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Herman Miller Mirra 2 vs Fractal Design Refine

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

WINNER
M2Herman Miller Mirra 2

Herman Miller Mirra 2

Ergonomic Office
33/55
$1,150-$1,700
FD

Fractal Design Refine

Ergonomic Office
23.5/55
$550-$600
Criteria
Herman Miller Mirra 2
Fractal Design Refine
Total Score33/5523.5/55
Price Rating1/53/5*
Seat Depth Adjustability3/5*2/5
Height Range3/53/5
Lumbar Comfort4/5*1/5
Armrests4/5*2/5
Upper Back Support2.5/5*2/5
Neck Support0/52/5*
Breathability4.5/5*2/5
Material Quality4/5*2/5
Softness2/5*1/5
Warranty5/5*3.5/5
Pros
  • +12-year Herman Miller warranty
  • +Excellent adjustable lumbar with PostureFit
  • +Fully adjustable 4D arms
  • +Excellent mesh breathability
  • +4D armrests with 15° rotation
  • +Adjustable lumbar support (height + depth)
  • +Memory foam headrest with 120mm adjustment
  • +11 lockable recline positions up to 125°
Cons
  • -No headrest option
  • -Premium price point
  • -Firm mesh seat
  • -Coarse mesh irritates skin on legs
  • -Hard seat edges uncomfortable for larger users
  • -Seat too short - bottom slips out when reclining
  • -Lumbar support does not stay in place under pressure
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