KI Altus vs Herman Miller Lino

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

KI Altus

$881 – $1,516

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Lino

$745 – $1,165

$136

lower starting price for Herman Miller Lino than KI Altus at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

KI AltusHerman Miller Lino

Price: $881 – $1,516$745 – $1,165
Seat height: 17–21.75 in (43.2–55.2 cm); 16.25–20.75 in (41.3–52.7 cm)16.75–20.75 in (42.5–52.7 cm); 14.75–18 in (37.5–45.7 cm)
Seat depth: 17.25–19.75 in (43.8–50.2 cm); 15.5–18 in (39.4–45.7 cm)15.75 in (40.0 cm); 15.13–17.88 in (38.4–45.4 cm)
Load capacity: supports up to 400 pounds350 lb/159 kg
Arms: Adjustable arms, fixed arms, or armlessNo Arms; Fixed Arms; Height-Adjustable Arms; Fully Adjustable Arms
Lumbar support: Mesh chair: optional adjustable lumbar (height and depth); fabric chair: automatic lumbar supportLumbar Support: Standard; Passive Sacral Support: Standard; Adjustable Sacral Lumbar Support with PostureFit: Optional
Warranty: Lifetime12-year, 3-shift

Which is cheaper, the KI Altus or the Herman Miller Lino?

The Herman Miller Lino is cheaper to start: $745 versus $881 for the KI Altus at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Back support for the KI Altus, and comfort for the Herman Miller Lino, based on review summaries.