Herman Miller Mirra 2 vs Generation by Knoll

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Herman Miller Mirra 2

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Mirra 2

$1,365 – $1,915

VS
Generation by Knoll

Knoll

Generation by Knoll

$1,653 – $1,886

$288

lower starting price for Herman Miller Mirra 2 than Generation by Knoll at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Herman Miller Mirra 2Generation by Knoll
Price
$1,365 – $1,915$1,653 – $1,886
Seat height
16–20.5 in standard; 14.75–19 in low; 16.75–22.25 in extended16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)
Seat depth
16.25 in fixed; 16.25–18 in adjustable15.75–18.75 in with arms, 15.75–18.25 in armless (Ultra); 15–18 in with arms, 15–17.5 in armless (Thin)
Load capacity
350 lb (159 kg)300 lb (136.1 kg)
Recline
Harmonic 2 Tilt; options: Standard Tilt, Tilt Limiter, Tilt Limiter with Seat AngleSeat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°
Arms
Options: No Arms, Fixed Arms, Fully Adjustable 4D ArmsArm height from seat 6.625–11.125 in (Thin) / 6.125–10.625 in (Ultra); High performance arm pads adjust 2 in width (1 per arm), 1.5 in depth and pivot 45°
Lumbar support
PostureFit Sacral-Support Standard; Adjustable Lumbar-Support OptionalFixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 in
Warranty
12-year, 3-shift warranty, with limited exceptions12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)

What users mention

From 18 Herman Miller Mirra 2 and 2 Generation by Knoll user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

  • Comfort

    Herman Miller Mirra 217 mentions
    Generation by Knoll6 mentions

  • Back support

    Herman Miller Mirra 216 mentions
    Generation by Knoll1 mention

  • Seat

    Herman Miller Mirra 213 mentions
    Generation by Knoll3 mentions

  • Design

    Herman Miller Mirra 210 mentions
    Generation by Knoll5 mentions

  • Adjustability

    Herman Miller Mirra 211 mentions
    Generation by Knoll2 mentions

  • Size and fit

    Herman Miller Mirra 211 mentions
    Generation by Knoll0 mentions

Questions

Which is cheaper, the Herman Miller Mirra 2 or the Generation by Knoll?

The Herman Miller Mirra 2 is cheaper to start: $1,365 versus $1,653 for the Generation by Knoll at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

The Herman Miller Mirra 2, rated for 350 lb versus 300 lb for the Generation by Knoll.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Herman Miller Mirra 2, and comfort for the Generation by Knoll, based on review summaries.

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