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.
2 years
longer warranty on Generation by Knoll than HÅG SoFi (official terms)
Differences at a glance
Sources
- Generation by Knoll Dimensions, Features and Operating Instructions (PDF, generation_dimensions.pdf, knoll.com) ↗Checked Sep 28, 2026
- HÅG SoFi factsheet ENG (Oct 2019), Flokk ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- HÅG SoFi Spec Sheet (US, 2026-08-06), Flokk ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Generation Chair by Knoll® | Knoll (official Knoll store; knoll.com/product/generation-by-knoll redirects here) ↗Checked Sep 28, 2026
- HÅG US Price List (Flokk, 8.6.26) (price) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
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 mentionsHÅG SoFi6 mentionsComfort
Generation by Knoll6 mentionsHÅG SoFi2 mentionsAdjustability
Generation by Knoll2 mentionsHÅG SoFi4 mentionsPrice and value
Generation by Knoll2 mentionsHÅG SoFi3 mentionsBack support
Generation by Knoll1 mentionHÅG SoFi4 mentionsBreathability
Generation by Knoll1 mentionHÅG 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.


