Okamura Sylphy vs Haworth Zody II

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

Okamura

Okamura Sylphy

From ¥106,040

≈ $680

Haworth

Haworth Zody II

$1,055 – $1,705

Differences at a glance

Okamura SylphyHaworth Zody II

Price: From ¥106,040$1,055 – $1,705
Recline: Back-seat synchro recline with forward tilt: 23° upright to reclined, 10° upright to forward; locks in 4 positionsBalanced 3-point tilt: back reclines 24° from upright, seat pan moves down 3°; back stop in 6 positions (upright and every 4°); forward tilt; tilt tension crank
Arms: Adjustable arms: 100 mm height; arm pad 50 mm front-back, 20° inward, 20° outward4D arms: height, side to side, front to back, arm cap pivot; Arm height 193–295 mm above the seat (7.6–11.6 in)
Headrest: Adjustable headrest: 100 mm height, 35° angleNot yet generally available: listed as '(phase 2)' in Asia Pacific and 'coming soon' in EMEA
Lumbar support: Lumbar support (mesh back): height adjusts over 60 mmPAL™ (Pelvic and Asymmetrical Lumbar) back system: height-adjustable lumbar with independent left/right support; AP also height-adjustable lumbar or no lumbar
Warranty: Structure 8 years (purchases from Jan 5, 2021); mechanisms and moving parts 2 years; exterior and surface finish 1 year12 years, 24/7 multiple shift (Asia Pacific)

From 2 Okamura Sylphy and 21 Haworth Zody II user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which has a headrest?

Only the Okamura Sylphy (as standard); the Haworth Zody II does not have one available yet.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Okamura Sylphy, and back support for the Haworth Zody II, based on review summaries.