Humanscale Liberty vs Knoll Life Chair

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

Humanscale

Humanscale Liberty

$1,613 – $2,326

Knoll

Knoll Life Chair

From $1,947

$334

lower starting price for Humanscale Liberty than Knoll Life Chair at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Humanscale LibertyKnoll Life Chair

Price: $1,613 – $2,326From $1,947
Seat height: 16.6–20.9 in (42.2–53.1 cm)16.5–21.75 in (42-55 cm); 17" – 22.25"; 17.25–22.5 in (44-57 cm); 15.5" – 19.25"
Seat depth: 16.5–18.75 in (41.9–47.6 cm)15–19 in (38-48 cm)
Recline: Self-Adjusting Recline: no tension springs, no recline locksAngle Between Seat and Back 95° - 119°; Tilt Range of Back 24°
Arms: Options: Fixed Duron Arms, Adjustable Duron Arms, Advanced Duron Arms, Armless, Fixed Duron Gel ArmsArms available in fixed height, height-adjustable or high performance; high performance arms adjust 2.5" in armpad width (1.25" per side) and 3" armpad fore/aft movement; Arm Height from Floor 23.25" - 32.75" (height adjustable / high performance); 26.24" – 31.25" (fixed arm)
Lumbar support: Self-adjusting lumbar support; no external lumbar devicesLumbar Support (Fixed) 7.5"; optional height adjustable lumbar (Exceeds 5.5" - 9.8"), 11.5" x 5.5"
Warranty: 15 Years; Fabric/Cushions/Arm Pads/Casters: 5 YearsStructural components: 12 Years; Upholstery, textiles, leathers, finishes: 3 Years

From 7 Humanscale Liberty and 4 Knoll Life Chair user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Humanscale Liberty or the Knoll Life Chair?

The Humanscale Liberty is cheaper to start: $1,613 versus $1,947 for the Knoll Life Chair at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Humanscale Liberty, and design for the Knoll Life Chair, based on review summaries.