Haworth Zody II vs Humanscale Freedom

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

Haworth

Haworth Zody II

$1,055 – $1,705

Humanscale

Humanscale Freedom

$1,494 – $2,567

$439

lower starting price for Haworth Zody II than Humanscale Freedom at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Haworth Zody IIHumanscale Freedom

Price: $1,055 – $1,705$1,494 – $2,567
Seat height: 406–533 mm (office chair); 445–615 mm (dual posture) (16–21 in; 17.5–24.2 in)16.125–20.25 in (41–51.4 cm)
Seat depth: 427–495 mm (16.8–19.5 in)17.4–19.85 in (44.2–50.4 cm)
Load capacity: < 181 kg (399 lb)400 lb (181.4 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 crankWeight-sensitive (self-adjusting) recline; 22° recline plus 7° backrest tilt; seat-to-back reference angle 100°–129°
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)6 in range of vertical motion; armrest height 3.75–9.6 in from compressed seat
Headrest: Not yet generally available: listed as '(phase 2)' in Asia Pacific and 'coming soon' in EMEAFreedom Headrest configuration: Dynamic Headrest, moves with the sitter on recline; 5 in vertical adjustment; 30° radial motion
Lumbar support: PAL™ (Pelvic and Asymmetrical Lumbar) back system: height-adjustable lumbar with independent left/right support; AP also height-adjustable lumbar or no lumbarNo separate lumbar adjustment; pivoting backrest gives up to 1 in additional lumbar support
Warranty: 12 years, 24/7 multiple shift (Asia Pacific)15 years; fabric/cushions/arm pads/casters 5 years

From 21 Haworth Zody II and 27 Humanscale Freedom user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Zody II or the Humanscale Freedom?

The Haworth Zody II is cheaper to start: $1,055 versus $1,494 for the Humanscale Freedom at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Only the Humanscale Freedom (as standard); the Haworth Zody II does not have one available yet.

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the Haworth Zody II, and adjustability for the Humanscale Freedom, based on review summaries.