Generation by Knoll vs Herman Miller Embody

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 Embody

$2,230 – $2,705

$577

lower starting price for Generation by Knoll than Herman Miller Embody at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Generation by KnollHerman Miller Embody

Price: $1,653 – $1,886$2,230 – $2,705
Seat height: 16.5–21.75 in (Thin Seat Foam); 17.25–22.5 in (Ultra Seat Foam)16–20.5 in (standard); 15–19 in (low); 17–22 in (extended)
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)15–18 in (38.1–45.7 cm)
Load capacity: 300 lb (136.1 kg)300 lb (136 kg)
Recline: Seat-to-back angle 96°–111°; back tilt range 15°; synchronized recline ratio seat:back 1°:4.4°Tilt + Kicker (extended recline for stretching); Tilt Limiter; tilt tension knob
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°Fully Adjustable Arms (height and width)
Lumbar support: Fixed lumbar 9.25 in; optional adjustable lumbar 8.125–11.375 inNo separate lumbar pad: PostureFit Sacral Support and Lumbar Support standard; Backfit adjustment
Warranty: 12-year warranty (terms and conditions apply)12-year, 3-shift

From 2 Generation by Knoll and 170 Herman Miller Embody user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Generation by Knoll or the Herman Miller Embody?

The Generation by Knoll is cheaper to start: $1,653 versus $2,230 for the Herman Miller Embody at the brand stores (Oct 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Generation by Knoll, and price and value for the Herman Miller Embody, based on review summaries.