Generation by Knoll vs HÅG SoFi

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

Generation by Knoll

Knoll

Generation by Knoll

$1,653 – $1,886

VS
HÅG SoFi

HÅG / Flokk

HÅG SoFi

$1,689 – $1,979

2 years

longer warranty on Generation by Knoll than HÅG SoFi (official terms)

Generation by KnollHÅG SoFi
Price
$1,653 – $1,886$1,689 – $1,979
Seat height
16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)395–545 mm (15.6–21.5 in); 450–640 mm (17.7–25.2 in)
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)380–460 mm (15.0–18.1 in)
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°Tilt range is 20° forwards and 14° backwards from a neutral position 4° to the rear
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°HÅG SlideBack™ armrests: adjust height, width or slide backwards; optional extras (aluminium or plastic); arm height 185-300 mm
Lumbar support
Fixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 inAdjustable lumbar support standard; foremost support point 165-260 mm
Warranty
12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)10-year guarantee against production defects (normal use up to 9 hours per day)

What users mention

From 2 Generation by Knoll and 2 HÅG SoFi user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

  • Design

    Generation by Knoll5 mentions
    HÅG SoFi6 mentions
  • Comfort

    Generation by Knoll6 mentions
    HÅG SoFi2 mentions
  • Adjustability

    Generation by Knoll2 mentions
    HÅG SoFi4 mentions
  • Price and value

    Generation by Knoll2 mentions
    HÅG SoFi3 mentions
  • Back support

    Generation by Knoll1 mention
    HÅG SoFi4 mentions
  • Breathability

    Generation by Knoll1 mention
    HÅG SoFi4 mentions

Questions

Which is cheaper, the Generation by Knoll or the HÅG SoFi?

The Generation by Knoll is cheaper to start: $1,653 versus $1,689 for the HÅG SoFi 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 design for the HÅG SoFi, based on review summaries.

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