This is a great review. I'd love to hear some information about the differences between the Mirra 2 and the original Mirra, as it seems that many of the original Mirra chairs are still available for purchased used or refurbished. This fact is a testament to the durability of this design and the high standards of Herman Miller. It would be helpful to better understand the dfferences between the two versions of the chair so that people could decide if the Mirra 2 is worth spending the extra money on based on how useful the new feature are to them as individuals. Anyway, keep up the good work. Thanks.
I tried them both yesterday extensively. Aeron has by far the more comfortable seat but I found the Mirra 2 somehow let you breathe more (the aeron sort of swallows you into the perfect posture, this one lets you be) and the back rest of the Mirra was a lot more comfortable for me. Went with the Mirra 2 in the end.
I had the Aeron at my old job and Mirra 1 at my Home Office. I'd take the Mirra 1 any day, I've not tried the Mirra 2 but I can imagine I'd immediately want to buy it also.
These chairs were originally in my office, I was searching everywhere for them but couldn't find them. Not that I can afford them just because these were very luxurious and were the talk of our office, never found them again after I left office. They are particularly high-end given that I am from India, they are not even listed on Amazon India. And when looked at the thumbnail, I was like, there it is, same exact thing. Though there are particular cons with these chairs, I know because all of us were using them extensively. 1. They break easily, particularly at the back which is a plastic polymer. Many of the chairs in the office were broken from the back. The thing which you rotate individually if you rotate it too much it breaks. They should provide a sort of auto-fail mechanism where it won't do anything on more rotation. 2. Similarly the seat also gets broken given that you can change its shape and it's flexible. Though this occurs rarely bcoz almost nobody changes the seat shape and I feel it's overkill. 3. They are particularly large from other office chairs and feel more open so feels like it's not hugging you.
Checked out all your reviews with the Herman Miller and Steelcase chairs. Out of all of them, the Mirra 2 was the most adjustable and it ticked all the boxes for me. I wanted an all-mesh chair so I tried out an Aeron and Mirra 2 in a local used office furniture place and fell in love with the Mirra 2's arms and rocking chair motion. Ended up buying the fully loaded Mirra 2 with the Butterfly back as the foam/mesh made the back super comfortable. My butt and back thanks your in-depth reviews!
I've been using an Aeron Classic for the last year or so and it's the best chair i've ever owned so far. I was looking into a Mirra 2 or the Embody chair as alternatives to try.
We mostly have Mirra 1 and some Aerons and Mirra 2’s in the office, and I think those are the best options for an office where one can spill the coffee or food, and where there is any kind of turnover. Armrests on Mirra 1 are prone to getting peeled off when people fidget with them, though. I personally prefer my used Steelcase Leap v2 at home, but I do appreciate the Mirra.
In concept this chair looks and feels great, it's just the armrests leave very small space to my legs and hips. Regular office chairs usually have at minimum 20 inch for the seat width alone so this chair kind of "chokes" my legs. Sayl actually feels roomier compared to this chair. It's interesting that the chair is designed and made in the US but does not seem to accommodate people with large hips/thunder thighs.
I tried out a Mirra 2 and it's an excellent chair and a good price compared to its competitors. I just don't get on with mesh seats - and this is where reviews can only get you so far - however I adjusted it my thighs were in pain. I have a similar experience with the Aeron but interestingly I find it a bit more comfortable. Ultimately though cheaper seats in their range worked better for me.
@@btodtv Sadly, it's the perfect chair for me, except the seat width is not wide enough to house my thighs comfortably. If they had an XL version, it would be the one. Looks like I'll have to return it and try out the Aeron size C.
I think the back height adjustment shouldn't be applicable to Mirra 2 since it is a part of the chair's design / concept. Otherwise I absolutely agree with everything you said. Great review, thank you!
I bought mirra2 It is produced from the Herman factory in China. Some assembly work and materials are quite poor. I had to disassemble it and reassemble it again.
Someone gave me one for free about 7 years ago (was probably the original model). Still sitting in it today and is still going pretty strong but am looking to upgrade to the Aeron or embody. Fortunately I live near a HM store.
Hi, What is the recommended Herman Miller chair model for people who have herniated discs? Mirra? Embody? Or another ? Thank you for the timely response.
Got myself one after watching the review, the chair is simply awesome like your review. I have got one problem though, I'm about 5.11 and weigh about 90 kgs, Can you guys help me adjusting the chair in height and tilt mechanism I have been struggling to get the right fit for the last 2 months coz after couple of hours of use I'm getting shoulder cramps
Hi! To figure out your correct seat depth range, you want to sit with your legs at a 90-degree angle to the ground, with about a 1-inch gap between the front edge of the seat and the back of your knees. - TK
I am seriously considering to purchase Mirra 2, but I have one major concern which is I tend to sit in different positions over time. Ex. one leg up, 2 legs up, 1 feet at the edge of my desk...you name it. I am afraid that mesh seating will not accommodate all my weird sitting position! Would this be a problem for Mirra 2? Thank you chair gurus!
I don't have a ton of experience sitting in the Mirra 2, but I have spent a lot of time in an Aeron which has a very similar style seat (mesh with a harder frame). Personally, I wouldn't recommend this style seat if you like to sit in different positions. You will find yourself hitting the hard edges of the chair frame. I just tested a few different seating positions on the Mirra 2 in our office and confirmed this. I would recommend going with a soft seat pad with no hard edges. If you want to stay with Herman Miller, the Embody would be a good option. The Steelcase Leap v2 would be great as it has a flexible seat pan and some flex in the back to allow for movement. Thanks for supporting the channel! - RG
2:27 This is a big negative in my opinion. People need to realise that not everyone lives in a mansion with double doors. I could not get it through any of my doors if it came assembled. Can it be disassembled easily at least?
Doesn't the plastic back get worn out after years of use(not the full 12 years even) ? I read through their store comments saying that. Not sure if that's true with the mesh cover on it. Or maybe it broke because they were...heavy. No way of knowing. Or if you leave the lumbar support in the wrong place it starts pressuring the plastic in a bad way and it tears more easily.
Thanks for pointing this out. It is tough to tell if this is a consistent problem. While there are some comments saying it is an issue, there are a ton of really good comments. We have had our Mirra2 for less than a year, so we don't have enough time in the chair to know the answer from experience. I would think that splitting or cracking would be covered under warranty, so you will still be guaranteed 12 years out of a new chair. But, you may want to verify with Herman Miller that, that is the case. -RB
I've had my Mirra 1 (all plastic back) since 2010 and the plastic has held up very well. I've since replaced some of the other parts like the arm rests, the foam underneath the mesh, etc. I think having the lumbar pushing against the plastic could deform it over time but otherwise I find it holds up extremely well. I prefer it over the Aeron which I've spent a lot of time sitting on at work.
I have used a Mirra 1 witha full plastic back at work from 2011 to 2018. There was no visible wear on the plastic back. Just ordered a Mirra 2 for personal use at home.
great review. As. retoucher I lean forward a lot so the low score for the back material may be in my favour if I was to purchase this. I didnt know about these more affordable models. Im looking at a good condition second hand Aeron for $950 or a brand new from office company Mirra 2 for $890. Would you recommend the Mirra 2 brand new with warranties and more modern materials over the 2nd hand Aeron?
Also keep in mind that a 2nd hand Aeron might be the Classic version (they totally changed it in 2017). The newer Aeron and the Mirra 2 both have a forward tilt feature that seems like it'd be useful for retouching
@@ShawnFumo I ended up buying 3 Mirra 2 for my mini studio, im loving it. such a smooth and comfortable chair. I dont really go into the full anal detail of all these chair reviews but for a ergonomic long lasting chair experience Im pretty happy with it
@@emretouchcompany3096 Cool! I ended up visiting a DWR store near Boston and surprisingly the Mirra 2 actually seemed the least comfortable for me. Maybe it would have taken some weeks to get used to, but for now ordered an Aeron and Embody Gaming, with the intention to return one of them. If neither works out, I'll probably try the Mirra 2 more seriously.
@@HelloImMaxxHennard Well the Aeron arrived first and I've been using it about 10 days. Overall it seems good, though it takes time to find the most comfortable adjustments. I ended up with the seat at the lowest setting, a bit of lumbar, and tension so that I lean back between the first and second stop points naturally. One thing I found was at first my upper middle back was hurting. The way it fits me, if I wasn't leaning back pretty far, I was having to use those muscles a lot to keep from slouching. But I *think* the issue was really that my head was forward too much. If I focus on keeping my head up and back more than I'm used to, I can relax those muscles more. It forced me to raise up my laptop more (I'm temp in a situation where I can't easily use full monitors), which is better anyway. The sacral/lumbar adjustment seems pretty good for me, though everyone is different. I found the easiest thing to get in the right area was to lock the chair upright and try to sit up straight using all my back muscles while keeping my shoulders against the back and then adjust the support so my lower back stays in around the same spot when I relax it. If you put the support too aggressive, it could force your upper back away from the chair. Though it feels less aggressive the more you lean back, so probably need to fine tune it. It also depends on exactly how far you tuck your butt back (which also subtly affects how far forward your legs go and how high your whole back is), so may want to experiment with that too. My main annoyance is the armrests honestly. I think their main intention is to use it to rest your elbows as you type. That's fine, but there's definitely times when I'm reading or watching something and I'd rather just put my whole arms on it. But if I try that, even in the most forward position, it only comes up just past my wrists (and can't bring my arms further back due to my upper arm hitting the chair back), so my hands kind of dangle down. Having my hands in my lap and elbows on them (or just putting the armrests all the way down and out of the way) kind of work, but I wish they went forward a couple of more inches so I could put my whole hands on them. My table surface is a bit too high for computer work (again a bit limited at the moment in my WFH situation), so may try to get a foot rest and raise the chair and get a better laptop lift that lets me put a real keyboard under it, so I could just rest my hands on the table when not typing, which is probably what they intend. I like how easy it is to change all the settings while sitting. Can easily go out of locked and unlocked modes. Once you're in the right ballpark, adjusting the tilt tension or lumbar tension is only a twist or two. Everything feels very solid. Definitely won't overheat with the mesh. It definitely isn't the most forgiving chair, but that may be good. I personally don't cross my legs much anyway and being able to rock easily helps with nervous energy and not staying in one position too long. But the Logitech Embody is coming tomorrow, so will see how that compares! I was worried it wasn't going to come in time to do a proper comparison but it looks like they'll overlap by 2 weeks, so that should hopefully be enough.
@@btodtv 6'1 I feel like I would break this chair, looks whimsy and not as sturdy as the Aeron, only interested cause a neighbor of mine wants to sell a used one for about $600, what would you recommend?
i needed a good chair due to the fact that i sit down for 8 hours at a desk job, and im also 6'1 foot tall and 200 pounds, so the herman aeon was to small for me, and the herman miller site suggested the setu, would you say its a good chair for my situation?
It might got the lowest entry price, but someone who would want to get some and is concerned about anything ergonomic would have to take all the options in considerations and this would bump up the price where someone could easily find a refurbished or used aeron. I have got both in one of my offices, they are not mindblowing to me and also overpriced, the build quality is okay, the materials are also okay afterall a nice chair. I know someone who is around 350 pounds+ and an aeron and Mirra collapsed under his heavy weight after sometime of usage. Everyone that heavy should lose weight first.
Wow, yes there are a lot of people that should loose weight, but they should not be judged for it either. And I’m sure you didn’t go up to him and tell him that either.
Does anyone have any experience of using the plastic back in the summer? does the plastic feel sweaty/ itchy on your back? say when you're wearing a Tee?
Hi! Do you know if Herman Miller Mirra 2 has the tilt lock? It seems, mine doesn't work - it's still coming back with me, and only helps to not making a larger angle that I want to. Is that how it should work?
I currently have an Embody and am thinking of replacing it because the back is just so hard and I absolute detest the 3 stage recline system it has. Did you by chance get to review the upgraded back for the Mira 2? If so how would it compare to the Embody? and would you say the Mira 2s recline is better than an Embody?
Thanks for checking out our video! I have not had a chance to try the Mirra2 with Butterfly back yet. I was told by a Herman Miller rep that the Mirra2 and Embody have the same mechanism, so the Mirra2 may not be the best choice for you. -RB
Terrible chair. Mine is going on FB Market Place after 11 months. It's about as ergonomic as a brick. Bad investment. Base is too short (this needs to be adjustable (fwd/back) and digs in on the sides of the thigh, back is too low and no option for neck support.
@@itshappening100 This is what i was asking, if you are sure they are compatible. I saw comments for at least one of the headrests in which people said that they do not work on the MIrra as the top edge onto which they are mounted is too narrow.
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What’s the difference between the mirra 2 and mirra
This is a great review. I'd love to hear some information about the differences between the Mirra 2 and the original Mirra, as it seems that many of the original Mirra chairs are still available for purchased used or refurbished. This fact is a testament to the durability of this design and the high standards of Herman Miller. It would be helpful to better understand the dfferences between the two versions of the chair so that people could decide if the Mirra 2 is worth spending the extra money on based on how useful the new feature are to them as individuals. Anyway, keep up the good work. Thanks.
Would be glad to see a one on one comparison of Aeron vs Mirra 2. Thanks. A lot of people would be interested.
looking for that now haha!
Yeah looking for this
I tried them both yesterday extensively. Aeron has by far the more comfortable seat but I found the Mirra 2 somehow let you breathe more (the aeron sort of swallows you into the perfect posture, this one lets you be) and the back rest of the Mirra was a lot more comfortable for me. Went with the Mirra 2 in the end.
mjds me too chose Mirra 2
I had the Aeron at my old job and Mirra 1 at my Home Office. I'd take the Mirra 1 any day, I've not tried the Mirra 2 but I can imagine I'd immediately want to buy it also.
Love your reviews. I'm actually getting one for free from my office (surplus after office move). Can't wait!
Dang!! That is a score :) -GK
Glad I just bought one I just had to sell my pc
Hopefully you still have something else to use?? -GK
Lmaooo
@rodrigo 700 dollars for a chair is absurd for the average person
@@benspook1870 here in Brazil It costs 1250 dollars
@@franktenpenny1 Im brazilian too, it´s sadly THAT expensive here
These chairs were originally in my office, I was searching everywhere for them but couldn't find them. Not that I can afford them just because these were very luxurious and were the talk of our office, never found them again after I left office. They are particularly high-end given that I am from India, they are not even listed on Amazon India. And when looked at the thumbnail, I was like, there it is, same exact thing.
Though there are particular cons with these chairs, I know because all of us were using them extensively.
1. They break easily, particularly at the back which is a plastic polymer. Many of the chairs in the office were broken from the back. The thing which you rotate individually if you rotate it too much it breaks. They should provide a sort of auto-fail mechanism where it won't do anything on more rotation.
2. Similarly the seat also gets broken given that you can change its shape and it's flexible. Though this occurs rarely bcoz almost nobody changes the seat shape and I feel it's overkill.
3. They are particularly large from other office chairs and feel more open so feels like it's not hugging you.
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU GUYS DO. YOU DESERVE MORE VIEWS. PLEASE KEEP
UP THE HARD WORK. I WATCH ALMOST ALL
OF THEM.
Checked out all your reviews with the Herman Miller and Steelcase chairs. Out of all of them, the Mirra 2 was the most adjustable and it ticked all the boxes for me. I wanted an all-mesh chair so I tried out an Aeron and Mirra 2 in a local used office furniture place and fell in love with the Mirra 2's arms and rocking chair motion. Ended up buying the fully loaded Mirra 2 with the Butterfly back as the foam/mesh made the back super comfortable. My butt and back thanks your in-depth reviews!
Thank you. Ur comment about mesh back against the triflex helped my deicison. I just order it todsy
@@hussainmahmoud7881 it's been over 2 years and I'm still loving my Mirra 2. Enjoy yours! 👍
@@Kokinkun wish Head support for it!
@@hussainmahmoud7881 Me too, I think there are a few people who did a custom bracket to add a headrest but an official one would be nice.
Will you make a mirra vs mirra 2 video? There are a lot of mirra 1 on the second hand market and a comparison would be helpful for many people
Thanks for all the reviews, I bought this chair and its just incredible. This is the most under rated ergnomic chair out there !!!
Glad you enjoy it! -GK
I've been using an Aeron Classic for the last year or so and it's the best chair i've ever owned so far. I was looking into a Mirra 2 or the Embody chair as alternatives to try.
I really like the background music in this video, I feel like it fits the video well and just sounds nice 👌
I would love a comparison between this chair and the Steelcase think chair.
We mostly have Mirra 1 and some Aerons and Mirra 2’s in the office, and I think those are the best options for an office where one can spill the coffee or food, and where there is any kind of turnover. Armrests on Mirra 1 are prone to getting peeled off when people fidget with them, though.
I personally prefer my used Steelcase Leap v2 at home, but I do appreciate the Mirra.
In concept this chair looks and feels great, it's just the armrests leave very small space to my legs and hips. Regular office chairs usually have at minimum 20 inch for the seat width alone so this chair kind of "chokes" my legs. Sayl actually feels roomier compared to this chair.
It's interesting that the chair is designed and made in the US but does not seem to accommodate people with large hips/thunder thighs.
I tried out a Mirra 2 and it's an excellent chair and a good price compared to its competitors. I just don't get on with mesh seats - and this is where reviews can only get you so far - however I adjusted it my thighs were in pain. I have a similar experience with the Aeron but interestingly I find it a bit more comfortable. Ultimately though cheaper seats in their range worked better for me.
Which chair do you ultimately go with?
I'm getting one delivered to me this week, hopefully it's the only office chair I'll ever need to buy.
Nice. That's a big investment, hopefully it will be "the one" -GK
@@btodtv Sadly, it's the perfect chair for me, except the seat width is not wide enough to house my thighs comfortably. If they had an XL version, it would be the one. Looks like I'll have to return it and try out the Aeron size C.
Great review!! Covered everything I was looking for. Thx very much!!
Just bought and received one, simply incredible , thanks for the review :)
I tried it vs an aeron. Mirra has slightly better seat but that plastic rigid backrest even with the mesh was too rigid for me.
The music is quite distracting.
So meditate then focus extensively on his words..
🧎♂️🗣👂
I think the back height adjustment shouldn't be applicable to Mirra 2 since it is a part of the chair's design / concept.
Otherwise I absolutely agree with everything you said. Great review, thank you!
Love the Environment-friendly stuff mentioned as well.
I bought mirra2 It is produced from the Herman factory in China. Some assembly work and materials are quite poor. I had to disassemble it and reassemble it again.
Someone gave me one for free about 7 years ago (was probably the original model). Still sitting in it today and is still going pretty strong but am looking to upgrade to the Aeron or embody. Fortunately I live near a HM store.
I pulled my original Mirra out of a dumpster.
Dumpster diving for the win! -GK
Bro this chair is fing awesome! The fully loaded verison of course.
Great Review
Thank you! -GK
Damn BTOD guys can talk
i cant stop looking at the imperfection on the left arm rest
R.I.P people who weigh 351 pounds
Literally, probably don't got much time left tbh...
@@danielmcbolnd4828 😂😂😂
I love your calm reviews but your website makes it difficult to find, configure and purchase a refurbished Herman Miller.
Hi, What is the recommended Herman Miller chair model for people who have herniated discs? Mirra? Embody? Or another ?
Thank you for the timely response.
For situations like yours, it's important to try the chairs to get a better idea what feels good for your body -GK
Hi, may i know what is the minimum armrest width as well as minimum seat height for remaster?
I’ve been using this for about 6months now and this is the most uncomfortable chair I’ve ever used.
It's not just me then! The back rest triggers my back pain no end, even with the butterfly upgrade 😢
Thorough review!
Got myself one after watching the review, the chair is simply awesome like your review.
I have got one problem though, I'm about 5.11 and weigh about 90 kgs,
Can you guys help me adjusting the chair in height and tilt mechanism I have been struggling to get the right fit for the last 2 months coz after couple of hours of use I'm getting shoulder cramps
You mention arm width ranges. Is that from the middle of the armrests or from the insides?
Any chance of a review of the HAG SoFi?
Sorry, we do not have immediate plans to review the HAG SoFi -GK
How do you determine the correct seat depth range? Do you measure with the legs at a 90-degree angle or with the legs fully extended?
Hi! To figure out your correct seat depth range, you want to sit with your legs at a 90-degree angle to the ground, with about a 1-inch gap between the front edge of the seat and the back of your knees. - TK
is it possible for someone who is 5 1 - 5 2 to rest their head with this chair?
Make a review with the herman miller celle
I am seriously considering to purchase Mirra 2, but I have one major concern which is I tend to sit in different positions over time. Ex. one leg up, 2 legs up, 1 feet at the edge of my desk...you name it. I am afraid that mesh seating will not accommodate all my weird sitting position! Would this be a problem for Mirra 2? Thank you chair gurus!
I don't have a ton of experience sitting in the Mirra 2, but I have spent a lot of time in an Aeron which has a very similar style seat (mesh with a harder frame). Personally, I wouldn't recommend this style seat if you like to sit in different positions. You will find yourself hitting the hard edges of the chair frame. I just tested a few different seating positions on the Mirra 2 in our office and confirmed this. I would recommend going with a soft seat pad with no hard edges. If you want to stay with Herman Miller, the Embody would be a good option. The Steelcase Leap v2 would be great as it has a flexible seat pan and some flex in the back to allow for movement. Thanks for supporting the channel! - RG
@@btodtv You guys are the best. Thank you!
Maybe you are always changing positions cause your chair sucks...
is this suitable for a person over 2m height?
Is it worth the upgrade from the mirra 1?
Unfortunately, we don't have extensive experience in the Mirra 1 -GK
can you sit cross legged in this chair or will the armrests hit you?
2:27 This is a big negative in my opinion. People need to realise that not everyone lives in a mansion with double doors. I could not get it through any of my doors if it came assembled.
Can it be disassembled easily at least?
Does it wobble like Aeron and Embody when locked in the most upright position?
Doesn't the plastic back get worn out after years of use(not the full 12 years even) ? I read through their store comments saying that.
Not sure if that's true with the mesh cover on it. Or maybe it broke because they were...heavy. No way of knowing. Or if you leave the lumbar support in the wrong place it starts pressuring the plastic in a bad way and it tears more easily.
Thanks for pointing this out. It is tough to tell if this is a consistent problem. While there are some comments saying it is an issue, there are a ton of really good comments. We have had our Mirra2 for less than a year, so we don't have enough time in the chair to know the answer from experience. I would think that splitting or cracking would be covered under warranty, so you will still be guaranteed 12 years out of a new chair. But, you may want to verify with Herman Miller that, that is the case. -RB
I've had my Mirra 1 (all plastic back) since 2010 and the plastic has held up very well. I've since replaced some of the other parts like the arm rests, the foam underneath the mesh, etc. I think having the lumbar pushing against the plastic could deform it over time but otherwise I find it holds up extremely well. I prefer it over the Aeron which I've spent a lot of time sitting on at work.
I have used a Mirra 1 witha full plastic back at work from 2011 to 2018. There was no visible wear on the plastic back. Just ordered a Mirra 2 for personal use at home.
Do you think the tilt of Mirra 2 is better than the Aeron Remastered? Or similar?
does it have a headrest
Does Mirra 2 arms fit on Mirra 1?
great review. As. retoucher I lean forward a lot so the low score for the back material may be in my favour if I was to purchase this. I didnt know about these more affordable models. Im looking at a good condition second hand Aeron for $950 or a brand new from office company Mirra 2 for $890. Would you recommend the Mirra 2 brand new with warranties and more modern materials over the 2nd hand Aeron?
Also keep in mind that a 2nd hand Aeron might be the Classic version (they totally changed it in 2017). The newer Aeron and the Mirra 2 both have a forward tilt feature that seems like it'd be useful for retouching
@@ShawnFumo I ended up buying 3 Mirra 2 for my mini studio, im loving it. such a smooth and comfortable chair. I dont really go into the full anal detail of all these chair reviews but for a ergonomic long lasting chair experience Im pretty happy with it
@@emretouchcompany3096 Cool! I ended up visiting a DWR store near Boston and surprisingly the Mirra 2 actually seemed the least comfortable for me. Maybe it would have taken some weeks to get used to, but for now ordered an Aeron and Embody Gaming, with the intention to return one of them. If neither works out, I'll probably try the Mirra 2 more seriously.
@@ShawnFumo I know it’s only been a couple of weeks, but I’m an editor too. Any updates on either chair yet?
@@HelloImMaxxHennard Well the Aeron arrived first and I've been using it about 10 days. Overall it seems good, though it takes time to find the most comfortable adjustments. I ended up with the seat at the lowest setting, a bit of lumbar, and tension so that I lean back between the first and second stop points naturally.
One thing I found was at first my upper middle back was hurting. The way it fits me, if I wasn't leaning back pretty far, I was having to use those muscles a lot to keep from slouching. But I *think* the issue was really that my head was forward too much. If I focus on keeping my head up and back more than I'm used to, I can relax those muscles more. It forced me to raise up my laptop more (I'm temp in a situation where I can't easily use full monitors), which is better anyway.
The sacral/lumbar adjustment seems pretty good for me, though everyone is different. I found the easiest thing to get in the right area was to lock the chair upright and try to sit up straight using all my back muscles while keeping my shoulders against the back and then adjust the support so my lower back stays in around the same spot when I relax it. If you put the support too aggressive, it could force your upper back away from the chair. Though it feels less aggressive the more you lean back, so probably need to fine tune it. It also depends on exactly how far you tuck your butt back (which also subtly affects how far forward your legs go and how high your whole back is), so may want to experiment with that too.
My main annoyance is the armrests honestly. I think their main intention is to use it to rest your elbows as you type. That's fine, but there's definitely times when I'm reading or watching something and I'd rather just put my whole arms on it. But if I try that, even in the most forward position, it only comes up just past my wrists (and can't bring my arms further back due to my upper arm hitting the chair back), so my hands kind of dangle down. Having my hands in my lap and elbows on them (or just putting the armrests all the way down and out of the way) kind of work, but I wish they went forward a couple of more inches so I could put my whole hands on them.
My table surface is a bit too high for computer work (again a bit limited at the moment in my WFH situation), so may try to get a foot rest and raise the chair and get a better laptop lift that lets me put a real keyboard under it, so I could just rest my hands on the table when not typing, which is probably what they intend.
I like how easy it is to change all the settings while sitting. Can easily go out of locked and unlocked modes. Once you're in the right ballpark, adjusting the tilt tension or lumbar tension is only a twist or two. Everything feels very solid. Definitely won't overheat with the mesh. It definitely isn't the most forgiving chair, but that may be good. I personally don't cross my legs much anyway and being able to rock easily helps with nervous energy and not staying in one position too long.
But the Logitech Embody is coming tomorrow, so will see how that compares! I was worried it wasn't going to come in time to do a proper comparison but it looks like they'll overlap by 2 weeks, so that should hopefully be enough.
start shipping to canada please, we dont have ANY chairs with seat depth adjustments.
You can order straight from Herman Miller. 15% off and free shipping right now.
@@jeffsiemens4485 there's no add to cart option :(
Vash The Stampede There is for me 🤷♂️
Someone gifted me this chair. Someone know if I can avail the warranty?
As I don't have any receipt or anything.
As far as I’m aware, Herman Miller warranties are non-transferable (even if you have a receipt)
This chair fits 5 ft 2 please ?
I guess the girl using it is like 5 ft 2, around that, she is petit. Arm width will definitely be too wide though.
Any chance of a review of Nurus Me Too Fluid Motion Plus ?
Sorry, we don’t have plans to review that chair -GK
Would you recommend this chair for someone that's 250 pounds?
How tall are you? -GK
@@btodtv 6'1 I feel like I would break this chair, looks whimsy and not as sturdy as the Aeron, only interested cause a neighbor of mine wants to sell a used one for about $600, what would you recommend?
ya better lose weight dont stay obese its bad
i needed a good chair due to the fact that i sit down for 8 hours at a desk job, and im also 6'1 foot tall and 200 pounds, so the herman aeon was to small for me, and the herman miller site suggested the setu, would you say its a good chair for my situation?
With the presenter’s knees slightly bent, I couldn’t tell if he was sitting on something or not
How tall are you?
The video is great but this music is so annoying. I don’t know why adding this loud music that prevents you for understanding what’s being said .
It might got the lowest entry price, but someone who would want to get some and is concerned about anything ergonomic would have to take all the options in considerations and this would bump up the price where someone could easily find a refurbished or used aeron. I have got both in one of my offices, they are not mindblowing to me and also overpriced, the build quality is okay, the materials are also okay afterall a nice chair.
I know someone who is around 350 pounds+ and an aeron and Mirra collapsed under his heavy weight after sometime of usage. Everyone that heavy should lose weight first.
Was he hoping up and down on the chair? Because then yeah, I can understand the chair tapping into submission 😄
Wow, yes there are a lot of people that should loose weight, but they should not be judged for it either. And I’m sure you didn’t go up to him and tell him that either.
How do i order?
Do you diliver in india?
I'm sorry, we do not sell the Herman Miller Mirra 2. You should be able to find a company in your area, since the Herman Miller brand is a global -GK
visit herman Miller india page or u can try amazon/flipkart
Does anyone have any experience of using the plastic back in the summer? does the plastic feel sweaty/ itchy on your back? say when you're wearing a Tee?
It does not, it's currently summer here in Mexico and we are around 35ºC no sweat at all, sensation feels natural when wearing a tee.
Where can I find a box to mail this chair via Fedex?
FedEx should have some options -GK
wish this thing was in a smaller box. unnecessary size means more costly shipping to certain areas.
Hi! Do you know if Herman Miller Mirra 2 has the tilt lock?
It seems, mine doesn't work - it's still coming back with me, and only helps to not making a larger angle that I want to.
Is that how it should work?
Yes, it has a three position tilt lock 11:26
Yep, thats how it works, maybe you wanna try and decrease the tension.
I currently have an Embody and am thinking of replacing it because the back is just so hard and I absolute detest the 3 stage recline system it has. Did you by chance get to review the upgraded back for the Mira 2? If so how would it compare to the Embody? and would you say the Mira 2s recline is better than an Embody?
Thanks for checking out our video! I have not had a chance to try the Mirra2 with Butterfly back yet. I was told by a Herman Miller rep that the Mirra2 and Embody have the same mechanism, so the Mirra2 may not be the best choice for you. -RB
I think Steelcase leap might be a better choice for your case
Does Mira 2 has the same downside as Aeron: "metal frame makes contact with the back" ?
the back is very soft. I also don't know what you're talking about with the Aeron?
Why you don't test chairs fully loaded? Then you complain about the issues when the upgrade is available 🤣 🤣
i like the armrests. they look like my kidneys.
Exact match? Haha! -GK
@@btodtv well, my kidneys are slightly more expensive
In India, how much its price, any showroom available in Tamilnadu?
What's your favorite chair?
Steelcase Leap v2 and Nightingale CXO - RB
Terrible chair.
Mine is going on FB Market Place after 11 months. It's about as ergonomic as a brick. Bad investment.
Base is too short (this needs to be adjustable (fwd/back) and digs in on the sides of the thigh, back is too low and no option for neck support.
Seems like you're fat af.
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NO HEAD REST
Do you prefer a headrest? -GK
yes, but I just found out Herman Miller doesn't recommend them... but you can buy the head rest for this chair as an extra on amazon, so that's good
@@itshappening100 Hi, Martin. I was able to find headrests for Aeron on Amazon, but not for Mirra. Do you have a link?
@@alxbalmus yes, that's the one I saw... it might be compatible?
@@itshappening100 This is what i was asking, if you are sure they are compatible. I saw comments for at least one of the headrests in which people said that they do not work on the MIrra as the top edge onto which they are mounted is too narrow.
Why every chair on the market is crap, can't anyone manufacture a good decent Chair
Get rid of the damn music. We are not here to be entertained.
I am, i have a aeron, i watch just for entertainment purposes only.
Gladiator: Are you not entertained!!?