Herman Miller Embody review
A user who hot-desks in an office where both Aerons and Embodys are available shares comparison insights. Over several months, they've regularly used both and have developed a strong preference for the Embody. They find the Embody's fabric seat more comfortable than the Aeron's mesh for their body type, especially during summer when the mesh would create uncomfortable contact points in shorts. The Embody's back feels more supportive and adaptive to their movements, while the Aeron's mesh back feels more static. They appreciate the Aeron's simpler adjustment system and iconic look, but ultimately the comfort difference is significant enough that they actively seek out the Embody chairs when choosing their desk for the day. This real-world A/B testing has convinced them to purchase an Embody for their home office.
Pros
- Fabric seat more comfortable than mesh
- Better in summer with shorts
- Back more supportive and adaptive
- Significant comfort difference
- Convinced user to purchase for home
Cons
- More complex adjustment system than Aeron
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Herman Miller Embody
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