Don't Buy A Haworth Chair Until You Watch This

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  • Опубликовано: 26 авг 2024

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  • @btodtv
    @btodtv  2 года назад

    Watch Next: Best Office Chair Tier List (30 Ranked For Comfort) ruclips.net/video/LichtcXPSHg/видео.html

  • @mati_wod
    @mati_wod 2 года назад +11

    Haworth is currently having a 15% off sale, too. Ended up pulling the trigger on the Soji for $445 (after taxes). Can’t wait to get it in and try it out!

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +3

      That is a SWEET deal -GK

    • @martinh1789
      @martinh1789 Год назад +1

      is it good 5 months later?

    • @mati_wod
      @mati_wod Год назад

      @@martinh1789 took some adjusting the first month (my back/body was used to sitting in bad chairs), but it has been an AWESOME purchase. Don’t regret paying up at all.

    • @martinh1789
      @martinh1789 Год назад +1

      @@mati_wod THANK YOU

    • @damianlua9282
      @damianlua9282 8 месяцев назад +2

      @@mati_wodhello it’s been a year and I came across this, is the Soji still treating you good?

  • @Goalier95
    @Goalier95 2 года назад +9

    Purchased the Fern Executive model without the lumbar support and have had it since mid-Feb of 2022. Use it at my home office and love it more than the one I use at my company's office which is the HM Aeron. I do miss the mesh seat for cooling properties but the back is so much more to my liking because it has no hard plasic edges on the seat and the back.

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +1

      What made you decide to go without the lumbar? Did you get a chance to try it first? -GK

    • @Goalier95
      @Goalier95 2 года назад +2

      @@btodtv Yes, I had visited a Haworth store in my area (Houston, TX) last December and sat on all their chairs for about 2 hours and knew my back didn't need the extra support with the lumbar. I tried the regular Fern with the stock fabric and armrests and the Executive model just felt sooooo luxurious to me. Also it came with the headrest which I wanted. I just knew that if I was going to spend over $1K on a ergo chair that I wanted something that I would enjoy for many years. Also, the regular armrest on the stock felt too "sticky" compared to the executive version which has a smoother texture. Love my Fern so much than when I come home to it even after all day at my work sitting on the Herman Miller Aeron that I can relax and play PC games and watch ESPN on and recline to its full position and crack open a Yuengling :)

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +1

      That's awesome. How much time do you think you spend in it each day?

    • @Goalier95
      @Goalier95 2 года назад +3

      @@btodtv Since owning it maybe about 4 hours Monday - Friday (evenings) and a bit more on the weekends. And it's just been a solid piece of engineering. Looks amazing and doesn't give off any gamer vibes but can accomplish many tasks from sitting close to my monitor or just relaxing as far back as I can. Not sure if it was mentioned in your video, but the adjustments of the knobs and levers on it are just excellent and so easy to use. I also wanted to support the family owned business in Michigan and wanted a fully-built office task chair. Also, thank you BTOD for helping me decide on a multitude of ergonomic chairs.

  • @svanir7619
    @svanir7619 2 года назад +21

    After about a month of owning the Fern, I'm still a big fan. I'm quite happy I picked it up without the headrest and forward tilt, though I think I would have liked the metal base a bit more. Oh well, it's a fantastic chair. Day long chair use back pain is now completely gone.

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +4

      That's awesome to hear. A huge upgrade from your previous Clatina Mallet :) -GK

  • @Peter-gb4ey
    @Peter-gb4ey 2 года назад +17

    What I would like to know is what people think of the Fern's optional lumbar support. Which people with which height like/dislike the lumbar support. I can't figure out if it's good for me or not.

    • @lesphotosdepapa
      @lesphotosdepapa 7 месяцев назад +1

      Did you figure it out yet ?

    • @strayowl8154
      @strayowl8154 14 часов назад

      We have the "no lumbar" model in the office. It is a quite decent chair without the lumbar, but then I could try the lumbar version in a store. I would say that Fern is better with the lumbar support.

  • @frankgh1
    @frankgh1 Год назад +34

    The under $500 chair is now $750…

  • @Jim_Mundy
    @Jim_Mundy 11 месяцев назад +1

    Hope those are affiliate links because you just sold me and I ordered a Soji direct with Haworth. Really great video. Look forward to your future content.

  • @Yahfz
    @Yahfz 2 года назад +5

    Just ordered the Zody. Never sat or had a high end chair in my life and bought the zody based on your guys recommendations, can’t wait to test it! Thank you for the video.

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад

      Great, keep us posted on how you like it -GK

    • @Yahfz
      @Yahfz 2 года назад

      @@btodtv I will! In Brazil we don’t have the Steelcase brand so i couldn’t buy the Leap, the aeron was over twice the price of the zody which i paid $590 for. Would you have bought something else?

    • @trollzone1
      @trollzone1 2 года назад +3

      I got the zody based on the recommendation of this video and did not like it all. Build quality is great, but the seat is too firm, the chair forces you to lean back 10-15 degrees (no upright lock ). Ends up hurting my back a bunch. Ended up getting a Herman Miller embody. It’s a lot nicer and comfortable of a chair…but it’s two times the cost.

    • @Yahfz
      @Yahfz 2 года назад

      @@trollzone1 The no upright lock seems like a huge downside to me... I haven't received the chair yet though, man i hope i like it.

    • @trollzone1
      @trollzone1 2 года назад +1

      @@Yahfz yeah the chair always leans back 10-15 degs and another annoyance if you’re tall the seat only slides back and forward so it leaves a large unsupported area in the back…making it a pretty pointless adjustment. My other issue is haven’t heard back from Haworth about getting a refund. I’ve called twice in the last week.
      If you can float $1700-$2000 buy a Herman miller embody or aeron. Both felt fantastic and are definitely a step up in quality.

  • @wb3213
    @wb3213 6 месяцев назад

    I just bought the Soji based on your recommendation and I couldn't be happier

  • @SaltiestSalem
    @SaltiestSalem 2 года назад +2

    I was debating between a few other chairs and a soji when I went into work and realized the amazing chair I've been sitting in all the time was a Very lol

  • @niffumdaed
    @niffumdaed 2 года назад +17

    Hey, you guys replied to me over a month ago that you would evaluate the "neue chair". I don't want to wait that long. I'm still sitting on my dining room chair 10 hours a day because I don't want to buy anything until I hear from you guys. I would like to hear if you guys know when the video is coming yet. Sincerely.

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +8

      We haven't had a chance to bring it in yet. Unfortunately, if you're waiting for our opinion it may be a while -GK

    • @sammerino9259
      @sammerino9259 2 года назад

      Yes please

    • @spedkaone
      @spedkaone Год назад +1

      Sitting on my dinning chair hahaha. I feel you bro.

  • @montesamuelian1247
    @montesamuelian1247 2 года назад +10

    Recently got a fully loaded used Zody in good condition for under $100 and have been very happy with it so far. Always curious what else is out there and how the Zody compares, especially to HM and Steelcase. Interested in why you guys seem to like the Zody as much as you do compared to its competitors (not that I disagree)

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +4

      Seems like a SOLID score. I personally prefer Steelcase across the board, but HM and Haworth have some really solid options as well. They just don't fit my body and tasking style as comfortably -GK

    • @Jez2008UK
      @Jez2008UK Год назад

      I tried ALL the competitor's chairs and preferred the Zody - had mine for 10 years and love it to this day (though, time for an upgrade I'd say!). PS - I paid $100 for mind too (13 years ago!).

    • @elishadn
      @elishadn 10 месяцев назад

      Where did you buy from?

  • @vroy8133
    @vroy8133 Год назад +1

    The review did not show the seat adjustments that go back and forth nor did it show the height adjustments.

  • @JohnfGames
    @JohnfGames 2 года назад +2

    I noticed the Zody has an Executive model "Zody Executive" that has a headrest. Is it the exact same chair as the standard Zody but with a headrest?

  • @dustingomez7590
    @dustingomez7590 Год назад +1

    You should review the Zody Classic Executive chair and let us know if it’s worth the $2500 price tag lol.

  • @duanecuaresma5663
    @duanecuaresma5663 2 года назад +3

    Great video. Been watching your series on these Haworth chair. In my country, only Haworth is available among the "great" brands; no Steelcase, no Herman Miller.
    Would you recommend the Fern for a shorter guy? I'm like 5'5-5'6 tall. I'm interested to know if similarly built people in your office find the Fern comfortable for their height.
    Thanks!

    • @Simmuh2
      @Simmuh2 2 года назад +1

      Im testing it right now. I am 1,72m i think its near your range. Backrest is good, i dont really like the tilt, because you cant lock it to not move at all and stay in a position. Armrest fit me well at lowest point. I have no headrest and i kinda miss it. Because when i put my head back, the lowest end of my back of the head touches the chair. Its a little unfortunate. But i got it relatively cheap without headrest and lumbar for 650€.

    • @duanecuaresma5663
      @duanecuaresma5663 2 года назад +1

      @@Simmuh2 Thanks. I actually bought the Fern, having no means of getting a Steelcase or an Herman Miller in my area.
      So far, I'm enjoying it. I got the lumbar but no headrest. I didn't like how hard the headrest is. I also don't like the arm rest. The curvature of the arm rest feels off for me.
      Everything else, I love.

    • @Simmuh2
      @Simmuh2 2 года назад +1

      @@duanecuaresma5663 Really want to try a steelcase gesture aswell. But nowhere local to be found

    • @duanecuaresma5663
      @duanecuaresma5663 2 года назад +3

      @@Simmuh2 Sucks, right? This channel really helped my buying decision.
      How do you feel about the arm rest of the Fern? Too stiff?

    • @Simmuh2
      @Simmuh2 2 года назад

      @@duanecuaresma5663 its okay for me, but it could be softer and more flat. Honestly most of the time i dont even really use them. I think its because my desk is still a little too high with mouse and keyboard. Really sucks to find good ergonomic chairs, adjustable tables and stuff when your on the smaller side

  • @technoM4niac
    @technoM4niac Год назад +2

    Can you lock the recline on the Very, Zody or Fern? When its reclined all the way back for example

    • @bobbymeadors3567
      @bobbymeadors3567 Год назад

      You can limit how far it goes back, but it can still go forward. can't lock it one place when it's reclined like you can some gaming chairs.

  • @Sewzone
    @Sewzone 2 года назад +1

    Great Video. Would you rather recommend the Steelcase Gesture for about 750$ or the Haworth Zody for 630$?

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +1

      $750 for a Gesture is a great price new. Personally, I'd probably go for the Gesture. But the seat pad on the Zody is more comfortable -GK

  • @danielgoen9452
    @danielgoen9452 Год назад

    Thanks for all the great videos you folks do!! Can you please tell me where the Soji is made? Im close to buying either the Soji or the Steelcase series one. I have a broken back, so comfort is very important, and unfortunately Im poor as chit, so this is a big decision for me. Thank you very much!!!

  • @tipoomaster
    @tipoomaster 2 года назад +2

    I have the Very. My only problem with it is the arm adjustments are so loose that even getting in and out of the chair, it's prone to move around, and the forward backwards adjustment on it is so loose it moves just moving my arms sometimes. Is there anything to do about that, or just how it is?
    I also never know where to put the lumbar lol.

  • @taxdad9729
    @taxdad9729 2 месяца назад

    Would you say the Zody seat is more comfortable than the Soji seat? Trying to decide if the Zody is worth the extra money over the Soji.

    • @strayowl8154
      @strayowl8154 14 часов назад

      I tried the soji and I have a zody at home. I would say that zodys seat is way better. Soji's is too small. But as there is a significant price diff I would say to try them if you can before buying

  • @mursalarabia
    @mursalarabia 2 года назад +1

    I got the Zody for free.. my neighbor was moving out and sold us 3 desks for $50 and gave us the chair.. It’s built like a tank and was curious about it .. and here we are.

  • @corinnamarliss7854
    @corinnamarliss7854 2 года назад +2

    I just received my Fern chair yesterday. The armrests are very wobbly. Is this normal?

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +2

      They can be a bit wobbly, especially fully extended-GK

  • @trollzone1
    @trollzone1 2 года назад +2

    I did not like my zody at all and I’m returning it. The lack of a locked upright setting is disappointing as is the back support (basically nonexistent). The chair forces me to slump back. Ended up buying a Herman Miller embody. It’s much nicer made and a lot more comfortable.

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +1

      Thanks for the feedback on that model. I can see the upright sitting issue being annoying. Ryan talks about how he uses the chair in the video to avoid that problem -GK

  • @zperdek
    @zperdek 2 года назад +5

    2 hours ago I said my mum, that I need new chair. And this video appeared just now. Coincidence?

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад

      Have you ever watched our channel? -GK

    • @chelseazhang9738
      @chelseazhang9738 2 года назад

      Guess who is listen 😏😏 it happens to me a few times already

  • @sisc3678
    @sisc3678 2 года назад +2

    Is the Sogi more padded than the Steelcase Amia? I know it is difficult to find a chair with thicker cushion.

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +2

      No, I’d say the Amia has a more cush seat pad. But I did enjoy the Soji when I used it -GK

  • @skysherlimit9778
    @skysherlimit9778 2 года назад +2

    I just got a Zody for $250 it was from Apple location that went remote. My only issue is the back although it reclines nicely, feels a little firm.

  • @chillmoney89
    @chillmoney89 2 года назад +1

    Just sat in the Zody and Fern. Loved the back of the Fern. Question on the Zody - does it have a natural lean backwards when “upright?” Maybe it was the one I tested, but when sitting as upright as possible, I was still leaning back slightly. Thanks

  • @Tackitt
    @Tackitt 9 месяцев назад

    How do you like the Haworth Assure?

  • @roey218
    @roey218 2 года назад +3

    I made some research and although the zody seems to look as a nice option it still has very law rating on amazon. And many people complain that it doesn't offer a full upright position. In your video recommendation for the best 10 chairs I think the zody isn't even mentioned. Would you still recommend it? Thanks

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +3

      The concerns of sitting perfectly upright are valid and that is the reason I don't like it as much. Ryan keeps the mechanism unlocked and turns up the tension to sit more upright. In my opinion, I would either sit in the Soji or the Fern. I know that doesn't fit with Ryan's favorite, but that is my take -GK

    • @jeems2066
      @jeems2066 2 года назад +2

      Sitting upright isn’t the best sitting posture. Leaning back a little is actually better for you, by 20 or so degrees

    • @xboxgamerz22
      @xboxgamerz22 Год назад

      @@jeems2066 have a bad sound

  • @fhowland
    @fhowland Год назад +1

    I don’t understand how the Very is way more expensive but the arms aren’t as adjustable! At least on the one I have..

  • @husainyard
    @husainyard 11 месяцев назад

    Got myself a Zody used for 63 bucks in my country Malaysia, pristine condition. Best buy ever.

    • @mikewu3103
      @mikewu3103 2 месяца назад

      yea, me too, got the herman miller embody logitech for 3$ dollars 😂 😂

  • @Cottam89
    @Cottam89 Год назад

    How are mid range office chairs for taller users who want to game on them too?

  • @braaitongs
    @braaitongs 6 месяцев назад

    If you were to sit in it for 10 hours a day which one would you choose?

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  6 месяцев назад +1

      The Fern if you have the budget for it. For me it would be with the digital knit back and lumbar system -Greg

    • @braaitongs
      @braaitongs 6 месяцев назад

      I heard a terrifying rumor that digital knit is not available in europe? I am going to a local distributor on monday, so I will ask them about this. @@btodtv

  • @MrPrentissDJones
    @MrPrentissDJones 2 года назад +4

    I already bought the gesture

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +3

      But here you are :) -GK

  • @rich5916
    @rich5916 2 года назад +2

    Do you have a current list of best chairs on your website? Could you link

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +1

      We are building something new based on Tier lists we've done in the past couple months -GK

    • @rich5916
      @rich5916 2 года назад

      @@btodtv cool when do you think it’ll be online

  • @informedchoice2249
    @informedchoice2249 10 месяцев назад

    Any headrest for this chair?

  • @ndMaikel
    @ndMaikel 11 месяцев назад

    What about the Haworth LIVELY tho??

  • @SiriusXification
    @SiriusXification 2 года назад +1

    Hey, weird situation here, I've got a choice between the Zody and the Okamura Contessa right now, both used, both in great condition. Is there a clearly better buy in this case or is it a matter a preference at this point?

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад

      I've only sat in the Contessa for a brief period of time. We like the Zody quite a bit though, Ryan especially -GK

    • @xboxgamerz22
      @xboxgamerz22 Год назад

      @@btodtv zody have a bad sound

  • @TheOnlyIchiban
    @TheOnlyIchiban Год назад

    What are the differences between the Soji Essentials vs the Soji (Regular)?

  • @sebastiensales1733
    @sebastiensales1733 2 года назад

    I think you should test out the Mavix M9 since its really comfy and not to touchy

  • @nancychen5186
    @nancychen5186 Год назад

    wooooof i just picked up a zody today for $80! and then the armrests for an extra $20 from the seller. everything works except the seat up and down lever... not sure what happened because he showed us how to do it and it worked and now it doesn't. :( everything else is great though.

  • @grantl5776
    @grantl5776 2 года назад +1

    Zody or the leap V2? Thanks

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +1

      V2 all day IMO -GK

  • @aceroalma1164
    @aceroalma1164 2 года назад

    What are the weight capacities of these chairs? Would you recommend them for heavy people?

    • @jeffreyhunter4115
      @jeffreyhunter4115 11 месяцев назад

      This is the same question I have (260lbs).

  • @taomahNEGEV
    @taomahNEGEV Год назад

    Have you tested the so popular Neue chair by Secret Lab?

  • @fbnxo
    @fbnxo Год назад

    the haworth back color, is it: Moon Flower? as there is no "White"?

    • @mp4philly736
      @mp4philly736 Год назад

      Moon flower is their white for mesh backs

  • @johnathankim6721
    @johnathankim6721 2 года назад +1

    I just returned a HM chair and they didn’t charge me returning shipping.

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад

      Which model chair did you return? -GK

    • @johnathankim6721
      @johnathankim6721 2 года назад +2

      @@btodtv remastered Aeron!

    • @johnathankim6721
      @johnathankim6721 2 года назад +1

      @@btodtv I also started the return process for my gaming embody as I was undecided on which chair I was going to choose between the Aeron and the Embody. During the process of returning the gaming embody they did not mention charging return shipping.

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад

      Thank you. Keep us posted if it changes -GK

    • @dmdport745
      @dmdport745 2 года назад +2

      @@johnathankim6721 Any update on that? I dont think its a return shipping fee but they charge a 10% stocking fee on the refund.

  • @Xyrium
    @Xyrium 11 месяцев назад

    Soji is amazing...nothing in the 500 range touches it, including a refurb Leap 2.

  • @xenonny
    @xenonny Год назад

    anyone got opinions on Haworth Lively?

  • @Gavinbelson
    @Gavinbelson Год назад

    Would a haworth Fern fit a 6'4 175 pound man?

    • @bobbymeadors3567
      @bobbymeadors3567 Год назад

      Yes i think so, but be aware that for the seat pan to fit you, you'll have to slide it all the way out and the gap between seat and backrest bothers some folks.

    • @Gavinbelson
      @Gavinbelson Год назад +1

      @@bobbymeadors3567 Just got mine, seat pan is fine. The back is horrible for me, pushes my shoulders and neck forward, cannot get comfortable in this thing. sending it back.

  • @TravisTerrell
    @TravisTerrell Год назад +1

    Is it really pronounced Hayworth? I've always assumed it's just like it's spelled: Haw-worth! No clue, though

    • @rilez2106
      @rilez2106 Год назад

      That's the English language for ya

    • @mp4philly736
      @mp4philly736 Год назад

      I was on the phone with a sales rep and said haw-worth and she corrected me to say hayworth

  • @ශාලිත
    @ශාලිත 2 года назад +1

    Ordered and waiting until its dilivered

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад

      Which one did you order? -GK

    • @ශාලිත
      @ශාලිත 2 года назад

      @@btodtv ordered the fern the agent only had the one without the headrest.so went with it.

  • @crunchsixfoe
    @crunchsixfoe 2 года назад +1

    I checked my local haworth dealer for the cost of ordering a Fern headrest - they wanted $500+ CAD for one! Luckily I don't want one from all the advice of videos like this and not recommended for taller users in general.

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад +1

      WOW! I suppose if you try to buy a car in parts it will be 3X the price -GK

  • @TimberWulfIsHere
    @TimberWulfIsHere Год назад

    I bought a 2nd hand very chair for 30 bucks.
    Gotta say, very chair, much comfortable. Wow.

  • @MaxMansfield
    @MaxMansfield 2 года назад +3

    BTOD needs an onlyfans. Onlychairs?

    • @btodtv
      @btodtv  2 года назад

      LOL. Thanks for the laugh -GK

  • @xboxgamerz22
    @xboxgamerz22 Год назад

    I'm disappointed it make a bad sound