Herman Miller Sayl vs Steelcase Series 2

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 2

$749 – $1,171

$186

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 2 than Herman Miller Sayl at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Herman Miller SaylSteelcase Series 2

Price: $935 – $1,580$749 – $1,171
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); 14.75–18 in (37.5-45.7 cm); 17.25–22 in (43.8-55.9 cm)
Seat depth: 16.5 in fixed; 16–18 in adjustable14"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)
Recline: Harmonic Tilt; Tilt Limiter standard, Tilt Limiter with Seat Angle optionalAngle between seat and back 99.5° to 119°
Arms: Options: No Arms, Fixed Arms, Height Adjustable Arms, Fully Adjustable 4D ArmsArm height from seat 7.5"H to 11.5"H: Adjustable
Lumbar support: PostureFit Sacral Support Standard; Lumbar Support OptionalLumbar height from seat 8.5"H to 9.75"H

From 23 Herman Miller Sayl and 4 Steelcase Series 2 user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Herman Miller Sayl or the Steelcase Series 2?

The Steelcase Series 2 is cheaper to start: $749 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 comfort for the Steelcase Series 2, based on review summaries.