Herman Miller Sayl vs Generation by Knoll

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

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Sayl

$935 – $1,580

Knoll

Generation by Knoll

$1,653 – $1,886

$718

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

Differences at a glance

Herman Miller SaylGeneration by Knoll

Price: $935 – $1,580$1,653 – $1,886
Seat height: 16–20.5 in standard; 15–19 in low; 16.5–22 in extended16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)
Seat depth: 16.5 in fixed; 16–18 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 Tilt; Tilt Limiter standard, Tilt Limiter with Seat Angle optionalSeat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°
Arms: Options: No Arms, Fixed Arms, Height Adjustable 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; Lumbar Support OptionalFixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 in
Warranty: 12-year, 3-shift12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)

From 23 Herman Miller Sayl and 2 Generation by Knoll user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

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

The Herman Miller Sayl is cheaper to start: $935 versus $1,653 for the Generation by Knoll at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

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

What do owners mention most?

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