Interstuhl Pure Active vs Generation by Knoll
Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.
2 years
longer warranty on Generation by Knoll than Interstuhl Pure Active (official terms)
Differences at a glance
Sources
- Interstuhl Technical data sheet PU213 (PUREis3) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Generation by Knoll Dimensions, Features and Operating Instructions (PDF, generation_dimensions.pdf, knoll.com) ↗Checked Sep 28, 2026
- Interstuhl PUREis3 operating instructions ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Generation Chair by Knoll® | Knoll (official Knoll store; knoll.com/product/generation-by-knoll redirects here) ↗Checked Sep 28, 2026
- Interstuhl Shop (Germany) (price) ↗Checked Oct 11, 2026
Interstuhl Pure ActiveGeneration by Knoll
- Price
- €755 – €799$1,653 – $1,886
- Seat height
- 430–535 mm (16.9–21.1 in); low: 385 - 445 mm (15.2–17.5 in); high: 450 - 580 mm (17.7–22.8 in)16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)
- Seat depth
- 460 mm (18.1 in)15.75–18.75 in with arms, 15.75–18.25 in armless (Ultra); 15–18 in with arms, 15–17.5 in armless (Thin)
- Load capacity
- 120 kg (265 lb)300 lb (136.1 kg)
- Recline
- Smart Spring technology: material flexibility in the upper backrest of up to 22 degrees to each side; lateral range of movement of up to 26 degrees on the seat; forward movements of up to 12 degreesSeat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°
- Arms
- T-armrests, rigid; 4D T-armrests, adjustable height/width/depth, rotatable (options)Arm height from seat 6.625–11.125 in (Thin) / 6.125–10.625 in (Ultra); High performance arm pads adjust 2 in width (1 per arm), 1.5 in depth and pivot 45°
- Warranty
- 10-year warranty12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)
What users mention
From 1 Interstuhl Pure Active and 2 Generation by Knoll user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.
Adjustability
Interstuhl Pure Active11 mentionsGeneration by Knoll2 mentionsDesign
Interstuhl Pure Active6 mentionsGeneration by Knoll5 mentionsBuild quality
Interstuhl Pure Active9 mentionsGeneration by Knoll1 mentionBack support
Interstuhl Pure Active7 mentionsGeneration by Knoll1 mentionSeat
Interstuhl Pure Active5 mentionsGeneration by Knoll3 mentionsComfort
Interstuhl Pure Active2 mentionsGeneration by Knoll6 mentions
Questions
What do owners mention most?
Adjustability for the Interstuhl Pure Active, and comfort for the Generation by Knoll, based on review summaries.
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