Okamura Sylphy vs Herman Miller Embody

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Okamura

Okamura Sylphy

From ¥106,040

≈ $680

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Embody

$2,230 – $2,705

Differences at a glance

Okamura SylphyHerman Miller Embody

Price: From ¥106,040$2,230 – $2,705
Recline: Back-seat synchro recline with forward tilt: 23° upright to reclined, 10° upright to forward; locks in 4 positionsTilt + Kicker (extended recline for stretching); Tilt Limiter; tilt tension knob
Arms: Adjustable arms: 100 mm height; arm pad 50 mm front-back, 20° inward, 20° outwardFully Adjustable Arms (height and width)
Lumbar support: Lumbar support (mesh back): height adjusts over 60 mmNo separate lumbar pad: PostureFit Sacral Support and Lumbar Support standard; Backfit adjustment
Warranty: Structure 8 years (purchases from Jan 5, 2021); mechanisms and moving parts 2 years; exterior and surface finish 1 year12-year, 3-shift

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