KI Altus vs Haworth Zody II

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

KI Altus

KI

KI Altus

$881 – $1,516

VS
Haworth Zody II

Haworth

Haworth Zody II

$1,055 – $1,705

$174

lower starting price for KI Altus than Haworth Zody II at the brand stores

KI AltusHaworth Zody II
Price
$881 – $1,516$1,055 – $1,705
Seat height
17–21.75 in (43.2–55.2 cm); 16.25–20.75 in (41.3–52.7 cm)406–533 mm (office chair); 445–615 mm (dual posture) (16–21 in; 17.5–24.2 in)
Seat depth
17.25–19.75 in (43.8–50.2 cm); 15.5–18 in (39.4–45.7 cm)427–495 mm (16.8–19.5 in)
Load capacity
supports up to 400 pounds< 181 kg (399 lb)
Arms
Adjustable arms, fixed arms, or armless4D 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
Headrest available (Mesh Task / Fabric Task Headrest Adjustable Armchair)Not yet generally available: listed as '(phase 2)' in Asia Pacific and 'coming soon' in EMEA
Lumbar support
Mesh chair: optional adjustable lumbar (height and depth); fabric chair: automatic 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
Lifetime12 years, 24/7 multiple shift (Asia Pacific)

Questions

Which is cheaper, the KI Altus or the Haworth Zody II?

The KI Altus is cheaper to start: $881 versus $1,055 for the Haworth Zody II at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

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

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the KI Altus, and back support for the Haworth Zody II, based on review summaries.

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