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Humanscale Diffrient World vs Knoll Generation

A detailed side-by-side comparison scored on 11 objective criteria.

DWHumanscale Diffrient World

Humanscale Diffrient World

Ergonomic Office
29/55
$1,000-$1,200
WINNER
KGKnoll Generation

Knoll Generation

Ergonomic Office
31/55
$800-$1,000
Criteria
Humanscale Diffrient World
Knoll Generation
Total Score29/5531/55
Price Rating2/53/5*
Seat Depth Adjustability3/54/5*
Height Range3/53/5
Lumbar Comfort2/52/5
Armrests2/53/5*
Upper Back Support2/52.5/5*
Neck Support0/50/5
Breathability5/5*3.5/5
Material Quality3/53.5/5*
Softness2/52.5/5*
Warranty5/5*4/5
Pros
  • +Exceptional mesh breathability
  • +15-year warranty
  • +Auto-adjusting Form-Sensing support
  • +Lightweight at 28 lbs
  • +Excellent 3" seat depth adjustment
  • +12-year warranty
  • +Good breathability
  • +Premium build quality
Cons
  • -No headrest option
  • -No manual lumbar adjustment
  • -Limited armrest options
  • -Firm mesh seat
  • -No headrest option
  • -Basic lumbar (integrated only)
  • -Firm seating surface
  • -Premium pricing
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