Humanscale Freedom vs Haworth Zody II

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

Humanscale

Humanscale Freedom

$1,494 – $2,567

Haworth

Haworth Zody II

$1,055 – $1,705

$439

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

Differences at a glance

Humanscale FreedomHaworth Zody II

Price: $1,494 – $2,567$1,055 – $1,705
Seat height: 16.125–20.25 in (41–51.4 cm)406–533 mm (office chair); 445–615 mm (dual posture) (16–21 in; 17.5–24.2 in)
Seat depth: 17.4–19.85 in (44.2–50.4 cm)427–495 mm (16.8–19.5 in)
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg)< 181 kg (399 lb)
Recline: Weight-sensitive (self-adjusting) recline; 22° recline plus 7° backrest tilt; seat-to-back reference angle 100°–129°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 crank
Arms: 6 in range of vertical motion; armrest height 3.75–9.6 in from compressed seat4D arms: height, side to side, front to back, arm cap pivot; Arm height 193–295 mm above the seat (7.6–11.6 in)
Headrest: Freedom Headrest configuration: Dynamic Headrest, moves with the sitter on recline; 5 in vertical adjustment; 30° radial motionNot yet generally available: listed as '(phase 2)' in Asia Pacific and 'coming soon' in EMEA
Lumbar support: No separate lumbar adjustment; pivoting backrest gives up to 1 in additional lumbar supportPAL™ (Pelvic and Asymmetrical Lumbar) back system: height-adjustable lumbar with independent left/right support; AP also height-adjustable lumbar or no lumbar
Warranty: 15 years; fabric/cushions/arm pads/casters 5 years12 years, 24/7 multiple shift (Asia Pacific)

From 27 Humanscale Freedom and 21 Haworth Zody II user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Humanscale Freedom or the Haworth Zody II?

The Haworth Zody II is cheaper to start: $1,055 versus $1,494 for the Humanscale Freedom at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Only the Humanscale Freedom (as standard); the Haworth Zody II does not have one available yet.

What do owners mention most?

Adjustability for the Humanscale Freedom, and back support for the Haworth Zody II, based on review summaries.