Haworth Zody II vs KI Altus

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

Haworth Zody II

Haworth

Haworth Zody II

$1,055 – $1,705

VS
KI Altus

KI

KI Altus

$881 – $1,516

$174

lower starting price for KI Altus than Haworth Zody II at the brand stores

Haworth Zody IIKI Altus
Price
$1,055 – $1,705$881 – $1,516
Seat height
406–533 mm (office chair); 445–615 mm (dual posture) (16–21 in; 17.5–24.2 in)17–21.75 in (43.2–55.2 cm); 16.25–20.75 in (41.3–52.7 cm)
Seat depth
427–495 mm (16.8–19.5 in)17.25–19.75 in (43.8–50.2 cm); 15.5–18 in (39.4–45.7 cm)
Load capacity
< 181 kg (399 lb)supports up to 400 pounds
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)Adjustable arms, fixed arms, or armless
Headrest
Not yet generally available: listed as '(phase 2)' in Asia Pacific and 'coming soon' in EMEAHeadrest available (Mesh Task / Fabric Task Headrest Adjustable Armchair)
Lumbar support
PAL™ (Pelvic and Asymmetrical Lumbar) back system: height-adjustable lumbar with independent left/right support; AP also height-adjustable lumbar or no lumbarMesh chair: optional adjustable lumbar (height and depth); fabric chair: automatic lumbar support
Warranty
12 years, 24/7 multiple shift (Asia Pacific)Lifetime

Questions

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Zody II or the KI Altus?

The KI Altus is cheaper to start: $881 versus $1,055 for the Haworth Zody II at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Only the KI Altus (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 back support for the KI Altus, based on review summaries.

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