Generation by Knoll vs Okamura Contessa II

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

Okamura

Okamura Contessa II

¥243,650 – ¥377,410

≈ $1,530 – $2,380

Differences at a glance

Generation by KnollOkamura Contessa II

Price: $1,653 – $1,886¥243,650 – ¥377,410
Seat height: 16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)434–544 mm (17.1–21.4 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)400–450 mm (15.7–17.7 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°Ankle-tilt reclining; recline angle 26°
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 arm or fixed arm; armrest height from the floor 604–814 mm (4D arm), 639–749 mm (fixed arm) (23.8–32 in; 25.2–29.5 in)
Lumbar support: Fixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 inOptional lumbar support with 60 mm height adjustment (can be retrofitted) (2.4 in)
Warranty: 12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)10 years: structural components, including mechanisms and adjustable arms; 5 years: casters, gas cylinder, adjustment levers; 2 years: coating finish, mesh and fabric, cushions, arm pads

From 2 Generation by Knoll and 2 Okamura Contessa II user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

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 comfort for the Okamura Contessa II, based on review summaries.