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Steelcase Amia vs Herman Miller Sayl

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

WINNER
SASteelcase Amia

Steelcase Amia

Ergonomic Office
31.5/55
$1,100-$1,400
HMHerman Miller Sayl

Herman Miller Sayl

Ergonomic Office
27/55
$600-$900
Criteria
Steelcase Amia
Herman Miller Sayl
Total Score31.5/5527/55
Price Rating2/53/5*
Seat Depth Adjustability4/5*2/5
Height Range3/53/5
Lumbar Comfort4/5*2/5
Armrests4/5*2/5
Upper Back Support2/52/5
Neck Support0/50/5
Breathability2.5/54/5*
Material Quality3/5*2.5/5
Softness3/5*1.5/5
Warranty4/55/5*
Pros
  • +Excellent LiveLumbar technology
  • +Full 4D armrest adjustability
  • +Great seat depth adjustment
  • +12-year Steelcase warranty
  • +12-year Herman Miller warranty
  • +Good mesh breathability
  • +Mid-range pricing for Herman Miller
  • +Unique Y-Tower suspension design
Cons
  • -No headrest option
  • -Not as breathable as mesh chairs
  • -Premium price point
  • -No headrest option
  • -Firm mesh seat
  • -Limited seat depth adjustment
  • -Basic lumbar (sacral support only)
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