Haworth Fern vs Haworth Very Task

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

Haworth

Haworth Fern

$1,180 – $2,280

Haworth

Haworth Very Task

$905

$275

lower starting price for Haworth Very Task than Haworth Fern at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Haworth FernHaworth Very Task

Price: $1,180 – $2,280$905
Seat height: 16.5–21.5 in (41.9–54.6 cm)16–21 in (40.6–53.3 cm)
Seat depth: 15.5–18.5 in (39.4–47 cm)16–19 in (40.6–48.3 cm)
Load capacity: 350 lb (158.8 kg); 325 lb (147.4 kg)350 lb (158.8 kg); 325 lb (147.4 kg)
Recline: Synchronized 3-point tilt; 5-position back stop from upright to reclined; optional 5° forward tiltSynchronized 3-point tilt; back lock secures the seat back in an upright position; optional 5° forward tilt
Arms: Optional 4D arms (up/down, side to side, front/back, pivot); also fixed, height-adjustable, armlessChoose from 4D, height-adjustable, or fixed arms
Headrest: OptionalOptional headrest
Lumbar support: Built-in lumbar support; optional height-adjustable lumbar (3.5 in range)Patented asymmetrical adjustable lumbar
Warranty: 12 year warranty12 year warranty

From 87 Haworth Fern and 3 Haworth Very Task user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Fern or the Haworth Very Task?

The Haworth Very Task is cheaper to start: $905 versus $1,180 for the Haworth Fern at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Haworth Fern as an option and the Haworth Very Task as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the Haworth Fern, and comfort for the Haworth Very Task, based on review summaries.