Generation by Knoll vs Herman Miller Cosm Low Back

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

Knoll

Generation by Knoll

$1,653 – $1,886

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Cosm Low Back

$1,345 – $1,820

$308

lower starting price for Herman Miller Cosm Low Back than Generation by Knoll at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Generation by KnollHerman Miller Cosm Low Back

Price: $1,653 – $1,886$1,345 – $1,820
Seat height: 16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)14.8–21.4 in (37.6–54.4 cm)
Seat depth: 15.75–18.75 in with arms, 15.75–18.25 in armless (Ultra); 15–18 in with arms, 15–17.5 in armless (Thin)15.9 in (40.4 cm)
Load capacity: 300 lb (136.1 kg)350 lb (158.8 kg)
Arms: Arm 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°Leaf Arms; Height-Adjustable Arms; Fixed Arms; No Arms; Arm Height: 7.3–11.7"
Warranty: 12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)12-year, 3-shift warranty, with limited exceptions

From 2 Generation by Knoll and 3 Herman Miller Cosm Low Back user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Comfort
Generation by Knoll6 mentions
Herman Miller Cosm Low Back7 mentions
Design
Generation by Knoll5 mentions
Herman Miller Cosm Low Back5 mentions
Recline and tilt
Generation by Knoll1 mention
Herman Miller Cosm Low Back9 mentions
Adjustability
Generation by Knoll2 mentions
Herman Miller Cosm Low Back5 mentions
Price and value
Generation by Knoll2 mentions
Herman Miller Cosm Low Back5 mentions
Size and fit
Generation by Knoll0 mentions
Herman Miller Cosm Low Back6 mentions

Which is cheaper, the Generation by Knoll or the Herman Miller Cosm Low Back?

The Herman Miller Cosm Low Back is cheaper to start: $1,345 versus $1,653 for the Generation by Knoll at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

The Herman Miller Cosm Low Back, rated for 350 lb versus 300 lb for the Generation by Knoll.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Generation by Knoll, and recline and tilt for the Herman Miller Cosm Low Back, based on review summaries.