Haworth Zody II vs X-Chair X3

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

X-Chair

X-Chair X3

$979

Nearly the same price

$1,055 vs $979 starting prices at the brand stores (Haworth Zody II vs X-Chair X3)

Differences at a glance

Haworth Zody IIX-Chair X3

Price: $1,055 – $1,705$979
Seat height: 406–533 mm (office chair); 445–615 mm (dual posture) (16–21 in; 17.5–24.2 in)17.69–22 in
Seat depth: 427–495 mm (16.8–19.5 in)16.75–19.25 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 crankSciFloat Infinite Recline + Tilt Lock and Tension allows you to recline and lock into position or increase tension in your recline motion for more fluid movement.
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 5.875in - 8.875in
Headrest: Not yet generally available: listed as '(phase 2)' in Asia Pacific and 'coming soon' in EMEAOptional add-on (standard configuration: No headrest; Headrest +$115)
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)

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Zody II or the X-Chair X3?

The X-Chair X3 is cheaper to start: $979 versus $1,055 for the Haworth Zody II at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Only the X-Chair X3 (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 comfort for the X-Chair X3, based on review summaries.