Find the Best Office Pod For Your Workplace

Compare features, pricing & more for office pod providers including ROOM, Framery, Poppin, Pillar, Bureau and others.

Evaluating pre-fab workspaces:
How soundproof office pods stack up

At ROOM, we believe in providing the best-value modular architecture on the market. To ensure we are delivering the highest standard of design and functionality, we constantly benchmark our products against industry standards. When comparing modular providers, the details matter, from acoustic certification to airflow capacity. Use the comparison below to see how the leading office pods on the market compare across the most critical performance metrics.

Acoustic Performance
ROOM Phone Booth	32 dB NIC
Zenbooth Solo	30.8 dB NIC
Framery O	30 DS,A (dB)
The Pillar Booth	33 dB NIC
Bureau Tuesday	28 dB NIC
PoppinPod for 1	Data not shared

Airflow
ROOM Phone Booth	59 ft^3/min
Zenbooth Solo	57.5 ft^3/min
Framery O	55 ft^3/min
The Pillar Booth	72 ft^3/min
Bureau Tuesday	24.7 ft^3/min
PoppinPod for 1	117.72 ft3/min

Manufactured locally in the USA
ROOM Phone Booth	Yes
Zenbooth Solo	Yes
Framery O	No
The Pillar Booth	Yes
Bureau Tuesday	No
PoppinPod for 1	No

Warranty
ROOM Phone Booth	5 Years
Zenbooth Solo	3 Years - Limited
Framery O	5 Years
The Pillar Booth	3 Years - Limited
Bureau Tuesday	5 Years
PoppinPod for 1	7 Years

Easy Assembly (1 hour or less, DIY)
ROOM Phone Booth	Yes
Zenbooth Solo	No
Framery O	No
The Pillar Booth	Yes
Bureau Tuesday	No
PoppinPod for 1	No

SCS Indoor Advantage Gold Certified
ROOM Phone Booth	Yes
Zenbooth Solo	No
Framery O	No
The Pillar Booth	No
Bureau Tuesday	Yes
PoppinPod for 1	No

Monthly Financing
ROOM Phone Booth	Yes
Zenbooth Solo	Yes
Framery O	No
The Pillar Booth	Yes
Bureau Tuesday	Yes
PoppinPod for 1	No

Key features
to consider
when
buying an
office pod

Navigating the technical specifications of office pods can be complex. To help you make an informed decision for your workplace, here is a breakdown of why specific features are critical to long-term employee satisfaction and safety.

Understanding acoustic performance (NIC)
Acoustic privacy is the primary function of any phone booth. The Noise Isolation Class (NIC) rating measures total sound reduction; a rating of 30 dB or higher is the professional industry standard. ROOM provides a tested 32 dB NIC, ensuring that confidential conversations remain private even in a busy open-office layout.
The value of third-party certifications
Sustainability and air quality are essential for workplace safety. SCS Indoor Advantage Gold Certification ensures that furniture meets the strictest chemical emission limits. ROOM is proud to hold this certification, guaranteeing that our materials, including our sound-dampening felt, do not off-gas harmful VOCs into your office environment.
Airflow and CO2
levels
Air quality is vital for focus in enclosed spaces. A high-performing phone booth should completely refresh the air several times per minute, with professional pods typically aiming for a flow rate of 50–60 ft³/min. The ROOM phone booth features an airflow of 59 ft³/min, preventing CO2 buildup and ensuring users remain comfortable and productive during longer meetings.
Ease of assembly
and lead times
The total cost of ownership includes the time and labor required for setup. Some modular designs offer a DIY approach, allowing for assembly in under an hour without specialized tools, while others require professional installation. Additionally, local manufacturing often results in shorter lead times and a significantly lower carbon footprint.

Get the FAQs

A Noise Isolation Class (NIC) rating of 30 or higher is ideal for office environments. This level of soundproofing ensures that standard speech levels are not intelligible to those outside the booth, providing the necessary privacy for sensitive calls.

This certification ensures that the office pod has been tested by a third party for low chemical emissions. It is the most transparent way to verify that the booth contributes to a healthy indoor environment and meets high-level sustainability standards.

Not necessarily. While some brands require professional assembly due to complex structural components, others, like the ROOM phone booth, are designed for easy, tool-free assembly that can be completed by two people in less than an hour.