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Steelcase Think vs Knoll Generation

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

WINNER
STSteelcase Think

Steelcase Think

Ergonomic Office
32/55
$1,099
KGKnoll Generation

Knoll Generation

Ergonomic Office
31/55
$800-$1,000
Criteria
Steelcase Think
Knoll Generation
Total Score32/5531/55
Price Rating2/53/5*
Seat Depth Adjustability5/5*4/5
Height Range3/53/5
Lumbar Comfort2/52/5
Armrests4/5*3/5
Upper Back Support2/52.5/5*
Neck Support0/50/5
Breathability4/5*3.5/5
Material Quality3/53.5/5*
Softness3/5*2.5/5
Warranty4/54/5
Pros
  • +Excellent seat depth adjustment
  • +Good 4D armrest adjustment
  • +Decent breathability with mesh back
  • +12-year Steelcase warranty
  • +Excellent 3" seat depth adjustment
  • +12-year warranty
  • +Good breathability
  • +Premium build quality
Cons
  • -No headrest option
  • -Basic lumbar support compared to premium chairs
  • -Upper back support is minimal
  • -Mid-range price still not cheap
  • -No headrest option
  • -Basic lumbar (integrated only)
  • -Firm seating surface
  • -Premium pricing
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