Haworth Very Task vs Anthros Chair

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

Haworth

Haworth Very Task

$905

Anthros

Anthros Chair

From $1,949

$1,044

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

Differences at a glance

Haworth Very TaskAnthros Chair

Price: $905From $1,949
Seat height: 16–21 in (40.6–53.3 cm)17.1–20.7 in (5-spoke swivel base); 17.9–21.1 in (4-spoke fixed base)
Seat depth: 16–19 in (40.6–48.3 cm)15.2–18.3 in (38.7–46.6 cm (official cm))
Load capacity: 350 lb (158.8 kg); 325 lb (147.4 kg)300 lb (136 kg)
Recline: Synchronized 3-point tilt; back lock secures the seat back in an upright position; optional 5° forward tiltDecompress Mode tilt: 0°–16°; five tilt options – three locked positions (Active −2°, Standard 1°, Decompress 5°) and two unlocked (Free-Float, Full Decompress to 16°)
Arms: Choose from 4D, height-adjustable, or fixed arms4D Arms (option) or No Arms; the arms adjust in height, width, depth and angle; Arm height 7.7–11.8 in; arm width (outside) 24.75–27 in
Headrest: Optional headrestNo headrest / head support
Lumbar support: Patented asymmetrical adjustable lumbarPrecision Posture System: independently adjustable Upper Back + Lower Back Pelvis Support (no conventional lumbar pad)
Warranty: 12 year warranty12-year limited warranty (components and workmanship, from date of purchase; original purchaser; non-transferable)

From 3 Haworth Very Task and 16 Anthros Chair user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Very Task or the Anthros Chair?

The Haworth Very Task is cheaper to start: $905 versus $1,949 for the Anthros Chair at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Only the Haworth Very Task (as an option); the Anthros Chair does not offer one.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Haworth Very Task, and price and value for the Anthros Chair, based on review summaries.