Steelcase Series 2 vs Herman Miller Embody

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

Steelcase

Steelcase Series 2

$749 – $1,171

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Embody

$2,230 – $2,705

$1,481

lower starting price for Steelcase Series 2 than Herman Miller Embody at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 2Herman Miller Embody

Price: $749 – $1,171$2,230 – $2,705
Seat height: 16.5–21.5 in (41.9-54.6 cm); 14.75–18 in (37.5-45.7 cm); 17.25–22 in (43.8-55.9 cm)16–20.5 in (standard); 15–19 in (low); 17–22 in (extended)
Seat depth: 14"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)15–18 in (38.1–45.7 cm)
Recline: Angle between seat and back 99.5° to 119°Tilt + Kicker (extended recline for stretching); Tilt Limiter; tilt tension knob
Arms: Arm height from seat 7.5"H to 11.5"H: AdjustableFully Adjustable Arms (height and width)
Lumbar support: Lumbar height from seat 8.5"H to 9.75"HNo separate lumbar pad: PostureFit Sacral Support and Lumbar Support standard; Backfit adjustment

From 4 Steelcase Series 2 and 170 Herman Miller Embody user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the Steelcase Series 2 or the Herman Miller Embody?

The Steelcase Series 2 is cheaper to start: $749 versus $2,230 for the Herman Miller Embody at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Series 2, and price and value for the Herman Miller Embody, based on review summaries.