Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair vs Humanscale World One
Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.
$1,464
lower starting price for Humanscale World One than Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair at the brand stores
Differences at a glance
Sources
- Saarinen Executive Office Armchair | Knoll ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Humanscale World LM Spec Sheet ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Saarinen Executive Arm Chair with Swivel Base | Knoll ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Knoll US Store (price) ↗Checked Oct 11, 2026
- US Humanscale Store (price) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
Knoll Saarinen Executive ChairHumanscale World One
- Price
- $2,169 – $5,623$705
- Seat height
- 18.5–21 in (47–53.3 cm)15.6 in - 20.7 in / 397 mm - 527 mm; 16 in - 21 in / 425 mm - 545; 18.1 in - 25.6 in / 460 mm - 651 mm
- Load capacity
- 250 lb (113 kg)100–400 lb
- Recline
- 360 degree swivel, tilt and pneumatic seat height adjustment17° Recline + 8° Backrest Tilt
- Arms
- Arm height 23¾–26½"Armrest Height 9.5 in Fixed / 7.2 in - 10.75 in Adjustable (241.3 mm / 183 mm - 273 mm); options Adjustable Duron Arms, Fixed Duron Arms, No Arms
- Warranty
- 5-year warranty12 Years, Component and Parts; 5 Years, Fabric/Cushions
Questions
Which is cheaper, the Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair or the Humanscale World One?
The Humanscale World One is cheaper to start: $705 versus $2,169 for the Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair at the brand stores (Oct 2026).
What do owners mention most?
Design for the Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair, and breathability for the Humanscale World One, based on review summaries.
Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair: specs, reviews, where to buy →Humanscale World One: specs, reviews, where to buy →
