Haworth Zody II vs Herman Miller Sayl

Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.

Haworth

Haworth Zody II

$1,055 – $1,705

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Sayl

$935 – $1,580

$120

lower starting price for Herman Miller Sayl than Haworth Zody II at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Haworth Zody IIHerman Miller Sayl

Price: $1,055 – $1,705$935 – $1,580
Seat height: 406–533 mm (office chair); 445–615 mm (dual posture) (16–21 in; 17.5–24.2 in)16–20.5 in standard; 15–19 in low; 16.5–22 in extended
Seat depth: 427–495 mm (16.8–19.5 in)16.5 in fixed; 16–18 in adjustable
Load capacity: < 181 kg (399 lb)350 lb (159 kg)
Recline: Balanced 3-point tilt: back reclines 24° from upright, seat pan moves down 3°; back stop in 6 positions (upright and every 4°); forward tilt; tilt tension crankHarmonic Tilt; Tilt Limiter standard, Tilt Limiter with Seat Angle optional
Arms: 4D arms: height, side to side, front to back, arm cap pivot; Arm height 193–295 mm above the seat (7.6–11.6 in)Options: No Arms, Fixed Arms, Height Adjustable Arms, Fully Adjustable 4D Arms
Lumbar support: PAL™ (Pelvic and Asymmetrical Lumbar) back system: height-adjustable lumbar with independent left/right support; AP also height-adjustable lumbar or no lumbarPostureFit Sacral Support Standard; Lumbar Support Optional
Warranty: 12 years, 24/7 multiple shift (Asia Pacific)12-year, 3-shift

From 21 Haworth Zody II and 23 Herman Miller Sayl user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Haworth Zody II or the Herman Miller Sayl?

The Herman Miller Sayl is cheaper to start: $935 versus $1,055 for the Haworth Zody II at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the Haworth Zody II, and comfort for the Herman Miller Sayl, based on review summaries.