Steelcase Gesture
Nine straight years as Wirecutter's top pick, 12-year 24/7 warranty, and the lowest meaningful failure rate in the category. The safest decade-long purchase in office chairs.
Consolidated from 39 cited sources across 30 outlets
Where the cited sources landed, as we read them
- 1 glowing source
- 1 enthusiastic source
- 26 positive sources
- 11 mixed sources
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Pros & cons
- ✓ Wirecutter's top pick for most people for nine consecutive years
- ✓ 12-year warranty covering 24/7 use
- ✓ Among the lowest failure rates in commercial deployments
- ✓ Owners praise its quality, sturdiness, and warranty support
- ✗ Expensive
The sources behind this ranking
We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.
Evidence 6 articles, 31 video reviews and 2 community sources
26 positive sources
Just purchased and so far so good. I tried out the Leap at the dealership and found the Gesture was a more sturdy solid and more comfortable of the two. The small play in the upright position is more a bonus for me and the overall support and comfort is making me smile. The arms are brilliant and I adjust them every day when I'm spending time using a phone or tablet at my desktop. A great chair.Watch A
Steelcase Gesture - The Best Chair for Tall PeopleWatch S
The chair is amazing, I have never tired anything of such quality. Even the most expensive mesh chair from Staples pales in comparison. If you think of comparison, that will be something what Germans do with their cars manufacturing. The materials feel solid, there is nothing making rattle or noise, the cushion is comfortable enough and at the same time feels sturdy and responsive.Watch A
These are the best tips and tricks for buying a used Steelcase Gesture! Let's get Ahnest.Watch B
The bottom line is that the Steelcase Gesture is a solid chair. With the same score as the Leap, it is basically positioned as the 1-B spot for our best office chairs. I can see the value in both chairs and which one you prefer will come down to personal preference on a few key areas. If you’re on a tight budget, the Gesture is likely out of your price range.Read C
The Steelcase gesture Chair is a fantastic chair with a great selection of ergonomic adjustments, so we wanted to make a quick guide to walk you though all of the options at your disposal.Watch I
A chair like the Steelcase Gesture, for example, offers tons of adjustments on top of an already-comfortable ergonomic design. Its armrests are the best and most adjustable in the business, and it’s also one of the best-looking chairs you can buy – even now, more than a decade after its release.Read U
Sam at Division TV, makers of Graveyard Carz, lets us know why he loves the Steelcase Gesture Chair.Watch F
The Steelcase Gesture takes the supportive LiveBack design first developed for the Leap (our pick for Best Upgrade) and adds the most adjustable armrests we found in our research and testing.Read M
This is one of the most high end and comfortable chairs on the market and fits a wide array of the population including tall people like me. Ill take you through everything you need to know about it, including the adjustments. Also thank you guys so much for the 1000 subs, your support has been awesome and the channel is here because of all of you.Watch I Instagram Instagram post
Appreciation post for my Steelcase Gesture chair, my faithful companion through hours of tour prep, recording sessions, and music lessons. My cat Canteloupe approves, so should you.View post O
The Steelcase Gesture is widely considered one of the most advanced ergonomic chairs on the market, but is it still the right investment for your setup in 2023?Watch P
The foremost of these is holy smokes does it feel good to sit in. Mere words simply can't do the sense of cossetting any justice.Read L
This ergonomic work chair is designed for ultimate comfort and versatility in the office. Watch as I demonstrate how easy it is to adjust the chair to fit your personal preferences, from the 360-degree arms to the wheels designed for carpeted floors.Watch I Instagram Instagram post
The Steelcase Gesture is built to move with you — designed to support every posture, every task, and every kind of workday.View post C
Initial impression, I think that it's very comfortable. Um, the arms move in and out, but also up and down. So, you can adjust it. So, you do up and down this way and this way. Then here you have the lumbar support. So you could adjust it up or down.Watch A
The Steelcase Gesture has made me more comfortable than any office chair I've ever owned, and my only regret is not buying it sooner.Watch W
Upgrade your office experience with the Steelcase Gesture Office Chair, the pinnacle of ergonomic design and comfort. This chair is built to support various postures and long hours of sitting, making it perfect for those who spend extended periods at their desks.Watch E
That's where the Steelcase Gesture in navy leather steps in. Link is in the description if you want to check the product details on Amazon. First off, the Gesture isn't trying to be a one-size-fits-all cheap fix. Steelcase designed it around the way we actually move while we work. Think of the endless switch between typing, sketching, using a tablet, or even leaning back to think.Watch T
If you're looking for a high-quality office chair that provides all-day comfort and support, the Steelcase Gesture Chair is an excellent choice. With its ergonomic design, adjustable features, and durable construction, this chair is perfect for professionals who spend long hours at their desk.Watch T
The goal of this review is to help you decide whether the Steelcase Gesture really earns its reputation or if you'd be better off putting that budget toward a different solution. Link is in the description if you want to check the product details on Amazon. First off, let's talk about why the Gesture often lands on must-have lists.Watch S
Steelcase Gesture Chair Review: Worth Every Penny!Watch L
I bought a Steelcase Gesture with headrest as a factory authorized return from Crandall Office Furniture. It is a really nice chair. It is built well and sturdy. It operates quietly and is highly adjustable.Watch S
Optimize your comfort in the Steelcase Gesture chairWatch S
This ergonomic work chair is designed to enhance your comfort and productivity throughout the day. The chair's intuitive-to-adjust mechanism ensures a perfect fit for your body, allowing you to stay focused on your work. With 360-degree arms, you can easily move and position yourself without any restrictions.Watch B
This ergonomic work chair is designed with wheels for carpet, making it a versatile option for any office space. The comfortable design and intuitive-to-adjust features make it a great choice for anyone looking for a supportive and adaptable chair for their desk. The 360-degree arms and graphite gray fabric add to the overall functionality and style of this chair.Watch
11 mixed sources
For me the thing that makes me not like the chair that much is the backrest: the issue with the lumbar support you mentioned can be really uncomfortable, the actual lumbar support is comprised of the backrest (which is nice) and a VERY stiff plastic bit that you can adjust up or down, the issue is that as you recline is will find a position that is not comfortable and it becomes REALLY uncomfortable, like having to take a break uncomfortable.Watch B
Over the last three years, I've come to realize the Steelcase Gesture is one of my favorite Steelcase chairs. From it's high end look, to armrests that are so adjustable, I can't believe everyone wouldn't be able to find a comfortable position.Watch B
I especially liked your comments on the different seat pan designs on the Leap and the Gesture -- I agree with you that the fact that the Gesture has a seat pan that DOESN'T slide forward as you recline seems to be an advantage. If your butt slides forward as you recline, then your lower back is pulled away from the back of the chair -- the result is that your lower back is no longer supported.Watch T
The big question is whether the extra cost translates into everyday comfort and durability or if it's just a status symbol that ends up gathering dust in a corner. When I started looking at ergonomic chairs, the first thing I noticed is how easy it is to get lost in a sea of technical jargon. Adjustable lumbar synretilt for D armrests. You name it.Watch O
Is the Gesture the ultimate chair for your desk? You can find our professionally renewed Steelcase Gesture chairs right here: https://www.officelogixshop.com/products/steelcase-gesture-platinum-frame-desk-chair We offer free shipping on most orders in the USA! Have a technical question? Our team is much faster at responding through our official support portal than here on YouTube.Watch C
I've had my Steelcase Gesture since 2021 and I used to really love it. Recently, however, my legs and specifically the back of my thighs have started to get pretty sore after sitting in it for only a short period. I'm pretty sure it's the design of the cushion and front of the seat that causes pressure. I've read the same critique from other reviews.Watch S
So it seems this chair is perfect if you're 6 feet tall. At 5' 8" i think i may be too short. Shame cos the only other chair I like better in styling and attributes is the embody, but it's the most expensive of all and ax reasonable number of people also don't seem to gel with it. Actually just found this on another website: 3.Watch B
I'm not 100% happy with the Gesture but have bought a lumber pillow and additional memory foam seat to try make this chair better.Watch C
Great video, disappointed to need maintenance in less than 6 months with squeaks. Bloopers were great!Watch M
🤔 a few amazon reviews of this gesture chair are mixed. expensive chairs.Watch H
My biggest gripe with the gesture is also the headrest.Watch
Frequently asked questions
It ranks #1 of 16 on our office chairs tier list, in S tier. That placement draws on 39 cited sources across 30 outlets.
None of the 39 sources with a clear view is critical of it. Expensive.
On our office chairs board, Steelcase Gesture ranks #1 (S tier) ahead of Steelcase Leap V2 at #2 (A tier). Steelcase Leap V2: The refurb market exists because these frames refuse to die. 15-year service lives are routine. Slightly less arm range than the Gesture keeps it at two.
On our office chairs board, Steelcase Gesture ranks #1 (S tier) ahead of Herman Miller Embody at #5 (B tier). Herman Miller Embody: Superb build and support for marathon sitting with the same 12-year warranty. Ranked below the Aeron on price-to-longevity and occasional back-creak complaints.
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A tier #2 Steelcase Leap V2
B tier #3 Herman Miller Aeron
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B tier #5 1 of 8 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. Herman Miller Embody
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D tier #13 2 of 7 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. Herman Miller Cosm
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F tier #16 3 of 8 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.