Haworth Zody II vs Generation by Knoll

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

Knoll

Generation by Knoll

$1,653 – $1,886

$598

lower starting price for Haworth Zody II than Generation by Knoll at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Haworth Zody IIGeneration by Knoll

Price: $1,055 – $1,705$1,653 – $1,886
Seat height: 406–533 mm (office chair); 445–615 mm (dual posture) (16–21 in; 17.5–24.2 in)16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)
Seat depth: 427–495 mm (16.8–19.5 in)15.75–18.75 in with arms, 15.75–18.25 in armless (Ultra); 15–18 in with arms, 15–17.5 in armless (Thin)
Load capacity: < 181 kg (399 lb)300 lb (136.1 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 crankSeat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°
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)Arm height from seat 6.625–11.125 in (Thin) / 6.125–10.625 in (Ultra); High performance arm pads adjust 2 in width (1 per arm), 1.5 in depth and pivot 45°
Lumbar support: PAL™ (Pelvic and Asymmetrical Lumbar) back system: height-adjustable lumbar with independent left/right support; AP also height-adjustable lumbar or no lumbarFixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 in
Warranty: 12 years, 24/7 multiple shift (Asia Pacific)12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)

From 21 Haworth Zody II and 2 Generation by Knoll user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Zody II or the Generation by Knoll?

The Haworth Zody II is cheaper to start: $1,055 versus $1,653 for the Generation by Knoll at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the Haworth Zody II, and comfort for the Generation by Knoll, based on review summaries.