Wilkhahn Modus vs Humanscale Liberty
Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.
Differences at a glance
Sources
- Wilkhahn Modus 24–28 digital brochure (ENG) ↗Checked Oct 13, 2026
- Liberty brochure (PDF, Humanscale, undated) ↗Checked Sep 26, 2026
- Liberty Task Chair configurator (humanscale.com, US region) ↗Checked Sep 26, 2026
- Wilkhahn Guarantee Policy (publication date January 1, 2024) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
- Liberty Task Chair with Mesh Backrest – Humanscale Shop (US) ↗Checked Sep 26, 2026
- Wilkhahn dealer locator (price) ↗Checked Sep 29, 2026
Wilkhahn ModusHumanscale Liberty
- Price
- Ask for a quote$1,613 – $2,326
- Recline
- Automatic synchro-adjustment; adjustable backrest tension; lockable in the front positionSelf-Adjusting Recline: no tension springs, no recline locks
- Arms
- Armrests in black, glass-fibre-reinforced polyamide; 263/7 also with height-adjustable armrestsOptions: Fixed Duron Arms, Adjustable Duron Arms, Advanced Duron Arms, Armless, Fixed Duron Gel Arms
- Lumbar support
- Integral, adjustable lumbar support (optional); Integrated, adjustable lumbar support on requestSelf-adjusting lumbar support; no external lumbar devices
- Warranty
- 5 years (star bases, seat and backrest frames and shells, mechanisms); 2 years (gas lifts, casters, glides, armrest function, fabrics, upholstery)15 Years; Fabric/Cushions/Arm Pads/Casters: 5 Years
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