Theres no backrest cushioning or a lumbar pillow in the traditional sense, but the results speak for themselves.
Although predominantly constructed using plastic, materials are uniformly top-notch.
Parts are cleanly produced and feel seriously durable to the touch.
Its not widely available in Australia yet, though.
Neither of these customizations are available in the UK right now.
Purchases include a 12 year manufacturer warranty, which is significantly better than the warranties offered by most competitors.
The majority of the chair is constructed from a sleek black plastic with a slightly textured finish.
The seat cushion is a slightly curved shape, keeping you centered while you sit.
Comfort and adjustability
The Herman Miller Sayl Gaming Chair offers plenty of adjustability.
Its backrest features a Harmonic Tilt mechanism that causes it to automatically recline as you lean back.
It sits alongside a lever which can raise or lower the seat height.
This can be set at three levels, ranging from an upright to partially and fully reclined position.
With everything fully adjusted, the Herman Miller Sayl Gaming Chair offers a seriously impressive level of comfort.
The backrest provides absolutely perfect support and feels extremely natural as it shifts in conjunction with your body.
That said, I often sit leaning slightly forward.
Assembly
The Herman Miller Sayl Gaming Chair comes fully assembled in a large cardboard box.
A QR code that links to a brief online manual is included in the box should you require it.
Should I buy the Herman Miller Sayl Gaming Chair?
This keeps it small, but those who need dedicated neck or head support should look at other options.
Also consider…
If youre not sold on the Herman Miller Sayl Gaming Chair, then these two alternatives are worth considering.
Assembly is slightly more complex, though it offers similarly top performance while you play.
I used it as my primary chair as I completed productivity tasks and played a selection of games.
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First reviewed August 2024.
