Haworth Fern vs Humanscale World One

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

Humanscale

Humanscale World One

$705

$475

lower starting price for Humanscale World One than Haworth Fern at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Haworth FernHumanscale World One

Price: $1,180 – $2,280$705
Seat height: 16.5–21.5 in (41.9–54.6 cm)15.6 in - 20.7 in / 397 mm - 527 mm; 16 in - 21 in / 425 mm - 545; 18.1 in - 25.6 in / 460 mm - 651 mm
Seat depth: 15.5–18.5 in (39.4–47 cm)16.4 / 416 in; 17.9 / 454 in
Load capacity: 350 lb (158.8 kg); 325 lb (147.4 kg)100–400 lb
Recline: Synchronized 3-point tilt; 5-position back stop from upright to reclined; optional 5° forward tilt17° Recline + 8° Backrest Tilt
Arms: Optional 4D arms (up/down, side to side, front/back, pivot); also fixed, height-adjustable, armlessArmrest Height 9.5 in Fixed / 7.2 in - 10.75 in Adjustable (241.3 mm / 183 mm - 273 mm); options Adjustable Duron Arms, Fixed Duron Arms, No Arms
Lumbar support: Built-in lumbar support; optional height-adjustable lumbar (3.5 in range)Tri-panel back with Form Sensing Mesh technology provides tailor-made lumbar support (no knobs or levers)
Warranty: 12 year warranty12 Years, Component and Parts; 5 Years, Fabric/Cushions

From 87 Haworth Fern and 5 Humanscale World One user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Fern or the Humanscale World One?

The Humanscale World One is cheaper to start: $705 versus $1,180 for the Haworth Fern at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the Haworth Fern, and breathability for the Humanscale World One, based on review summaries.