Steelcase Amia vs Herman Miller Sayl

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

Steelcase

Steelcase Amia

$1,099 – $1,511

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Sayl

$935 – $1,580

$164

lower starting price for Herman Miller Sayl than Steelcase Amia at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase AmiaHerman Miller Sayl

Price: $1,099 – $1,511$935 – $1,580
Seat height: 16–21 in16–20.5 in standard; 15–19 in low; 16.5–22 in extended
Seat depth: 15.5–18.5 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 18.5 in16.5 in fixed; 16–18 in adjustable
Load capacity: 400 lb (181.4 kg)350 lb (159 kg)
Recline: Seat-to-back angle 100°–120°Harmonic Tilt; Tilt Limiter standard, Tilt Limiter with Seat Angle optional
Arms: Standard 4-dimensional arm support; options: height-adjustable arms, armlessOptions: No Arms, Fixed Arms, Height Adjustable Arms, Fully Adjustable 4D Arms
Lumbar support: Standard height-adjustable lumbar included with Amia and Amia Air with 3D Microknit backPostureFit Sacral Support Standard; Lumbar Support Optional
Warranty: Steelcase Limited Lifetime Warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor12-year, 3-shift

From 67 Steelcase Amia and 23 Herman Miller Sayl user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Amia or the Herman Miller Sayl?

The Herman Miller Sayl is cheaper to start: $935 versus $1,099 for the Steelcase Amia at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

The Steelcase Amia, rated for 400 lb versus 350 lb for the Herman Miller Sayl.

What do owners mention most?

Price and value for the Steelcase Amia, and comfort for the Herman Miller Sayl, based on review summaries.