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Steelcase Series 2 vs Knoll Generation

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

WINNER
S2Steelcase Series 2

Steelcase Series 2

Ergonomic Office
33/55
$463-$914
KGKnoll Generation

Knoll Generation

Ergonomic Office
31/55
$800-$1,000
Criteria
Steelcase Series 2
Knoll Generation
Total Score33/5531/55
Price Rating3/53/5
Seat Depth Adjustability4/54/5
Height Range3/53/5
Lumbar Comfort3/5*2/5
Armrests4/5*3/5
Upper Back Support2/52.5/5*
Neck Support0/50/5
Breathability3/53.5/5*
Material Quality3/53.5/5*
Softness3/5*2.5/5
Warranty5/5*4/5
Pros
  • +Lifetime structural warranty
  • +Full 4D armrest adjustability
  • +Excellent seat depth adjustment
  • +Weight-activated adjustment
  • +Excellent 3" seat depth adjustment
  • +12-year warranty
  • +Good breathability
  • +Premium build quality
Cons
  • -No headrest option
  • -Limited upper back support
  • -Many features are optional extras
  • -Base model lacks lumbar
  • -No headrest option
  • -Basic lumbar (integrated only)
  • -Firm seating surface
  • -Premium pricing
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