Haworth Zody II vs Haworth Very Task
Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.
$150
lower starting price for Haworth Very Task than Haworth Zody II at the brand stores
Differences at a glance
Sources
- Zody II product sheet, Asia Pacific (PDF, © 2025 Haworth) ↗Checked Sep 26, 2026
- Very Office Chair – Haworth Store (Dimensions) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Zody II | Office Chair | Haworth Asia Pacific ↗Checked Sep 26, 2026
- Zody II User Guide, AP (PDF, 2023-11) ↗Checked Sep 26, 2026
- Very Office Chair Product Sheet (Haworth, 12.25) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Haworth Asia Pacific Product Warranty (PDF, bilingual) ↗Checked Sep 26, 2026
- US Haworth Store (price) ↗Checked Oct 11, 2026
Haworth Zody IIHaworth Very Task
- Price
- $1,055 – $1,705$905
- Seat height
- 406–533 mm (office chair); 445–615 mm (dual posture) (16–21 in; 17.5–24.2 in)16–21 in (40.6–53.3 cm)
- Seat depth
- 427–495 mm (16.8–19.5 in)16–19 in (40.6–48.3 cm)
- Load capacity
- < 181 kg (399 lb)350 lb (158.8 kg); 325 lb (147.4 kg)
- Recline
- Balanced 3-point tilt: back reclines 24° from upright, seat pan moves down 3°; back stop in 6 positions (upright and every 4°); forward tilt; tilt tension crankSynchronized 3-point tilt; back lock secures the seat back in an upright position; optional 5° forward tilt
- Arms
- 4D arms: height, side to side, front to back, arm cap pivot; Arm height 193–295 mm above the seat (7.6–11.6 in)Choose from 4D, height-adjustable, or fixed arms
- Headrest
- Not yet generally available: listed as '(phase 2)' in Asia Pacific and 'coming soon' in EMEAOptional headrest
- Lumbar support
- PAL™ (Pelvic and Asymmetrical Lumbar) back system: height-adjustable lumbar with independent left/right support; AP also height-adjustable lumbar or no lumbarPatented asymmetrical adjustable lumbar
- Warranty
- 12 years, 24/7 multiple shift (Asia Pacific)12 year warranty
What users mention
From 21 Haworth Zody II and 3 Haworth Very Task user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.
Back support
Haworth Zody II24 mentionsHaworth Very Task1 mentionAdjustability
Haworth Zody II24 mentionsHaworth Very Task1 mentionSeat
Haworth Zody II20 mentionsHaworth Very Task0 mentionsComfort
Haworth Zody II17 mentionsHaworth Very Task3 mentionsBuild quality
Haworth Zody II14 mentionsHaworth Very Task3 mentionsBreathability
Haworth Zody II13 mentionsHaworth Very Task1 mention
Questions
Which is cheaper, the Haworth Zody II or the Haworth Very Task?
The Haworth Very Task is cheaper to start: $905 versus $1,055 for the Haworth Zody II at the brand stores (Oct 2026).
Which has a headrest?
Only the Haworth Very Task (as an option); the Haworth Zody II does not have one available yet.
What do owners mention most?
Back support for the Haworth Zody II, and comfort for the Haworth Very Task, based on review summaries.
