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Knoll Regeneration vs Steelcase Karman

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

WINNER
KRKnoll Regeneration

Knoll Regeneration

Ergonomic Office
27.5/55
$1,500-$1,700
SKSteelcase Karman

Steelcase Karman

Ergonomic Office
26/55
$1,200-$1,500
Criteria
Knoll Regeneration
Steelcase Karman
Total Score27.5/5526/55
Price Rating0/52/5*
Seat Depth Adjustability4/5*0/5
Height Range3/53/5
Lumbar Comfort3/5*2/5
Armrests2/54/5*
Upper Back Support2.5/5*2/5
Neck Support0/50/5
Breathability4/54/5
Material Quality3/53/5
Softness2/52/5
Warranty4/54/5
Pros
  • +Excellent seat depth adjustment (3")
  • +Good mesh breathability
  • +12-year warranty
  • +Decent lumbar support
  • +Full 4D armrest adjustability
  • +Excellent mesh breathability
  • +12-year Steelcase warranty
  • +Ultra-lightweight at 29 lbs
Cons
  • -No headrest option
  • -Very expensive
  • -Basic plastic armrests
  • -Firm mesh seat
  • -No seat depth adjustment
  • -No headrest option
  • -Basic lumbar (optional extra cost)
  • -Firm mesh seat
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