Haworth

Zody Office Chair

Zody made history in ergonomics — and keeps moving it forward. From its patented lumbar and pelvic support system to torsional flex and adaptive mesh, every detail is engineered for innovation. Designed to deliver dynamic support, Zody responds to every shift with precision, whether you’re fully seated or perched at a height-adjustable desk.

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Zody is built to support the way you work whether you're fully seated or in a perched position at a height-adjustable desk. At the core of its ergonomic innovation is a 3-point synchronous tilt system that aligns with the body's natural pivot points hip, knee, and ankle to deliver a smooth, effortless recline. This means minimal effort to lean back, consistent lumbar support, and a perfectly balanced feel, no matter your shape or size.  
 
Zody was the first chair to offer asymmetrical lumbar support for personalized comfort, and the first to achieve Cradle to Cradle® certification for sustainability. Every detail is fine-tuned for comfort and precision. Its Pelvic and Asymmetrical Lumbar system provides customized support, encouraging a natural sitting posture. The suspension mesh gives you targeted support with three distinct zones, calibrated for ergonomic balance and all-day comfort. Torsional flex allows the backrest to respond dynamically to shifts in position, reducing pressure points and increasing mobility. 
 
Zody isn’t just good for you — it’s good for the planet, too. With GREENGUARD Gold® certification, it’s been independently tested and proven to be free from over 10,000 chemicals, helping support cleaner air where you work.

Try it at home for 30 days. If you decide to return it, the shipping’s on us.

  • Adjustable Seat Height
  • 4D Arms
  • Adjustable Seat Depth
  • Back Stop
  • Tilt Tension
  • Forward Tilt
  • Optional Patented Asymmetrical Lumbar Support
  • Optional Dual Posture
  • Soft Casters
  • Assembled in the USA

Dimensions

  • Standard Posture: Overall Height: 38"-47"
  • Dual Posture: Overall Height: 39.5"-46.2"
  • Overall Width: 29"
  • Overall Depth: 29"
  • Standard Posture: Seat Height: 16"–21"
  • Dual Posture: Seat Height: 17.5"–24.5"
  • Seat Width: 19.5"
  • Seat Depth: with Lumbar: 16.8"-19.5"
  • Seat Depth: without Lumbar: 17.5"-20.2"
  • Arm Height: 7.6"-11.6"
  • Width Between Armrests: 16.7"-20.4"
  • Warrantied for people up to 325 lbs.

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How to Adjust & Care For Zody

Watch the video to see how to easily adjust Zody’s seat height and depth, tilt tension, and more.

Get to know all the adjustments on Zody.

Content: Care
  • Vacuum your chair as needed.
  • For additional cleaning, use a solution of lukewarm water and mild detergent (about 10%). Gently apply in a circular motion, then rinse with warm water and dry with a soft cloth.

Materials

Choose from breathable mesh, our signature zero-waste digital knit, or top-grain leather. Mesh naturally regulates body temperature and beautifully filters light. Digital knit offers the coziness of your favorite sweater and the innovation of technology. Because each cut is engineered to exact dimensions, there’s no leftover material — and zero waste. Our smooth, full-grain leather is soft and luxe with a premium feel.

Shipping, Setup, & Returns

Shipping

Free ground shipping.

Setup

No assembly required. Your chair will be ready to go, right out of the box.

Returns

Free returns if initiated within 30 days of receipt.

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Comfort Award
Sustainably Made
12 year warranty
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GREENGUARD Gold
Cradle to Cradle
BIFMA Certified

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Dual Posture

Designed for sit-to-stand work, this option supports that in-between posture — part sitting, part standing — so you stay supported even when your desk is raised.

Pelvic Asymmetrical Lumbar Support

Zody’s patented PAL™ system delivers targeted lower back support — stabilizing the pelvis while allowing independent adjustment on either side of the lumbar for a custom fit that aligns with your spine’s natural curves.

Forward Tilt

Tilt the seat forward by 5° to support upright, task-focused posture — ideal for moments of deep concentration or close-up work.

Seat Height Adjustment

Easily adjust the seat to match your height. For optimal support, your knees should form a 90° angle with your feet flat on the floor.

Tilt Tension Control

Go from relaxed and reclined to sitting upright in seconds with a simple, easy-to-use crank.

4D Arms

Get full support for your neck and shoulders with arms that move in and out, up and down, side to side, and front to back.

Designed for all the ways you work.

Engineered for your body. Designed for the planet.

Two Postures, One Chair

Zody was one of the first chairs to introduce dual posture support — designed for both seated and perched positions. That means full ergonomic comfort whether you’re sitting down or working at a raised desk in that in-between, half-sit/half-stand stance.

Trailblazing Sustainability

Zody doesn’t just meet sustainability standards — it helps set them. It’s the first chair to earn Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze under the newest qualifications and also meets the highest environmental criteria from BIFMA, the Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association.

GREENGUARD Gold® Certified

Zody is certified to meet the most rigorous standard for low chemical emissions — tested to be free of over 10,000 VOCs (volatile organic compounds) that can affect indoor air quality. The result? A chair that helps create a cleaner, healthier workspace.

Environmental Integrity

Zody is made with more than 90% recyclable materials — and it’s designed for easy disassembly, making end-of-life recycling simple. We never use PVC, heavy metals, or flame retardants in our chairs, so you can feel good about what you’re sitting on.

Sustainable Comfort

Opt for Zody in Hobson fabric and help reduce ocean waste. Made from 80% ocean-bound plastic and recycled polyester, this exclusive textile is soft, durable, and modern. Each yard diverts 33 plastic bottles from entering the ocean — proof that comfort can do good.

Reviews

Customer Reviews

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Kurt Saldutti
Been about nine months of owning my Zody full featured all option Executive chair

The chair is a cut above many others out there mostly because it can what others do not and that is dual position option or made to be used with multi-level sitting and/or standing desks. Quit uniquely designed and made well. Of course, not all is perfect but very few products are. I opted to negated the original 4 position arm rests and they customed reordered a replacement chair with simple heigh adjustment armrest. Why? The 4-position arm rest are loosey-goosey and rattly, noisy sloppy. But, please its certainly is not only Haworth chairs all of them no matter the price points have the same situation with their arm rests with so many reviews mentioning this dilemma. Some are worse as complaints of just how slight bumping or arm movement and the adjustments is all over the place. Haworth 4-way armrest at least stay put until you wish to change their positions. Understand chair companies order from vendors most of the parts that makeup the entire chair. And armrest vendors seem all the same meaning there is probably only a couple who actual make them for chair companies spec or offer A B or C quality & design class of their products much like automobile vendor parts usually the bean counters have the last say. The Zody chair has just right and smart number of important adjustments and not overly burdened by all kinds of buttons and knobs handles and such with moving parts that certainly will become problems over a short period of time. Like a high-end cars, the more options and goodies the more problems. The head rest on the executive chair like mine is okay, but as I mentioned to Hayworth what did you not for the money order from you parts vendor the adjustable tilt backward ~ forward not just sliding up and down. Seriously the added expense would have been minute ordered in volume like from Atlas chair headrests. Optional two locking caster wheels should be standard. Why, because we humans like to put out legs up on desks and maybe other things in a restful way we do and the chair without locking casters wheels zip out from under, that’s why. Several other chair companies do offer locking casters wheels a few have them as standard. In reality you only need two out of the five to lock. I ordered and install locking caster wheels. All and all the Haworth Zody chair is among the very best out there and the dual position is king with the forward and down seat tilt and multi height for adjustable desks. Remember to go over the list of offerings for the Zody chair and ask question of the Haworth sales folks as they are excellent, very friendly knowledgeable and accommodating, something that is a rarity these days. Also remember your chair is a made in the USA product. Granted there are parts that are probably from the Pacific rim region but at least it’s more American than many others.

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Zody Executive Chair. We are glad to hear that you have been enjoying the dual position option and the unique design of the chair. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the loose 4-position arm rests and we appreciate your feedback. We are happy to make the necessary adjustments to ensure your satisfaction. We also appreciate your suggestions for the head rest and locking caster wheels and will take them into consideration for future improvements. Thank you for choosing Haworth and we hope you continue to enjoy your Zody Executive Chair.

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RANDAL TITONY
Groovy baby!!

It’s perfect for I was looking for. Rarely can you find a chair that raises up higher than normal. This chair is great.

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a groovy review for our Zody Executive Chair. We're thrilled to hear that it's exactly what you were looking for, especially with its unique ability to raise up higher than normal chairs. We appreciate your support and hope the chair continues to meet all your needs. Have a great day!

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Will
Switched from HM Aeron

I usually don't provide reviews, although I read them to make decisions on products to buy, but I decided to take a chance on a brand other than HM as the usual office standard chairs. I'm self-employed and work from home now, but my last company had HM Aeron's and a few Embody's. I'm a bit stocky, so having the size chair to fit was important as well as good lumbar due old back injury.

I initially bought an Embody for home, and after a year or so, sold it because the back didn't have the lumbar support I needed. I couldn't get comfortable. I shifted back to an Aeron and used it for a couple of years, but it basically became uncomfortable to sit in. The mesh bottom is great for in office seating but extended days at home, not so much.

After experiencing discomfort and inadequate support from the Herman Miller Aeron chair due to my body situation, I decided to take a chance on the Zody office chair. Unlike the Aeron, the Zody offers adjustable lumbar support and a pelvic tilt mechanism that caters specifically to my needs, ensuring proper posture and significantly reducing strain on my injured lower back. The Aeron is adjustable but it's basically a hard block that you can slide up and down. I liked the "punch" of it in my lower back, but the Zody's version is more subtle. At first I was dubious, but the more I use the chair, the more it's grown on me, and I like it. The only change I would make is to be able to push it more into the back at the tightest adjustment, but I like the variable tension on each side. Although minor, only other thing I'd like is the ability to lock the position of the arm rests. Lean on them a little bit and out they go.

While the Herman Miller Aeron is undeniably a popular choice among office chairs, its design doesn't accommodate all body types equally. The Haworth Zody, however, provides customizable options that adapt to various builds, making it an ideal choice for someone with my physical requirements. I would add that I prefer the ability to slide the seat bed back and forth for added seat bed length. The Aeron is what you see is what you get and the front lip dug into my legs after a while.

The Zody's design and high-quality materials not only add a touch of sophistication to my workspace but also ensure long-lasting durability. The Haworth Zody office chair has proven to be a superior seating solution for me, offering the essential support and comfort I need to maintain good posture and enhance productivity throughout the day. It also has a great price point compared to a brand new Aeron, and more adjustable

My Aeron is about 20 years old and original equipment and still going strong, so I'm hoping the Zody will do the same. Time will tell but all in all, I'm happy with my choice.

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are so happy to hear that the Zody office chair has been a great fit for you, especially with its adjustable lumbar support and pelvic tilt mechanism. We understand how important it is to have a comfortable and supportive chair, especially for those with previous injuries. We appreciate your feedback about being able to lock the position of the arm rests and will definitely consider this for future improvements. We're glad to have you as a satisfied customer and we hope the Zody continues to provide you with a comfortable sitting experience.

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User
Great chair

Great chair overall. The only complaint I have is on the headset which is a bit too hard. Also, one of the screws for the headset became a bit loose after a few days, but I cannot really open the cover and tighten the screw, which affects the experience.

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our Zody Executive Chair. We're glad to hear that you are enjoying the chair overall. We apologize for the issue you experienced with the headset. Our team will make sure to look into this and see if there are any adjustments that can be made. If you need any assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We want to ensure that you have the best experience with our product.

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Juli
Finally!

Love this chair. Perfect for those of us on the shorter side of height. Comfort meets ergonomics. Bonus -arrived fully assembled.

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