Humanscale World One vs Haworth Very Task

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

Humanscale

Humanscale World One

$705

Haworth

Haworth Very Task

$905

$200

lower starting price for Humanscale World One than Haworth Very Task at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Humanscale World OneHaworth Very Task

Price: $705$905
Seat height: 15.6 in - 20.7 in / 397 mm - 527 mm; 16 in - 21 in / 425 mm - 545; 18.1 in - 25.6 in / 460 mm - 651 mm16–21 in (40.6–53.3 cm)
Seat depth: 16.4 / 416 in; 17.9 / 454 in16–19 in (40.6–48.3 cm)
Load capacity: 100–400 lb350 lb (158.8 kg); 325 lb (147.4 kg)
Recline: 17° Recline + 8° Backrest TiltSynchronized 3-point tilt; back lock secures the seat back in an upright position; optional 5° forward tilt
Arms: Armrest Height 9.5 in Fixed / 7.2 in - 10.75 in Adjustable (241.3 mm / 183 mm - 273 mm); options Adjustable Duron Arms, Fixed Duron Arms, No ArmsChoose from 4D, height-adjustable, or fixed arms
Lumbar support: Tri-panel back with Form Sensing Mesh technology provides tailor-made lumbar support (no knobs or levers)Patented asymmetrical adjustable lumbar
Warranty: 12 Years, Component and Parts; 5 Years, Fabric/Cushions12 year warranty

From 5 Humanscale World One and 3 Haworth Very Task user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Humanscale World One or the Haworth Very Task?

The Humanscale World One is cheaper to start: $705 versus $905 for the Haworth Very Task at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Breathability for the Humanscale World One, and comfort for the Haworth Very Task, based on review summaries.