Kokuyo Ing vs Knoll Life Chair

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

Kokuyo

Kokuyo Ing

¥119,790 – ¥183,150

≈ $750 – $1,150

Knoll

Knoll Life Chair

From $1,947

Differences at a glance

Kokuyo IngKnoll Life Chair

Price: ¥119,790 – ¥183,150From $1,947
Seat height: 425–515 mm (16.7–20.3 in)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: 455 mm (17.9 in)15–19 in (38-48 cm)
Recline: Gliding mechanism (back and seat move 360° front-back and side to side); front free tiltAngle Between Seat and Back 95° - 119°; Tilt Range of Back 24°
Arms: Arm height adjusts in 11 steps with a button; armrest rotates 60° inward (2 steps)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)
Headrest: With-headrest type (tall back)Optional headrest measures 9"W x 6" - 9"H
Warranty: Structure 10 years (purchases from Jan 1, 2023); mechanisms and moving parts 2 years; exterior and surface finish 1 yearStructural components: 12 Years; Upholstery, textiles, leathers, finishes: 3 Years

From 8 Kokuyo Ing and 4 Knoll Life Chair user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Kokuyo Ing as standard and the Knoll Life Chair as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Kokuyo Ing, and design for the Knoll Life Chair, based on review summaries.