Haworth Zody II vs Humanscale World One

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 World One

$705

$350

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

Differences at a glance

Haworth Zody IIHumanscale World One

Price: $1,055 – $1,705$705
Seat height: 406–533 mm (office chair); 445–615 mm (dual posture) (16–21 in; 17.5–24.2 in)15.6 in - 20.7 in / 397 mm - 527 mm; 16 in - 21 in / 425 mm - 545; 18.1 in - 25.6 in / 460 mm - 651 mm
Seat depth: 427–495 mm (16.8–19.5 in)16.4 / 416 in; 17.9 / 454 in
Load capacity: < 181 kg (399 lb)100–400 lb
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 crank17° Recline + 8° Backrest 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)Armrest Height 9.5 in Fixed / 7.2 in - 10.75 in Adjustable (241.3 mm / 183 mm - 273 mm); options Adjustable Duron Arms, Fixed Duron Arms, No Arms
Lumbar support: PAL™ (Pelvic and Asymmetrical Lumbar) back system: height-adjustable lumbar with independent left/right support; AP also height-adjustable lumbar or no lumbarTri-panel back with Form Sensing Mesh technology provides tailor-made lumbar support (no knobs or levers)
Warranty: 12 years, 24/7 multiple shift (Asia Pacific)12 Years, Component and Parts; 5 Years, Fabric/Cushions

From 21 Haworth Zody II and 5 Humanscale World One user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Zody II or the Humanscale World One?

The Humanscale World One is cheaper to start: $705 versus $1,055 for the Haworth Zody II at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the Haworth Zody II, and breathability for the Humanscale World One, based on review summaries.