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Re:Ask HN: Most life changing things that you bought? by ggregoire on Sunday June 28, 2020 @01:39PM (#23670486)
> Herman Miller

I always see that brand mentioned in the comments but they have a lot of different models. Which one do you recommend?

Re:Ask HN: Most life changing things that you bought? by tedmiston on Sunday June 28, 2020 @09:33PM (#23673551)
It's worth going to a Herman Miller dealer to try the range of models. Some of them fit different body sizes, especially varying heights and widths much better. I didn't like the way the Aeron felt on my shoulder blades, it's very wide, so I got the Embody which is also quite popular, and much more narrow. The Embody is more expensive but worth it in my opinion. Also remember that both come with an incredible warranty.

The only models I wouldn't spend much time looking at are their conference room chairs -- the ones not designed to be sat in comfortably for a full day.

More info on Aeron vs Embody - https://www.btod.com/blog/herman-miller-aeron-vs-embody/

Re:Ask HN: Most life changing things that you bought? by notmainacct on Sunday June 28, 2020 @02:06PM (#23670733)
The Aeron is the tried and true classic. The Cosm is an 'updated' version with different back heights, and The Mira is an easier to clean plastic back version. I swear by my Aeron that I picked up at a used office supply store for $400 along with a new desk.