Haworth Zody II vs X-Chair X1

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
X-Chair X1

X-Chair

X-Chair X1

$729

$326

lower starting price for X-Chair X1 than Haworth Zody II at the brand stores

Haworth Zody IIX-Chair X1
Price
$1,055 – $1,705$729
Seat height
406–533 mm (office chair); 445–615 mm (dual posture) (16–21 in; 17.5–24.2 in)15.56–19.75 in
Seat depth
427–495 mm (16.8–19.5 in)16–18 in
Load capacity
< 181 kg (399 lb)275 lb (125 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 crankExtensive Variable Recline allows you to recline and lock into position. Recline tension can be adjusted using one tension-resistant control.
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)4-Dimensional armrests come standard (up, down, side-to-side, front-to-back); option to upgrade to FS 360 rotational armrests; Armrest Height 7.125in - 10.625in
Headrest
Not yet generally available: listed as '(phase 2)' in Asia Pacific and 'coming soon' in EMEAOptional add-on (standard configuration: No headrest; Headrest +$60)
Lumbar support
PAL™ (Pelvic and Asymmetrical Lumbar) back system: height-adjustable lumbar with independent left/right support; AP also height-adjustable lumbar or no lumbarDynamic Variable Lumbar (DVL)® Support; height adjustable backrest raises the DVL®
Warranty
12 years, 24/7 multiple shift (Asia Pacific)5 years (all parts and materials); 15 years (non-moving metal components, chair frame)

Questions

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Zody II or the X-Chair X1?

The X-Chair X1 is cheaper to start: $729 versus $1,055 for the Haworth Zody II at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Only the X-Chair X1 (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 price and value for the X-Chair X1, based on review summaries.

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