Herman Miller Sayl vs Steelcase Series 1

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

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 1

$549 – $750

$386

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 1 than Herman Miller Sayl at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Herman Miller SaylSteelcase Series 1

Price: $935 – $1,580$549 – $750
Seat height: 16–20.5 in standard; 15–19 in low; 16.5–22 in extended16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 14.75–17.75 in (37.5-45.1 cm); 17.25–22 in (43.8-55.9 cm)
Seat depth: 16.5 in fixed; 16–18 in adjustable15.5"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Load capacity: 350 lb (159 kg)400 lb (181.4 kg); 300 lb (136.1 kg)
Recline: Harmonic Tilt; Tilt Limiter standard, Tilt Limiter with Seat Angle optionalWeight-activated synchro tilt; comfort dial with upright back lock, boost setting and weight-activated full recline
Arms: Options: No Arms, Fixed Arms, Height Adjustable Arms, Fully Adjustable 4D Arms4D arms (standard), height-adjustable arms or armless
Lumbar support: PostureFit Sacral Support Standard; Lumbar Support OptionalAdjustable lumbar is standard; fixed lumbar is available (3D Microknit Back only)
Warranty: 12-year, 3-shiftLimited Lifetime Warranty; 12-year, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

From 23 Herman Miller Sayl and 5 Steelcase Series 1 user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Herman Miller Sayl or the Steelcase Series 1?

The Steelcase Series 1 is cheaper to start: $549 versus $935 for the Herman Miller Sayl at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Herman Miller Sayl, and adjustability for the Steelcase Series 1, based on review summaries.