Steelcase Series 2 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 Series 2

$749 – $1,171

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Sayl

$935 – $1,580

$186

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

Differences at a glance

Steelcase Series 2Herman Miller Sayl

Price: $749 – $1,171$935 – $1,580
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; 16.5–22 in extended
Seat depth: 14"D to 17.75"D (functional seat depth)16.5 in fixed; 16–18 in adjustable
Recline: Angle between seat and back 99.5° to 119°Harmonic Tilt; Tilt Limiter standard, Tilt Limiter with Seat Angle optional
Arms: Arm height from seat 7.5"H to 11.5"H: AdjustableOptions: No Arms, Fixed Arms, Height Adjustable Arms, Fully Adjustable 4D Arms
Lumbar support: Lumbar height from seat 8.5"H to 9.75"HPostureFit Sacral Support Standard; Lumbar Support Optional

From 4 Steelcase Series 2 and 23 Herman Miller Sayl user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

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

The Steelcase Series 2 is cheaper to start: $749 versus $935 for the Herman Miller Sayl at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the Steelcase Series 2, and comfort for the Herman Miller Sayl, based on review summaries.