Okamura Sylphy vs Humanscale Freedom

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

Humanscale

Humanscale Freedom

$1,494 – $2,567

Differences at a glance

Okamura SylphyHumanscale Freedom

Price: From ¥106,040$1,494 – $2,567
Recline: Back-seat synchro recline with forward tilt: 23° upright to reclined, 10° upright to forward; locks in 4 positionsWeight-sensitive (self-adjusting) recline; 22° recline plus 7° backrest tilt; seat-to-back reference angle 100°–129°
Arms: Adjustable arms: 100 mm height; arm pad 50 mm front-back, 20° inward, 20° outward6 in range of vertical motion; armrest height 3.75–9.6 in from compressed seat
Headrest: Adjustable headrest: 100 mm height, 35° angleFreedom Headrest configuration: Dynamic Headrest, moves with the sitter on recline; 5 in vertical adjustment; 30° radial motion
Lumbar support: Lumbar support (mesh back): height adjusts over 60 mmNo separate lumbar adjustment; pivoting backrest gives up to 1 in additional lumbar support
Warranty: Structure 8 years (purchases from Jan 5, 2021); mechanisms and moving parts 2 years; exterior and surface finish 1 year15 years; fabric/cushions/arm pads/casters 5 years

From 2 Okamura Sylphy and 27 Humanscale Freedom user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Okamura Sylphy as standard and the Humanscale Freedom as standard.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Okamura Sylphy, and adjustability for the Humanscale Freedom, based on review summaries.