Herman Miller Aeron review
The original poster has used their Herman Miller Aeron for around 5 years and has experienced significant back pain issues throughout that time. Despite paying a premium price for the chair, they find it hasn't delivered the ergonomic benefits they expected. They've been researching alternatives including the Herman Miller Zephr, Steelcase Leap V2, and Haworth Fern, all of which seem promising based on initial impressions. The poster is frustrated because while they were initially drawn to the Aeron's 3-hour return policy which seemed generous, their back pain persisted well beyond that window. They're now looking at Herman Miller Zephr and Steelcase Leap V2 as potential replacements, wanting something more ergonomic. The budget they're working with is around $1,500, and they're questioning whether the Aeron was the right choice given their ongoing comfort issues.
Cons
- Back pain after 5 years of use
- Not ergonomic enough despite premium price
- 3-hour return window too short to identify long-term issues
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Herman Miller Aeron
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