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Branch vs Herman Miller
Herman Miller comes out ahead overall.
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Best Branch
Branch Ergonomic ChairComfortable, very adjustable midrange chair with hard, fussy armrestsSuits you if
- You sit at a desk for long hours and want a cool, comfortable seat
- You like fine-tuning seat depth, lumbar and armrests
- You're roughly average height and want near-premium features for less
Best Herman Miller
Herman Miller AeronSuperb back support and build, but the fit isn't for everyoneSuits you if
- You sit at a desk all day and want strong lower-back support
- You like a firm, upright seat and a mesh back that stays cool
- You want a chair that arrives ready to use and is built to last for years
The short version
Herman Miller is the stronger brand for office chairs right now. The best single model of the two is the Herman Miller Aeron, which suits you if you sit at a desk all day and want strong lower-back support.
We researched 23 expert reviews, analyzed 9,865 owner ratings and comments across 14 sources for every Branch and Herman Miller model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
See the evidence
Brand scoreboardAverage score 75 vs 81 · reliability 91 vs 88
| Branch | Herman Miller | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 75 | 81 |
| Experts | 77 | 82 |
| Owners | 66 | 79 |
| Reliability | 91 | 88 |
| Models scored | 1 | 3 |
| Most reliable model | Branch Ergonomic Chair | Herman Miller Aeron |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Quick answers
Which is better, Branch or Herman Miller?
Herman Miller, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 75 for Branch vs 81 for Herman Miller.Which brand is more reliable, Branch or Herman Miller?
Neither stands out. Their models have a similar record.
Based on: Average reliability 91 vs 88.What is the best Branch office chair?
The Branch Ergonomic Chair. It suits you if you sit at a desk for long hours and want a cool, comfortable seat.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Branch models (75).What is the best Herman Miller office chair?
The Herman Miller Aeron. It suits you if you sit at a desk all day and want strong lower-back support.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Herman Miller models (83).