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Herman Miller Cosm vs Amazon Basics Puresoft Chair

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

WINNER
HMHerman Miller Cosm

Herman Miller Cosm

Ergonomic Office
24/55
$1,465-$2,095
ABAmazon Basics Puresoft Chair

Amazon Basics Puresoft Chair

20/55
$100-$150
Criteria
Herman Miller Cosm
Amazon Basics Puresoft Chair
Total Score24/5520/55
Price Rating0/54/5*
Seat Depth Adjustability0/50/5
Height Range3/53/5
Lumbar Comfort2/5*1/5
Armrests2/52/5
Upper Back Support2/52/5
Neck Support0/50/5
Breathability5/5*1/5
Material Quality3/5*2/5
Softness2/53/5*
Warranty5/5*2/5
Pros
  • +Outstanding mesh breathability
  • +12-year Herman Miller warranty
  • +Auto-adjusting Intercept suspension
  • +Zero adjustments needed by design
  • +Trusted Amazon Basics brand
  • +Well-padded seat and armrests
  • +Easy to clean PU leather
  • +275 lb capacity
Cons
  • -No seat depth adjustment
  • -Very expensive
  • -No manual lumbar adjustment
  • -Limited armrest options (no 4D)
  • -No seat depth adjustment
  • -No headrest
  • -PU leather not breathable
  • -Fixed armrests
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