Steelcase Karman vs Haworth Very Task

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

Steelcase

Steelcase Karman

$1,199 – $1,543

Haworth

Haworth Very Task

$905

$294

lower starting price for Haworth Very Task than Steelcase Karman at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase KarmanHaworth Very Task

Price: $1,199 – $1,543$905
Seat height: 15.625–20 in (39.7–50.8 cm)16–21 in (40.6–53.3 cm)
Seat depth: Fixed seat depth (no number given)16–19 in (40.6–48.3 cm)
Load capacity: 350 lb (158.8 kg)350 lb (158.8 kg); 325 lb (147.4 kg)
Recline: Comfort dial supports four recline positionsSynchronized 3-point tilt; back lock secures the seat back in an upright position; optional 5° forward tilt
Arms: 4D arms or armless; 4D ARM: raise up and down, pivot in and out, shift in all directionsChoose from 4D, height-adjustable, or fixed arms
Headrest: No headrest option; High Back version has an adjustable neck support pillowOptional headrest
Lumbar support: Optional lumbar supportPatented asymmetrical adjustable lumbar
Warranty: Steelcase Limited Lifetime Warranty12 year warranty

From 7 Steelcase Karman and 3 Haworth Very Task user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Karman or the Haworth Very Task?

The Haworth Very Task is cheaper to start: $905 versus $1,199 for the Steelcase Karman at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Only the Haworth Very Task (as an option); the Steelcase Karman does not offer one.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Karman, and comfort for the Haworth Very Task, based on review summaries.