10 booths & pods tested
Our interior design and furniture specialists have extensively tested ten different booths and pods, partly in our own showroom and partly at the manufacturers' own facilities. We do this not to compare brands, but to provide insight into the differences in perception, acoustics and functionality.
The models we highlight in this magazine are the ones we believe perform best within their category. They show well how different solutions can be from aesthetic design to acoustic perfection.
We combine our findings with the manufacturer's technical specifications. This gives you a complete insight in performance as well as practical experience, a combination that will help you make the right choice for your office. We also regularly have a variety of booths and pods from various manufacturers in our showroom.
Feel free to stop by to experience and test them for yourself.
Want to know more? Please contact us we are happy to think with you.
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Where in the office:
Focus/social and collaboration zones -
Suitable for:
Video calls
The Framery One is a single-person acoustic workspace designed for phone calls, video calls and concentrated work. The Finnish brand Framery is considered one of the pioneers in soundproof workspaces and focuses on acoustic quality, user comfort and durability.
The pod provides a good balance of silence, ventilation and comfort, keeping the room quiet and fresh even with extended use. Control via the Framery Connect app allows for usage and occupancy tracking and integration into existing reservation systems.
- Comfortable and easy to use
- Acoustics and ventilation in good balance
- Adequate privacy, even close to workstations
- Lighting suitable for videocalls
- Available with stool or bench for different working postures
- Flexibly deployable and equipped with wheels for internal movement
- Digital features make booking and usage transparent
- Solid construction and careful workmanship
- Short delivery time makes the pod quickly deployable in projects
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Where in the office:
Focus/social and collaboration zones -
Suitable for:
Short (video) calls
The Kall S is the most compact pod in Kettal Studio's Kall series: a one-person space for calling, video meetings or short concentrated work. The design is in keeping with Kettal's vision that a call box should be a natural part of architecture, subtle, warm and in balance with its surroundings. The glass door creates a light, open feel, while the textile curtain provides privacy without completely closing off the space. This creates a secure, homely atmosphere that fits well within modern office and hospitality environments.
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Where in the office:
Social - and collaboration zones -
Suitable for:
Video calls
The HushFree S Hybrid is a single-person acoustic workstation designed for concentrated work, video calls and online meetings. The pod provides a quiet and fresh environment that shields the user from ambient noise. The integrated sofa and fixed work surface make the HushFree S Hybrid suitable for hybrid forms of work where comfort and privacy are important.
Lighting and ventilation are automatically activated via a motion sensor and are manually adjustable. Side LED lighting naturally illuminates the face during video calls, while the ventilation system provides even air circulation.
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Where in the office:
Focus/social and collaboration zones -
Suitable for:
Longer (video) call
The Kall M by Kettal Studio is a one-person acoustic workspace designed for phone calls, video meetings or concentrated work. The pod is part of the Kall series.
The Kall M is the more spacious version of the Kall S and, with about 30 cm extra width, offers more room to move and comfort. The glass door and textile curtain create an open, light feel while maintaining privacy. This creates a secure, homely atmosphere that fits within modern office and hospitality environments.
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Where in the office:
Social - and collaboration zones -
Suitable for:
Focus work, video calls and short consultations
The Zen Pod Medium is an acoustic space for one to two people, designed for focus work, video calls and short consultations. Designer Staffan Holm combined Japanese simplicity with Scandinavian craftsmanship and created a place that exudes tranquility without being completely enclosed. The transparent curtains and wooden slatted panel provide visual privacy while keeping the space feeling light and open.
- Quiet, comfortable acoustic space for one to two people
- Acoustically strong, Class A speech isolation (30.8 dB)
- Ventilation is quiet and pleasantly adjustable
- Soft, non-reflective lighting, suitable for videocalls
- Slat panel and curtain provide subtle privacy
- Short assembly time
- High quality finish with natural materials
- Fits visually well in open office environments
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Where in the office:
Focus/social and collaboration zones -
Suitable for:
1 on 1 conversation and also suitable for 4 people
The Framery Four is an acoustic meeting room for up to four people, designed for consultation, hybrid meetings and concentrated collaboration in a quiet and comfortable environment. Framery is a Finnish brand known internationally as a pioneer in acoustic work and meeting spaces, with a strong focus on sound quality, user comfort and durability.
- Acoustics and ventilation are well balanced
- Provides sufficient privacy without feeling closed in
- Accessible design, also suitable for wheelchair users
- Solid construction and careful workmanship
- Touchscreen controls work intuitively
- A lock with code or tag (optional) is practical for shared use
- Short delivery time makes the pod rapidly deployable in projects
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Where in the office:
Social - and collaboration zones -
Suitable for:
Focus work & Video calls
The Cube One+ from Dutch brand Deblick is an acoustic workspace for one person, designed for phone calls, video calls and concentrated work. Deblick has its origins in acoustics and applies that knowledge in developing quiet, comfortable workspaces. The pods are technically well thought-out and functional, but stand out above all because of the possibility of (semi)customization in dimensions and materialization.
The Cube One+ provides a quiet, enclosed space where concentration and comfort are key. The construction consists of an 80 mm aluminum frame with acoustic panels filled with natural wool. The appearance is understated and timeless, allowing the Cube to integrate well into a variety of interiors.
- Understated design that integrates well
- Acoustically strong, good speech isolation and absorption
- Natural materials with warm appearance
- Many possibilities for (semi) customization in format and materialization
- Distinguished by acoustic expertise and customized approach
- Quick to assemble and suitable for project application
- Solid construction and careful workmanship
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Where in the office:
Social - and collaboration zones -
Suitable for:
Consultation up to 4 people
The Cube Work From the Dutch brand Deblick is a spacious acoustic work and meeting space designed for small teams who want to confer or work together in peace and quiet. Deblick has its roots in acoustics and applies that expertise in developing quiet, comfortable spaces. The pods are technically sophisticated and functional, but are distinguished primarily by (semi)customized dimensions and materialization.
- Spacious, comfortable pod for consultation and teamwork
- Acoustically strong, good speech isolation and absorption
- Natural and robust use of materials
- Many possibilities for (semi) customization in format and materialization
- Distinguished by acoustic expertise and customized approach
- Sleek and understated design that integrates well
- Solid construction and high-quality workmanship
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Where in the office:
Social and meeting zones -
Suitable for:
(Hybrid) meetings
The Zen Pod Large from the Swedish brand Abstracta is an acoustic space for two to four people, designed for consultation, hybrid meetings and concentrated teamwork. Designer Staffan Holm combined Japanese serenity with Scandinavian craftsmanship and created a space that exudes tranquility and supports collaboration. The natural materials, soft textiles and subtle lighting contribute to a relaxing work environment.
- Quiet and comfortable acoustic space
- Acoustically strong, excellent speech isolation and absorption
- Ventilation is quiet and pleasantly adjustable
- Soft, non-reflective lighting, suitable for videocalls
- Quick to assemble, solid construction
- High-quality finishes in wood, glass and textiles
- Fits visually well in open office environments
The Framery Six is an acoustic meeting room for four to six people, designed for team meetings, hybrid meetings and confidential conversations in a quiet and comfortable environment. Framery is a Finnish brand known internationally as a pioneer in acoustic work and meeting spaces, with a strong focus on sound quality, user comfort and durability.
- Spacious and comfortable, suitable for hybrid consultation
- Acoustics and ventilation are well balanced
- Provides excellent sound insulation and privacy
- Standard wheelchair accessibility is a definite plus
- Digital features make booking and usage transparent
- Solid construction and careful workmanship
- Lock with code or tag (optional) is practical for shared use
- Short delivery time makes the pod rapidly deployable in projects
Why exactly these brands?
In this magazine, we showcase a selection of booths and pods that we believe perform best in practice.
We deliberately chose a number of models that, each in their own way, excel in quality, design or functionality.
Not to exclude other vendors, but to give the reader a realistic picture of what is possible in acoustic workplace solutions today.
Our selection shows the breadth of supply:
- from aesthetically sophisticated designs to technically sophisticated acoustic performance,
- from full customization to flexible, relocatable pods that can grow with the organization.
These brands came out positive in our tests, each for their own reasons.
That's why we like to highlight them:
- Kettal
Known for its aesthetics, elegance and warm appearance. Kettal's booths not only add functionality but also enhance the interior. Ideal for organizations where design and experience are an important part of the brand identity. - Framery
Is synonymous with acoustic excellence. Excellent sound insulation, ventilation and ease of use, combined with reliable service and after-sales. Framery is a worldwide reference when it comes to quiet, comfortable working environments. - Deblick
The power of custom. Deblick offers solutions that can be fully customized to the customer's identity in terms of size, color, material or finish. Perfect for companies that want something unique without compromising on acoustics. - Mikomax (Hush series)
Excelling in practical flexibility. The pods are freestanding, easy to move and fit well with changing office layouts. A smart solution for organizations that want to grow with you without remodeling. - Abstracta
Combines excellent acoustics with Scandinavian design. The Zen Pod series offers Class A noise reduction and natural materials such as wood and wool. A stylish choice for those who want to combine quietness, durability and appearance.
Each of these brands contributes in its own way to a quieter, more flexible and more pleasant working environment. Together they show how diverse the world of booths and pods now is and how important it is to choose what really suits your organization and way of working.
