Generation by Knoll vs Anthros Chair

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

Knoll

Generation by Knoll

$1,653 – $1,886

Anthros

Anthros Chair

From $1,949

$296

lower starting price for Generation by Knoll than Anthros Chair at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Generation by KnollAnthros Chair

Price: $1,653 – $1,886From $1,949
Seat height: 16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)17.1–20.7 in (5-spoke swivel base); 17.9–21.1 in (4-spoke fixed base)
Seat depth: 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)15.2–18.3 in (38.7–46.6 cm (official cm))
Load capacity: 300 lb (136.1 kg)300 lb (136 kg)
Recline: Seat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°Decompress Mode tilt: 0°–16°; five tilt options – three locked positions (Active −2°, Standard 1°, Decompress 5°) and two unlocked (Free-Float, Full Decompress to 16°)
Arms: 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°4D Arms (option) or No Arms; the arms adjust in height, width, depth and angle; Arm height 7.7–11.8 in; arm width (outside) 24.75–27 in
Lumbar support: Fixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 inPrecision Posture System: independently adjustable Upper Back + Lower Back Pelvis Support (no conventional lumbar pad)
Warranty: 12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)12-year limited warranty (components and workmanship, from date of purchase; original purchaser; non-transferable)

From 2 Generation by Knoll and 16 Anthros Chair user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Generation by Knoll or the Anthros Chair?

The Generation by Knoll is cheaper to start: $1,653 versus $1,949 for the Anthros Chair at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

Neither. Both are rated for 300 lb in their official specifications.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Generation by Knoll, and price and value for the Anthros Chair, based on review summaries.