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Herman Miller Sayl vs Branch Ergonomic Chair
Two picks from our home office catalog, compared side-by-side by price tier, features, and suggested uses.
Herman Miller
Herman Miller Sayl
$675–$895
The cheapest Herman Miller worth owning. Y-Tower back gives real ergonomic support without the Aeron price tag, and check the current warranty terms before buying.
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Branch
Branch Ergonomic Chair
$379–$449
The middle-ground chair. Not Herman Miller money, not Amazon Basics compromise. Seven adjustment points, mesh back, and a 7-year warranty. If the Sayl is too much and the Amazon Basics is too little, this is your answer.
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At a glance
| Brand | Herman Miller | Branch |
| Category | Chairs | Chairs |
| Price tier | splurge | mid |
| Current price | $675–$895 | $379–$449 |
| Best for | suit, doctor, accountant, developer | suit, creative, accountant, developer |
Herman Miller Sayl
Pros
- +Genuine Herman Miller ergonomics
- +12-year warranty
- +Distinctive design
- +Great for 8+ hour days
Cons
- −Not cheap
- −Design is polarizing
- −Arms are a pricey upgrade
Branch Ergonomic Chair
Pros
- +7 adjustment points
- +7-year warranty
- +Ships assembled 90%
- +Real lumbar support
Cons
- −Direct from Branch is cheaper than resellers
- −Arms wiggle slightly over time