KI Altus vs Vitra ID Trim

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

KI Altus

$881 – $1,516

Vitra

Vitra ID Trim

From $1,045

$164

lower starting price for KI Altus than Vitra ID Trim at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

KI AltusVitra ID Trim

Price: $881 – $1,516From $1,045
Seat height: 17–21.75 in (43.2–55.2 cm); 16.25–20.75 in (41.3–52.7 cm)400–520 mm (15¾″–20½″), measured with 64 kg load; 450 mm (17¾″) fixed seat height
Seat depth: 17.25–19.75 in (43.8–50.2 cm); 15.5–18 in (39.4–45.7 cm)400–450 mm; 380 mm
Arms: Adjustable arms, fixed arms, or armless2D armrests (height, width) or 3D armrests (height, width, depth, 360° swivel); ring armrests for conference use; also without armrests. Armrest height above seat 195–295 mm (7¾″–11½″)
Headrest: Headrest available (Mesh Task / Fabric Task Headrest Adjustable Armchair)No headrest on ID Trim; the height-adjustable leather headrest is on ID Trim L
Lumbar support: Mesh chair: optional adjustable lumbar (height and depth); fabric chair: automatic lumbar supportSandwich construction with integrated lumbar support; optional height-adjustable lumbar cushion
Warranty: Lifetime5 years (Vitra Inc. Limited Warranty, sales via the Vitra online shop)

Which is cheaper, the KI Altus or the Vitra ID Trim?

The KI Altus is cheaper to start: $881 versus $1,045 for the Vitra ID Trim at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Only the KI Altus (as standard); the Vitra ID Trim does not offer one.

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the KI Altus, and design for the Vitra ID Trim, based on review summaries.