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Haworth vs X-Chair
Haworth comes out ahead overall.
The verdict in 10 seconds
Best Haworth
Haworth FernComfortable, well-built all-day chair with flexible back support at a steep priceSuits you if
- You sit at a desk for long hours and want a chair for the long haul
- You value a flexible, supportive backrest and very adjustable armrests
- You like choosing your own colors, materials and features
Best X-Chair
X-Chair X2Highly adjustable with strong lower-back support, but pricey and polarizingSuits you if
- You sit at a desk most of the day and want firm lower-back support
- You enjoy fine-tuning a chair to fit your body exactly
- You want a premium mesh chair below top-tier designer prices
The short version
Haworth is the stronger brand for office chairs right now. The best single model of the two is the Haworth Fern, which suits you if you sit at a desk for long hours and want a chair for the long haul.
We researched 8 expert reviews, analyzed 2,612 owner ratings and comments across 9 sources for every Haworth and X-Chair model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
See the evidence
Brand scoreboardAverage score 78 vs 67 · reliability 73 vs 100
| Haworth | X-Chair | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 78 | 67 |
| Experts | 89 | 78 |
| Owners | 69 | 40 |
| Reliability | 73 | 100 |
| Models scored | 1 | 1 |
| Most reliable model | Haworth Fern | X-Chair X2 |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Quick answers
Which is better, Haworth or X-Chair?
Haworth, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 78 for Haworth vs 67 for X-Chair.Which brand is more reliable, Haworth or X-Chair?
X-Chair. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 73 vs 100.What is the best Haworth office chair?
The Haworth Fern. It suits you if you sit at a desk for long hours and want a chair for the long haul.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Haworth models (78).What is the best X-Chair office chair?
The X-Chair X2. It suits you if you sit at a desk most of the day and want firm lower-back support.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among X-Chair models (67).