Generation by Knoll vs Knoll Life 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

Knoll

Knoll Life Chair

From $1,947

$294

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

Differences at a glance

Generation by KnollKnoll Life Chair

Price: $1,653 – $1,886From $1,947
Seat height: 16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)16.5–21.75 in (42-55 cm); 17" – 22.25"; 17.25–22.5 in (44-57 cm); 15.5" – 19.25"
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)15–19 in (38-48 cm)
Recline: Seat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°Angle Between Seat and Back 95° - 119°; Tilt Range of Back 24°
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°Arms available in fixed height, height-adjustable or high performance; high performance arms adjust 2.5" in armpad width (1.25" per side) and 3" armpad fore/aft movement; Arm Height from Floor 23.25" - 32.75" (height adjustable / high performance); 26.24" – 31.25" (fixed arm)
Lumbar support: Fixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 inLumbar Support (Fixed) 7.5"; optional height adjustable lumbar (Exceeds 5.5" - 9.8"), 11.5" x 5.5"
Warranty: 12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)Structural components: 12 Years; Upholstery, textiles, leathers, finishes: 3 Years

From 2 Generation by Knoll and 4 Knoll Life Chair user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

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

The Generation by Knoll is cheaper to start: $1,653 versus $1,947 for the Knoll Life Chair at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Generation by Knoll, and design for the Knoll Life Chair, based on review summaries.