—easy to find and use.
  • Quality & durability – Gesture is tested above industry standards to ensure reliability now and in the future
  • Warrantied to last – 12-year, multi-shift, on both parts and labor
• Overall Height: 39.25″ – 44.25″
• Overall Width: 22.375″ – 34.625″ 
• Overall Depth: 21″ – 23.625″
• Seat Depth:  8.25″ 
• Functional Seat Depth: 15.75″ – 18.5″
• Seat Width: 20″
• Seat Height from Floor: 16″ – 21″ 
• Back Width: 16.75″ 
• Back Height from Seat: 24.06″
• Back Height from Seat with Headrest: 25.375″ 
• Back Lumbar Height: 9.25″
• Lumbar Flex Zone: 4″
• Width Between Arms: