Haworth Fern vs KI Altus

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

KI Altus

$881 – $1,516

$299

lower starting price for KI Altus than Haworth Fern at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Haworth FernKI Altus

Price: $1,180 – $2,280$881 – $1,516
Seat height: 16.5–21.5 in (41.9–54.6 cm)17–21.75 in (43.2–55.2 cm); 16.25–20.75 in (41.3–52.7 cm)
Seat depth: 15.5–18.5 in (39.4–47 cm)17.25–19.75 in (43.8–50.2 cm); 15.5–18 in (39.4–45.7 cm)
Load capacity: 350 lb (158.8 kg); 325 lb (147.4 kg)supports up to 400 pounds
Arms: Optional 4D arms (up/down, side to side, front/back, pivot); also fixed, height-adjustable, armlessAdjustable arms, fixed arms, or armless
Headrest: OptionalHeadrest available (Mesh Task / Fabric Task Headrest Adjustable Armchair)
Lumbar support: Built-in lumbar support; optional height-adjustable lumbar (3.5 in range)Mesh chair: optional adjustable lumbar (height and depth); fabric chair: automatic lumbar support
Warranty: 12 year warrantyLifetime

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Fern or the KI Altus?

The KI Altus is cheaper to start: $881 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 KI Altus as standard.

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the Haworth Fern, and back support for the KI Altus, based on review summaries.