Silentbox vs Hushoffice: the facts side by side.
Hushoffice is the acoustic brand of Poland’s Mikomax with 30+ years in contract furniture (maker’s data). Silentbox is a European manufacturer with its own production, certified insulation of up to 35 dB and an EU warehouse hub in Wrocław. We put the facts in one table — compare them side by side.
- Certified insulation up to 35 dB — ISO 11957
- Warranty up to 10 years
- Installed in a few hours, no renovation
Pods for calls and meetings: Hushoffice or Silentbox
Hushoffice is made by Mikomax Smart Office in Łódź: 30+ years of contract furniture, ISO 9001 and 14001 production, a line from Hushphone to Hushfree, and part of the Haworth group (maker’s data). A strong European player — comparing against it is standard practice in any tender.
Silentbox builds pods in its own factory, with an EU warehouse hub in Wrocław: certified insulation of up to 35 dB (ISO 11957; also tested to ISO 23351-1), a warranty of up to 10 years and installation in a few hours. More than 500 installations in 28 countries — including the UN, PwC, Bolt, Uklon, Megogo and Genesis. Instead of retelling anyone else’s specs, we put the facts side by side — compare line by line.
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Who Hushoffice suits — and who chooses Silentbox
Both companies are real manufacturers with their own factories. The differences lie in acoustic data, warranty terms and how far the pod can be customised.
Hushoffice is your pick if:
- procurement runs centrally through a Haworth/Mikomax dealer
- you specifically need the hush line’s catalogue configurations
- you prefer a Polish maker with 30+ years in contract furniture and ISO 14001 production (maker’s data)
Silentbox is your pick if:
- you want the Premium level of up to 35 dB (ISO 11957; also tested to ISO 23351-1)
- you want a longer frame warranty: 10 years on Premium pods vs Hushoffice’s 5-year product warranty (maker’s data)
- fast installation (a few hours, no renovation) and service by the manufacturer matter to you
- the pod has to fit your brand guidelines: 20+ RAL, prints, veneer
Silentbox vs Hushoffice: 8 criteria side by side
Silentbox data is our own; Hushoffice data comes from the brand’s public sources.
| Criterion | Silentbox | Hushoffice |
|---|---|---|
| Acoustics & proof | Premium up to 35 dB to ISO 11957 (also tested to ISO 23351-1), Lite 25 dB, Custom up to 45 dB | Hushfree S — 30.2 dB Ds,A, Class A; the entry-level Hushphone is Class B, 26.9 dB Ds,A (maker’s data) |
| Production & sales | Own factory production and manufacturer pricing; EU warehouse hub in Wrocław, Poland | Mikomax factory in Łódź (Poland); sales via authorised dealers and the Haworth group, quotes also directly from Hushoffice |
| Standard equipment | Silent ventilation, LED light, 220 V + USB/Type-C sockets, touch control | Hushphone: ventilation and lighting with a motion sensor, power outlet, USB-A and USB-C (maker’s data) |
| Smart features & options | Touch panel in every pod; optional Cloud platform: app booking, access control, occupancy analytics 24/7; on request: LAN, conference kit, RFID, smoke detectors | Hushassistant touchscreen on Hushfree (optional on Hushfree S): light presets, ventilation control, booking via Microsoft 365 |
| Customisation & bespoke pods | 20+ RAL colours, prints, wood veneer; the Custom line — bespoke sizes and 35–45 dB acoustics | Catalogue finishes of the hush line; bespoke sizes not published |
| Lead times in the EU | Production 3–6 weeks, delivery across Europe 10–25 days from the Polish hub, installation in a few hours | Delivery time per quote (dealer or Hushoffice); assembly only by trained personnel (maker’s manual) |
| Warranty | Premium: 10 years on the frame, 5 on electronics, 3 on moving parts; Lite and WorkPod: 3 years | 5-year product warranty (maker’s data) |
| Service & spare parts | Service by the manufacturer: spare parts from the EU hub, crew visits, upgrades | Via the supplier the pod was bought from (maker’s manual) |
Hushoffice data comes from public sources (hushoffice.com: company, dealers and product pages; Hushfree and Hushclassic brochures; Hushfree manual; haworth.com) as of November 2026 and may change. Confirm current specs and terms with the brand’s official representatives.
A quieter open space: production in 3–6 weeks
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Why Silentbox and not Hushoffice: ISO certificates, patents and a warranty of up to 10 years
Factory-direct, EU hub in Poland
Manufacturer pricing and factory-direct supply: pods ship across Europe in 10–25 days from the Wrocław warehouse hub.
Certified insulation up to 35 dB
Premium up to 35 dB to ISO 11957, also tested to ISO 23351-1; Lite 25 dB. The Custom line reaches 45 dB.
Installed in a few hours
Production takes 3–6 weeks; on-site assembly takes a few hours — no renovation, dust or permits.
Warranty up to 10 years
Premium: 10 years on the frame, 5 on electronics, 3 on moving parts; Lite and WorkPod: 3 years. The manufacturer and warrantor are the same company.
20+ RAL, prints, veneer
A pod built for your interior and brand guidelines, not picked from a standard colour catalogue.
Patented original design
Patents UA 147003, UA 150386 and EUIPO registered design RCD 015018000 — our own engineering.
Silentbox models vs the hush line
Certified acoustics, silent ventilation, LED light and 220 V + USB sockets in every model.
Common questions about Silentbox and Hushoffice
How is Silentbox different from Hushoffice?
Both companies build their own pods, so the differences are in the specs. Silentbox Premium offers insulation of up to 35 dB to ISO 11957 and up to 10 years of warranty on the frame, ships across Europe in 10–25 days from its EU hub in Wrocław and is installed in a few hours. Hushoffice states Class A (30.2 dB Ds,A) for the Hushfree S and a 5-year product warranty (maker’s data).
What should I choose instead of Hushphone for calls?
In the Silentbox range the Hushphone format is covered by Solo Lite (25 dB) and Solo Premium (up to 35 dB to ISO 11957; also tested to ISO 23351-1). Both models come with ventilation, LED light and 220 V sockets.
How can I verify the acoustics before buying?
Check which standard each figure refers to: ISO 11957 and ISO 23351-1 (speech level reduction, Ds,A) measure different things, so their numbers cannot be compared head to head. Then listen for yourself: the online Sound Lab on the Silentbox site compares noise levels outside and inside the pod.
What are Silentbox lead times?
Silentbox production takes 3–6 weeks, delivery across Europe takes 10–25 days from the Wrocław hub, and installation takes a few hours with no renovation or permits. If your project has a hard deadline, tell us the date and we will confirm feasibility before you commit.
Who uses Silentbox pods?
Silentbox counts more than 500 installations in 28 countries: the UN, PwC, Bolt, Uklon, Megogo and Genesis among them. We will share cases relevant to your industry along with the quote.
Silentbox projects in real offices
