Steelcase Karman vs Herman Miller Verus Task Chair

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

Steelcase Karman

Steelcase

Steelcase Karman

$1,199 – $1,543

VS
Herman Miller Verus Task Chair

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Verus Task Chair

$890

$309

lower starting price for Herman Miller Verus Task Chair than Steelcase Karman at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase KarmanHerman Miller Verus Task Chair
Price
$1,199 – $1,543$890
Seat height
15.625–20 in (39.7–50.8 cm)16.75–20.75 in
Seat depth
Fixed seat depth (no number given)16–18.75 in
Load capacity
350 lb (158.8 kg)350 lb
Warranty
Steelcase Limited Lifetime Warranty12 years

Questions

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Karman or the Herman Miller Verus Task Chair?

The Herman Miller Verus Task Chair is cheaper to start: $890 versus $1,199 for the Steelcase Karman at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

Neither. Both are rated for 350 lb in their official specifications.

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