Herman Miller Zeph vs Okamura Contessa II

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Herman Miller Zeph

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Zeph

$560 – $715

VS
Okamura Contessa II

Okamura

Okamura Contessa II

¥243,650 – ¥377,410

≈ $1,530 – $2,380

1.2 in

more seat-height adjustment on Herman Miller Zeph than Okamura Contessa II (official specs)

Differences at a glance

Herman Miller ZephOkamura Contessa II
Price
$560 – $715¥243,650 – ¥377,410
Seat height
14.75–20.25 in434–544 mm (17.1–21.4 in)
Seat depth
17 in400–450 mm (15.7–17.7 in)
Load capacity
350 lb300 lb (136 kg)
Warranty
12 years10 years: structural components, including mechanisms and adjustable arms; 5 years: casters, gas cylinder, adjustment levers; 2 years: coating finish, mesh and fabric, cushions, arm pads

Questions

Which has a higher weight capacity?

The Herman Miller Zeph, rated for 350 lb versus 300 lb for the Okamura Contessa II.

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