Okamura Sylphy vs Knoll Life Chair

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

Knoll

Knoll Life Chair

From $1,947

Differences at a glance

Okamura SylphyKnoll Life Chair

Price: From ¥106,040From $1,947
Recline: Back-seat synchro recline with forward tilt: 23° upright to reclined, 10° upright to forward; locks in 4 positionsAngle Between Seat and Back 95° - 119°; Tilt Range of Back 24°
Arms: Adjustable arms: 100 mm height; arm pad 50 mm front-back, 20° inward, 20° outwardArms 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: Adjustable headrest: 100 mm height, 35° angleOptional headrest measures 9"W x 6" - 9"H
Lumbar support: Lumbar support (mesh back): height adjusts over 60 mmLumbar Support (Fixed) 7.5"; optional height adjustable lumbar (Exceeds 5.5" - 9.8"), 11.5" x 5.5"
Warranty: Structure 8 years (purchases from Jan 5, 2021); mechanisms and moving parts 2 years; exterior and surface finish 1 yearStructural components: 12 Years; Upholstery, textiles, leathers, finishes: 3 Years

From 2 Okamura Sylphy and 4 Knoll Life Chair user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Okamura Sylphy as standard and the Knoll Life Chair as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Okamura Sylphy, and design for the Knoll Life Chair, based on review summaries.