Branch Daily Chair vs Generation by Knoll

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

Branch

Branch Daily Chair

$259 – $319

Knoll

Generation by Knoll

$1,653 – $1,886

$1,394

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

Differences at a glance

Branch Daily ChairGeneration by Knoll

Price: $259 – $319$1,653 – $1,886
Seat height: 17–21 in16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)
Seat depth: 19 in15.75–18.75 in with arms, 15.75–18.25 in armless (Ultra); 15–18 in with arms, 15–17.5 in armless (Thin)
Load capacity: 225 lb (102 kg)300 lb (136.1 kg)
Recline: Tilt range: 20°; tilt and tilt tensionSeat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°
Arms: Armrest height 26"-29"; removable armrestsArm 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: Light lumbar supportFixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 in
Warranty: 5-year warranty12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)

Which is cheaper, the Branch Daily Chair or the Generation by Knoll?

The Branch Daily Chair is cheaper to start: $259 versus $1,653 for the Generation by Knoll at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

The Generation by Knoll, rated for 300 lb versus 225 lb for the Branch Daily Chair.