Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair vs Vitra Grand Executive

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

Vitra

Vitra Grand Executive

From $7,160

$4,991

lower starting price for Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair than Vitra Grand Executive at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Knoll Saarinen Executive ChairVitra Grand Executive

Price: $2,169 – $5,623From $7,160
Seat height: 18.5–21 in (47–53.3 cm)405–505 mm; 420–530 mm
Recline: 360 degree swivel, tilt and pneumatic seat height adjustmentFlowMotion mechanism with individual adjustment of backrest resistance
Arms: Arm height 23¾–26½"Seat shell with integrated armrests; armrest 220 mm (8¾″) above seat
Warranty: 5-year warranty5 years (Vitra Inc. Limited Warranty, sales via the Vitra online shop)

Which is cheaper, the Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair or the Vitra Grand Executive?

The Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair is cheaper to start: $2,169 versus $7,160 for the Vitra Grand Executive at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Design for the Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair, and build quality for the Vitra Grand Executive, based on review summaries.