Okamura Baron vs Generation by Knoll

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

Okamura

Okamura Baron

From ¥167,640

≈ $1,070

Knoll

Generation by Knoll

$1,653 – $1,886

Differences at a glance

Okamura BaronGeneration by Knoll

Price: From ¥167,640$1,653 – $1,886
Seat height: 415–515 mm (16.3–20.3 in)16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)
Seat depth: 400–450 mm (15.7–17.7 in)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)
Recline: Ankle-tilt recline (back and seat slide in sync); recline angle 23°Seat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°
Arms: Adjustable arms: ratchet height adjustment 100 mm; pad angle 90° (inward 60° in 2 steps, outward 30° in 1 step)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°
Lumbar support: Lumbar support (option): 5 height steps (50 mm)Fixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 in
Warranty: Structure 8 years (purchases from Jan 5, 2021); mechanisms and moving parts 2 years; exterior and surface finish 1 year12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)

From 1 Okamura Baron and 2 Generation by Knoll user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the Okamura Baron, and comfort for the Generation by Knoll, based on review summaries.