Haworth Very Task vs Knoll Life 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

Knoll

Knoll Life Chair

From $1,947

$1,042

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

Differences at a glance

Haworth Very TaskKnoll Life Chair

Price: $905From $1,947
Seat height: 16–21 in (40.6–53.3 cm)16.5–21.75 in (42-55 cm); 17" – 22.25"; 17.25–22.5 in (44-57 cm); 15.5" – 19.25"
Seat depth: 16–19 in (40.6–48.3 cm)15–19 in (38-48 cm)
Recline: Synchronized 3-point tilt; back lock secures the seat back in an upright position; optional 5° forward tiltAngle Between Seat and Back 95° - 119°; Tilt Range of Back 24°
Arms: Choose from 4D, height-adjustable, or fixed armsArms available in fixed height, height-adjustable or high performance; high performance arms adjust 2.5" in armpad width (1.25" per side) and 3" armpad fore/aft movement; Arm Height from Floor 23.25" - 32.75" (height adjustable / high performance); 26.24" – 31.25" (fixed arm)
Headrest: Optional headrestOptional headrest measures 9"W x 6" - 9"H
Lumbar support: Patented asymmetrical adjustable lumbarLumbar Support (Fixed) 7.5"; optional height adjustable lumbar (Exceeds 5.5" - 9.8"), 11.5" x 5.5"
Warranty: 12 year warrantyStructural components: 12 Years; Upholstery, textiles, leathers, finishes: 3 Years

From 3 Haworth Very Task and 4 Knoll Life Chair user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Very Task or the Knoll Life Chair?

The Haworth Very Task is cheaper to start: $905 versus $1,947 for the Knoll Life Chair at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Haworth Very Task as an option and the Knoll Life Chair as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Haworth Very Task, and design for the Knoll Life Chair, based on review summaries.