Anthros Chair vs Generation by Knoll

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

Anthros

Anthros Chair

From $1,949

Knoll

Generation by Knoll

$1,653 – $1,886

$296

lower starting price for Generation by Knoll than Anthros Chair at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Anthros ChairGeneration by Knoll

Price: From $1,949$1,653 – $1,886
Seat height: 17.1–20.7 in (5-spoke swivel base); 17.9–21.1 in (4-spoke fixed base)16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)
Seat depth: 15.2–18.3 in (38.7–46.6 cm (official cm))15.75–18.75 in with arms, 15.75–18.25 in armless (Ultra); 15–18 in with arms, 15–17.5 in armless (Thin)
Load capacity: 300 lb (136 kg)300 lb (136.1 kg)
Recline: Decompress Mode tilt: 0°–16°; five tilt options – three locked positions (Active −2°, Standard 1°, Decompress 5°) and two unlocked (Free-Float, Full Decompress to 16°)Seat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°
Arms: 4D Arms (option) or No Arms; the arms adjust in height, width, depth and angle; Arm height 7.7–11.8 in; arm width (outside) 24.75–27 inArm 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: Precision Posture System: independently adjustable Upper Back + Lower Back Pelvis Support (no conventional lumbar pad)Fixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 in
Warranty: 12-year limited warranty (components and workmanship, from date of purchase; original purchaser; non-transferable)12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)

From 16 Anthros Chair and 2 Generation by Knoll user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Anthros Chair or the Generation by Knoll?

The Generation by Knoll is cheaper to start: $1,653 versus $1,949 for the Anthros Chair at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

Neither. Both are rated for 300 lb in their official specifications.

What do owners mention most?

Price and value for the Anthros Chair, and comfort for the Generation by Knoll, based on review summaries.