Vitra Grand Executive vs X-Chair X4

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

X-Chair

X-Chair X4

$1,199 – $1,249

$5,961

lower starting price for X-Chair X4 than Vitra Grand Executive at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Vitra Grand ExecutiveX-Chair X4

Price: From $7,160$1,199 – $1,249
Seat height: 405–505 mm; 420–530 mm17.5–20.88 in
Seat depth: 440 mm17.75–19.75 in
Recline: FlowMotion mechanism with individual adjustment of backrest resistanceSciFloat Infinite Recline + Tilt Lock and Tension allows you to recline and lock into position or increase tension in your recline motion for more fluid movement.
Arms: Seat shell with integrated armrests; armrest 220 mm (8¾″) above seat4-Dimensional armrests come standard (up, down, side-to-side, front-to-back); option to upgrade to FS 360 rotational armrests; Armrest Height 5.875in - 8.875in
Headrest: Height-adjustable neck cushion (Highback only)Optional add-on (standard configuration: No headrest; Headrest +$150)
Warranty: 5 years (Vitra Inc. Limited Warranty, sales via the Vitra online shop)5 years (all parts and materials); 15 years (non-moving metal components, chair frame)

Which is cheaper, the Vitra Grand Executive or the X-Chair X4?

The X-Chair X4 is cheaper to start: $1,199 versus $7,160 for the Vitra Grand Executive at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a headrest?

Both: the Vitra Grand Executive as standard and the X-Chair X4 as an option.

What do owners mention most?

Build quality for the Vitra Grand Executive, and back support for the X-Chair X4, based on review summaries.