HÅG SoFi vs Generation by Knoll
Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.
2 years
longer warranty on Generation by Knoll than HÅG SoFi (official terms)
Differences at a glance
Sources
- HÅG SoFi factsheet ENG (Oct 2019), Flokk ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Generation by Knoll Dimensions, Features and Operating Instructions (PDF, generation_dimensions.pdf, knoll.com) ↗Checked Sep 28, 2026
- HÅG SoFi Spec Sheet (US, 2026-08-06), Flokk ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Generation Chair by Knoll® | Knoll (official Knoll store; knoll.com/product/generation-by-knoll redirects here) ↗Checked Sep 28, 2026
- HÅG US Price List (Flokk, 8.6.26) (price) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
HÅG SoFiGeneration by Knoll
- Price
- $1,689 – $1,979$1,653 – $1,886
- Seat height
- 395–545 mm (15.6–21.5 in); 450–640 mm (17.7–25.2 in)16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)
- Seat depth
- 380–460 mm (15.0–18.1 in)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
- Tilt range is 20° forwards and 14° backwards from a neutral position 4° to the rearSeat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°
- Arms
- HÅG SlideBack™ armrests: adjust height, width or slide backwards; optional extras (aluminium or plastic); arm height 185-300 mmArm 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
- Adjustable lumbar support standard; foremost support point 165-260 mmFixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 in
- Warranty
- 10-year guarantee against production defects (normal use up to 9 hours per day)12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)
What users mention
From 2 HÅG SoFi and 2 Generation by Knoll user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.
Design
HÅG SoFi6 mentionsGeneration by Knoll5 mentionsComfort
HÅG SoFi2 mentionsGeneration by Knoll6 mentionsAdjustability
HÅG SoFi4 mentionsGeneration by Knoll2 mentionsBack support
HÅG SoFi4 mentionsGeneration by Knoll1 mentionBreathability
HÅG SoFi4 mentionsGeneration by Knoll1 mentionPrice and value
HÅG SoFi3 mentionsGeneration by Knoll2 mentions
Questions
Which is cheaper, the HÅG SoFi or the Generation by Knoll?
The Generation by Knoll is cheaper to start: $1,653 versus $1,689 for the HÅG SoFi 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?
Design for the HÅG SoFi, and comfort for the Generation by Knoll, based on review summaries.


