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LiberNovo Omni vs Steelcase Karman

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

WINNER
LOLiberNovo Omni

LiberNovo Omni

Ergonomic Office
34.5/55
$800-$1000
SKSteelcase Karman

Steelcase Karman

Ergonomic Office
26/55
$1,200-$1,500
Criteria
LiberNovo Omni
Steelcase Karman
Total Score34.5/5526/55
Price Rating4.5/5*2/5
Seat Depth Adjustability0/50/5
Height Range2/53/5*
Lumbar Comfort5/5*2/5
Armrests3/54/5*
Upper Back Support4/5*2/5
Neck Support5/5*0/5
Breathability2/54/5*
Material Quality2/53/5*
Softness4/5*2/5
Warranty3/54/5*
Pros
  • +S-tier lumbar support - best in class
  • +Excellent headrest - very soft and easy to adjust
  • +Very comfortable seat - soft but also firm
  • +Easy assembly with good directions and included tools
  • +Full 4D armrest adjustability
  • +Excellent mesh breathability
  • +12-year Steelcase warranty
  • +Ultra-lightweight at 29 lbs
Cons
  • -Seat depth feels small due to lumbar pushing you forward - 48cm still feels cramped
  • -Armrests slightly wobbly and could go wider
  • -Lots of plastic bits feel slightly cheap vs Steelcase/Herman Miller
  • -Hard to reach tension knob
  • -No seat depth adjustment
  • -No headrest option
  • -Basic lumbar (optional extra cost)
  • -Firm mesh seat
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