Vitra Grand Executive vs Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair

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

Vitra

Vitra Grand Executive

From $7,160

Knoll

Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair

$2,169 – $5,623

$4,991

lower starting price for Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair than Vitra Grand Executive at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Vitra Grand ExecutiveKnoll Saarinen Executive Chair

Price: From $7,160$2,169 – $5,623
Seat height: 405–505 mm; 420–530 mm18.5–21 in (47–53.3 cm)
Recline: FlowMotion mechanism with individual adjustment of backrest resistance360 degree swivel, tilt and pneumatic seat height adjustment
Arms: Seat shell with integrated armrests; armrest 220 mm (8¾″) above seatArm height 23¾–26½"
Warranty: 5 years (Vitra Inc. Limited Warranty, sales via the Vitra online shop)5-year warranty

Which is cheaper, the Vitra Grand Executive or the Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair?

The Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair is cheaper to start: $2,169 versus $7,160 for the Vitra Grand Executive at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Build quality for the Vitra Grand Executive, and design for the Knoll Saarinen Executive Chair, based on review summaries.