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Herman Miller vs X-Chair
Herman Miller comes out ahead overall.
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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
Best X-Chair
X-Chair X2Highly adjustable with strong lower-back support, but pricey and polarizingSuits you if
- You sit at a desk most of the day and want firm lower-back support
- You enjoy fine-tuning a chair to fit your body exactly
- You want a premium mesh chair below top-tier designer prices
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 20 expert reviews, analyzed 8,222 owner ratings and comments across 13 sources for every Herman Miller and X-Chair model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
See the evidence
Brand scoreboardAverage score 81 vs 67 · reliability 88 vs 100
| Herman Miller | X-Chair | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 81 | 67 |
| Experts | 82 | 78 |
| Owners | 79 | 40 |
| Reliability | 88 | 100 |
| Models scored | 3 | 1 |
| Most reliable model | Herman Miller Aeron | X-Chair X2 |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Quick answers
Which is better, Herman Miller or X-Chair?
Herman Miller, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 81 for Herman Miller vs 67 for X-Chair.Which brand is more reliable, Herman Miller or X-Chair?
X-Chair. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 88 vs 100.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).What is the best X-Chair office chair?
The X-Chair X2. It suits you if you sit at a desk most of the day and want firm lower-back support.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among X-Chair models (67).