Comparison
Aeron vs Embody
Herman Miller vs Herman Miller — full spec comparison
Bottom line
Pick Aeron for sized mesh and easier aftermarket parts; pick Embody if you want pixelated foam/elastomer support, integrated spinal alignment, and do not need a headrest path.
Comparing 2 chairs across key specs.
Brand
Herman Miller
Model
Aeron
Era produced
1994–Present (Remastered 2016)
Discontinued
No
MSRP (new)
$2,150
Avg refurbished
$850
Avg used
$450
Height range
142–201 cm
Weight capacity
159 kg
Seat width
51 cm
Seat depth
43 cm
Backrest height
58 cm
Seat material
Full Mesh
Armrests
4D Articulating
Forward tilt
Yes
Lumbar
Asymmetrical
Headrest
Aftermarket Only
Cylinder
Top-activated pneumatic (height range varies by size/cylinder)
Caster stem
11mm × 22mm standard
Frame
Die-cast aluminum + glass-reinforced nylon
Tilt / lock
Harmonic 2 tilt; tilt limiter / forward seat-angle options
Arm adjustability
Fully adjustable (height, width, depth, pivot) on common configs
Brand
Herman Miller
Model
Embody
Era produced
2008–Present
Discontinued
No
MSRP (new)
$2,090
Avg refurbished
$1,100
Avg used
$650
Height range
152–191 cm
Weight capacity
136 kg
Seat width
54 cm
Seat depth
46 cm
Backrest height
60 cm
Seat material
Elastomer
Armrests
4D Articulating
Forward tilt
Yes
Lumbar
Integrated
Headrest
None
Cylinder
Top-activated pneumatic (low / standard / extended ranges)
Caster stem
11mm × 22mm standard
Frame
Die-cast aluminum + polymer pixel matrix
Tilt / lock
Tilt with limiter; Backfit alignment; extended “kicker” recline
Arm adjustability
Fully adjustable arms (vertical + horizontal range)
| Spec | Herman MillerAeron | Herman MillerEmbody |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Herman Miller | Herman Miller |
| Model | Aeron | Embody |
| Era produced | 1994–Present (Remastered 2016) | 2008–Present |
| Discontinued | No | No |
| MSRP (new) | $2,150 | $2,090 |
| Avg refurbished | $850 | $1,100 |
| Avg used | $450 | $650 |
| Height range | 142–201 cm | 152–191 cm |
| Weight capacity | 159 kg | 136 kg |
| Seat width | 51 cm | 54 cm |
| Seat depth | 43 cm | 46 cm |
| Backrest height | 58 cm | 60 cm |
| Seat material | Full Mesh | Elastomer |
| Armrests | 4D Articulating | 4D Articulating |
| Forward tilt | Yes | Yes |
| Lumbar | Asymmetrical | Integrated |
| Headrest | Aftermarket Only | None |
| Cylinder | Top-activated pneumatic (height range varies by size/cylinder) | Top-activated pneumatic (low / standard / extended ranges) |
| Caster stem | 11mm × 22mm standard | 11mm × 22mm standard |
| Frame | Die-cast aluminum + glass-reinforced nylon | Die-cast aluminum + polymer pixel matrix |
| Tilt / lock | Harmonic 2 tilt; tilt limiter / forward seat-angle options | Tilt with limiter; Backfit alignment; extended “kicker” recline |
| Arm adjustability | Fully adjustable (height, width, depth, pivot) on common configs | Fully adjustable arms (vertical + horizontal range) |
| Buy |
FAQ
- Which has higher weight capacity?
- Aeron Remastered Size B is 350 lb and Size C is 400 lb; Embody is rated to 300 lb.