X-Chair X1 vs Herman Miller Embody

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

X-Chair

X-Chair X1

$729

Herman Miller

Herman Miller Embody

$2,230 – $2,705

$1,501

lower starting price for X-Chair X1 than Herman Miller Embody at the brand stores

Differences at a glance

X-Chair X1Herman Miller Embody

Price: $729$2,230 – $2,705
Seat height: 15.56–19.75 in16–20.5 in (standard); 15–19 in (low); 17–22 in (extended)
Seat depth: 16–18 in15–18 in (38.1–45.7 cm)
Load capacity: 275 lb (125 kg)300 lb (136 kg)
Recline: Extensive Variable Recline allows you to recline and lock into position. Recline tension can be adjusted using one tension-resistant control.Tilt + Kicker (extended recline for stretching); Tilt Limiter; tilt tension knob
Arms: 4-Dimensional armrests come standard (up, down, side-to-side, front-to-back); option to upgrade to FS 360 rotational armrests; Armrest Height 7.125in - 10.625inFully Adjustable Arms (height and width)
Lumbar support: Dynamic Variable Lumbar (DVL)® Support; height adjustable backrest raises the DVL®No separate lumbar pad: PostureFit Sacral Support and Lumbar Support standard; Backfit adjustment
Warranty: 5 years (all parts and materials); 15 years (non-moving metal components, chair frame)12-year, 3-shift

Which is cheaper, the X-Chair X1 or the Herman Miller Embody?

The X-Chair X1 is cheaper to start: $729 versus $2,230 for the Herman Miller Embody at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

What do owners mention most?

Price and value for the X-Chair X1, and price and value for the Herman Miller Embody, based on review summaries.