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The Herman Miller Mirra 2 is a highly adjustable ergonomic chair made from premium materials that offers adjustable lumbar support and many upgrade options. Unfortunately, it does not ship with a headrest.
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Product Snapshot
Overview
The Herman Miller Mirra 2 is a high-end chair first announced in mid-2016. As is common with most top-tier office chairs, the Mirra 2 is available in many different options, with its highest spec option offering adjustable lumbar support, a tilt limiter, and 4-way adjustable armrests.
Buyers will also have to choose between two different back materials: either the Triflex Polymer variant or the Butterfly Suspension backrest, where the Trifex Polymer option offers more firmness. The chair has a maximum weight capacity of up to 350 pounds but is more suited for home or office use. If you’re in the market for a chair designed for gaming, then our EasySMX Big and Tall review might be worth a look.
The Herman Miller Mirra 2 is a well-designed, highly adjustable office chair. Buyers willing to spend more on its most impressive features will get height-adjustable lumbar support and 4-way directional armrests. In terms of adjustability, the chair’s seat height is adjustable over a 4.5” range, and its seat depth over a 1.75” range. Its seat is about 29” wide, and its tilt limiting function can have its backrest recline angle set at 92°, 100°, or 124°. Owners will also be able to make seat angle adjustments, where they will be able to configure the backrest’s forward tilt by up to 5°.
The Mirra 2 is available in various colors, and owners can choose between a variant with a full mesh seat and backrest or a mesh backrest with a fabric seat.
ReasonS to Buy
Exceptional adjustability and ergonomics
The Herman Miller Mirra 2 offers a wide range of adjustments for a comfortable working experience at the office or home. It has an adjustable seat height (by 4.5”), 4-way adjustable armrests, and seat depth is adjustable by 1.75”.
Adjustable backrest reclining can be set to 92°, 100°, or 124°, and a configurable backrest forward tilt (by 5°).
Adjustable lumbar support
The top speck version of the Herman Miller Mirra 2 offers adjustable lumbar support.
High-end materials
The Herman Miller Mirra 2 is made from high-quality plastic materials and has a graphite base. The chair is sturdy enough to support individuals weighing up to 350 pounds.
Reason to Avoid
Does not include a headrest
The chair misses out on a headrest, which may not be ideal for tall individuals.
Herman Miller Mirra 2 Specs
Adjustable Armrests
Yes
Armrest Height Max
n/a
Armrest Height Min
n/a
Backrest Height
22.91"
Backrest Width
21"
Frame Construction
Metal and Plastic
Has Footrest
No
Head Pillow
No
Head Rest
No
Lumbar Support
Adjustable
Piston Type
Pneumatic Cylinder
Recline
Yes
Seat Depth
16.5 – 18.5"
Seat Height Adjustment
16.5 – 20.5"
Seat Padding Material
Foam
Seat Width
21.5"
Upholstery
Foam
Weight Limit
350 lbs
Wheel Type
Casters
All Specs
Test Results
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Max Recline (Degrees)
0
Min Seat Height (Inches)
0
Max Seat Height (Inches)
0
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The Herman Miller Mirra 2 is a high-end chair first announced in mid-2016. As is common with most top-tier office chairs, the Mirra 2 is…
The Herman Miller Mirra 2 is a high-end chair first announced in mid-2016. As is common with most top-tier office chairs, the Mirra 2 is available in many different options, with its highest spec option offering adjustable lumbar support, a tilt limiter, and 4-way adjustable armrests.
Buyers will also have to choose between two different back materials: either the Triflex Polymer variant or the Butterfly Suspension backrest, where the Trifex Polymer option offers more firmness. The chair has a maximum weight capacity of up to 350 pounds but is more suited for home or office use. If you’re in the market for a chair designed for gaming, then our EasySMX Big and Tall review might be worth a look.
The Herman Miller Mirra 2 only comes in one size, while the Herman Miller Aeron is available in a small, medium, or large size, but…
The Herman Miller Mirra 2 only comes in one size, while the Herman Miller Aeron is available in a small, medium, or large size, but the Herman Mirra 2 allows for four-directional armest adjustment while the Aeron is limited to three-dimensional adjustment. The Mirra 2 also offers seat depth adjustment, which the Aeron does not.
The Herman Miller Mirra 2 offers height-adjustable lumbar support, while the Steelcase Karman only offers dynamic lumbar support. However, the Steelcase Karman allows for a…
The Herman Miller Mirra 2 offers height-adjustable lumbar support, while the Steelcase Karman only offers dynamic lumbar support. However, the Steelcase Karman allows for a higher seat height adjustment range, as its seat can be adjusted from 15.875” to 20.375”. On the other hand, the Mirra 2 can only be adjusted from 16” to 20.5”. In case you’re interested in the Karman, we’ve covered it in our Steelcase Karman review.
The Herman Miller Mirra 2 offers adjustable lumbar support, which the Flexispot Pro Plus Mesh Office Chair OC14 does not. However, the OC14 also ships…
The Herman Miller Mirra 2 offers adjustable lumbar support, which the Flexispot Pro Plus Mesh Office Chair OC14 does not. However, the OC14 also ships with a headrest, which the Mirra 2 does not. Finally, while the Mirra 2’s backrest can be locked at either a 92°, 100°, or 124° recline, the OC14 allows users to lock its backrest anywhere within 40° when reclined. Check out our Flexispot OC14 review for more insight into what else it has in store.
