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Haworth Fern vs Herman Miller Sayl

A detailed side-by-side comparison scored on 11 objective criteria.

WINNER
HFHaworth Fern

Haworth Fern

Ergonomic Office
36.5/55
$1500
HMHerman Miller Sayl

Herman Miller Sayl

Ergonomic Office
27/55
$600-$900
Criteria
Haworth Fern
Herman Miller Sayl
Total Score36.5/5527/55
Price Rating0/53/5*
Seat Depth Adjustability3.5/5*2/5
Height Range3/53/5
Lumbar Comfort4/5*2/5
Armrests3/5*2/5
Upper Back Support4/5*2/5
Neck Support4/5*0/5
Breathability2/54/5*
Material Quality5/5*2.5/5
Softness4/5*1.5/5
Warranty4/55/5*
Pros
  • +Exceptional lumbar support with wave suspension technology
  • +Premium material quality - built to last decades
  • +Outstanding upper back support with flexible back panel
  • +Excellent headrest with adjustable neck support
  • +12-year Herman Miller warranty
  • +Good mesh breathability
  • +Mid-range pricing for Herman Miller
  • +Unique Y-Tower suspension design
Cons
  • -Only the longest seat depth setting leaves a gap for your butt - setting it slightly shorter works fine
  • -Fabric upholstery less breathable than full mesh options
  • -Premium price point ($1200+)
  • -No forward tilt mechanism
  • -No headrest option
  • -Firm mesh seat
  • -Limited seat depth adjustment
  • -Basic lumbar (sacral support only)
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