Allsteel Acuity vs Generation by Knoll

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

Allsteel

Allsteel Acuity

$2,655 – $6,192

Knoll

Generation by Knoll

$1,653 – $1,886

$1,002

lower starting price for Generation by Knoll than Allsteel Acuity at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Allsteel AcuityGeneration by Knoll

Price: $2,655 – $6,192$1,653 – $1,886
Recline: Weight-activated mechanism synchronizes seat and back movements; slide control locks, tightens and loosens the tiltSeat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°
Arms: 8-way adjustable armsArm height from seat 6.625–11.125 in (Thin) / 6.125–10.625 in (Ultra); High performance arm pads adjust 2 in width (1 per arm), 1.5 in depth and pivot 45°
Lumbar support: AcuFit mesh carrier provides continuous support from shoulders to lumbarFixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 in
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty; 12 years on seating controls, pneumatic cylinders, glides, casters, arm caps, foam12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)

From 10 Allsteel Acuity and 2 Generation by Knoll user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Allsteel Acuity or the Generation by Knoll?

The Generation by Knoll is cheaper to start: $1,653 versus $2,655 for the Allsteel Acuity at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Adjustability for the Allsteel Acuity, and comfort for the Generation by Knoll, based on review summaries.