KI Altus vs Haworth Very Task
Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.
Nearly the same price
$881 vs $905 starting prices at the brand stores (KI Altus vs Haworth Very Task)
Differences at a glance
Sources
- Altus Seating Price List, KI ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Very Office Chair – Haworth Store (Dimensions) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Altus Task Chair product page, KI ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Very Office Chair Product Sheet (Haworth, 12.25) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
KI AltusHaworth Very Task
- Price
- $881 – $1,516$905
- Seat height
- 17–21.75 in (43.2–55.2 cm); 16.25–20.75 in (41.3–52.7 cm)16–21 in (40.6–53.3 cm)
- Seat depth
- 17.25–19.75 in (43.8–50.2 cm); 15.5–18 in (39.4–45.7 cm)16–19 in (40.6–48.3 cm)
- Load capacity
- supports up to 400 pounds350 lb (158.8 kg); 325 lb (147.4 kg)
- Arms
- Adjustable arms, fixed arms, or armlessChoose from 4D, height-adjustable, or fixed arms
- Headrest
- Headrest available (Mesh Task / Fabric Task Headrest Adjustable Armchair)Optional headrest
- Lumbar support
- Mesh chair: optional adjustable lumbar (height and depth); fabric chair: automatic lumbar supportPatented asymmetrical adjustable lumbar
- Warranty
- Lifetime12 year warranty
Questions
Which is cheaper, the KI Altus or the Haworth Very Task?
The KI Altus is cheaper to start: $881 versus $905 for the Haworth Very Task at the brand stores (Sep 2026).
Which has a headrest?
Both: the KI Altus as standard and the Haworth Very Task as an option.
What do owners mention most?
Back support for the KI Altus, and comfort for the Haworth Very Task, based on review summaries.
