Haworth
Haworth Zody
Ideal for: Anyone seeking advanced, asymmetric lumbar support, ideal for demanding backs and long days
I'd choose it above all for the PAL lumbar if I have back trouble, accepting you must spend time adjusting it and that it's premium.
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Best useAnyone needing fine, asymmetric lumbar support who values 4D armrests and zoned mesh.
Avoid ifYou want a plug-and-play chair with no adjustments or your budget doesn't reach the premium tier.
Direct alternativeHaworth Fern if you prefer a backrest that flexes rather than the adjustable PAL lumbar.
Verified capacitySupports up to 159 kg
Warranty12-year warranty listed in verified specs
How this product is assessed
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Category scores
editorial · specs based8.7/10 · overall score
Technical specs
Ergonomics and adjustments
| Lumbar support | Adjustable 5D |
|---|---|
| Armrests | 4D |
| Adjustable seat depth | Yes |
| Max recline | n/a |
| Mechanism | Manufacturer-listed recline mechanism |
Build and materials
| Backrest | Mesh |
|---|---|
| Base | n/a |
| BIFMA certification | Yes |
| Maximum supported weight | 159 kg |
| Product weight | n/a |
Dimensions and warranty
| Width | 74 cm |
|---|---|
| Depth | 74 cm |
| Warranty | 12 years |
What the community says
The Zody is known in ergonomics communities for its PAL lumbar system, which many consider among the best for adjusting support on each side of the back. The positive consensus centres on that lumbar and its 4D armrests; the usual gripes are the price and the time you must invest setting it up to feel the difference.
Good fit
- People with back trouble who need fine, side-by-side lumbar support
- Users who value 4D armrests and zoned suspension mesh
- Anyone seeking environmental certifications and a 12-year warranty
Not ideal for
- Anyone wanting a ready-to-go chair with almost no adjustments
- Budgets below the premium tier
- Anyone who prefers a heavily padded upholstered seat
Strengths
- PAL lumbar system: asymmetric, independent adjustment of each side of the back
- 4D armrests (height, width, depth and pivot)
- Zoned suspension mesh backrest
- Adjustable seat depth and 3-point synchronised tilt
- GREENGUARD Gold, Cradle to Cradle and BIFMA certifications
- 12-year warranty, supports up to 159 kg
Weaknesses
- Needs setup time to make the most of the PAL lumbar
- Optional forward tilt lowers the load capacity
- Premium price
Verified sources
- store.haworth.comretailer · checked 2026-06-20
- haworth.comofficial source · checked 2026-06-20
Data source: verified product specs · checked 2026-06-25. Editorial scores are based on specs and category fit. "n/a" means no verified data; check the manufacturer or retailer page before buying.