Autonomous ErgoChair Pro vs Haworth Fern

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

Autonomous

Autonomous ErgoChair Pro

$499

Haworth

Haworth Fern

$1,180 – $2,280

$681

lower starting price for Autonomous ErgoChair Pro than Haworth Fern at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Autonomous ErgoChair ProHaworth Fern

Price: $499$1,180 – $2,280
Seat height: 18.5–22 in (47–55.9 cm)16.5–21.5 in (41.9–54.6 cm)
Seat depth: 19–21.5 in (48.3–54.6 cm)15.5–18.5 in (39.4–47 cm)
Load capacity: 300 lb (136.1 kg)350 lb (158.8 kg); 325 lb (147.4 kg)
Recline: Synchro-tilt; 22° recline range; 5 lock positions (Donati reclining mechanism)Synchronized 3-point tilt; 5-position back stop from upright to reclined; optional 5° forward tilt
Arms: 3D armrests; armrest height 11–14 in from seatOptional 4D arms (up/down, side to side, front/back, pivot); also fixed, height-adjustable, armless
Headrest: Adjustable headrest (standard)Optional
Lumbar support: Sliding (height-adjustable) lumbar; 6 in lumbar height rangeBuilt-in lumbar support; optional height-adjustable lumbar (3.5 in range)
Warranty: Lifetime warranty12 year warranty

From 36 Autonomous ErgoChair Pro and 87 Haworth Fern user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Autonomous ErgoChair Pro or the Haworth Fern?

The Autonomous ErgoChair Pro is cheaper to start: $499 versus $1,180 for the Haworth Fern at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

The Haworth Fern, rated for 350 lb versus 300 lb for the Autonomous ErgoChair Pro.

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Autonomous ErgoChair Pro as standard and the Haworth Fern as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Price and value for the Autonomous ErgoChair Pro, and back support for the Haworth Fern, based on review summaries.