Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair vs KI Altus

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

Knoll

Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair

$2,169 – $5,623

KI Altus

$881 – $1,516

$1,288

lower starting price for KI Altus than Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Knoll Saarinen Executive ChairKI Altus

Price: $2,169 – $5,623$881 – $1,516
Seat height: 18.5–21 in (47–53.3 cm)17–21.75 in (43.2–55.2 cm); 16.25–20.75 in (41.3–52.7 cm)
Load capacity: 250 lb (113 kg)supports up to 400 pounds
Arms: Arm height 23¾–26½"Adjustable arms, fixed arms, or armless
Warranty: 5-year warrantyLifetime

Which is cheaper, the Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair or the KI Altus?

The KI Altus is cheaper to start: $881 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 back support for the KI Altus, based on review summaries.