Okamura Contessa II 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 Contessa II

¥243,650 – ¥377,410

≈ $1,530 – $2,380

Knoll

Generation by Knoll

$1,653 – $1,886

Differences at a glance

Okamura Contessa IIGeneration by Knoll

Price: ¥243,650 – ¥377,410$1,653 – $1,886
Seat height: 434–544 mm (17.1–21.4 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)
Load capacity: 300 lb (136 kg)300 lb (136.1 kg)
Recline: Ankle-tilt reclining; recline angle 26°Seat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°
Arms: 4D arm or fixed arm; armrest height from the floor 604–814 mm (4D arm), 639–749 mm (fixed arm) (23.8–32 in; 25.2–29.5 in)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: Optional lumbar support with 60 mm height adjustment (can be retrofitted) (2.4 in)Fixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 in
Warranty: 10 years: structural components, including mechanisms and adjustable arms; 5 years: casters, gas cylinder, adjustment levers; 2 years: coating finish, mesh and fabric, cushions, arm pads12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)

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

Which has a higher weight capacity?

Neither. Both are rated for 300 lb in their official specifications.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Okamura Contessa II, and comfort for the Generation by Knoll, based on review summaries.