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Herman Miller
Motia Sit-to-Stand Desk 29x58
A refined commercial sit-stand desk with a 250-pound lift rating, simple or programmable controls and extensive finish and cable options.
- Score
- 7.2/10
- Est. life
- 15 yrs
- Cover
- Lifetime
Last-known catalog price
$1475.00
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Product Overview
Motia is Herman Miller's configurable electric workplace table. The 29-by-58-inch retail desk uses a laminate or veneer top, die-cast aluminum legs, nonslip feet and a one-touch lever. Commercial specifications broaden the line to 48-72-inch rectangles with C- or T-legs, optional four-position digit...
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Specifications
- OverviewBrand
- Herman Miller
- OverviewProduct category
- standing-desks
- OverviewExpected lifespan
- 15 years · We Buy It For Life editorial estimate
- Warranty & ServiceWarranty
- Up to lifetime; desk mechanical/electrical terms vary by component and region
- Additional detailsBase options
- C-leg or T-leg; die-cast aluminum retail legs
Why We Love It
The features that make this product stand out from the competition.
250-pound mechanism
The lift rating provides comfortable margin for a normal multi-monitor workstation.
Replaceable system components
Motia is a commercial product family with separate base, top, control and cable-management parts.
Detailed Quality Score Breakdown
Core Performance
Primary Performance
8.3
Herman Miller publishes 22-48 and 27-46 inch height options with 250-pound lift capacity.
Feature Richness
7.5
Official specifications document two base types, several controls, surface materials and cable-management choices.
Build Quality
7.9
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Reliability Score
7.5
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Longevity
Durability Rating
7.6
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Wear Resistance
7.1
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Component Replaceability
6.7
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Design Timelessness
7.9
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Serviceability
Repairability
6.3
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Spare Parts Availability
6.3
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Warranty Coverage
7.2
Herman Miller store warranty terms describe up-to-lifetime coverage with component-specific desk terms.
Service Network
6.4
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Value
Total Cost of Ownership
6.9
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Resale Value Retention
6.3
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User Satisfaction
7.7
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What height range does the 29 x 58 Motia Sit-to-Stand Desk provide?
The retail 29 x 58 configuration is shown with Herman Miller’s Standard Height Range. In the Motia specification, the standard electric frame adjusts from 27 to 46 inches; an extended electric option is listed at 22 to 48 inches, so verify the selected frame when ordering.
How much weight can the Motia lift?
Herman Miller publishes a lifting capacity of up to 250 pounds for Motia’s electric lift. This is the manufacturer’s stated capacity for the Motia desk line, rather than an estimate based on customer reviews or third-party testing.
How is the Motia desk height adjusted?
The retail product details describe a tabletop that raises and lowers with an easy one-touch power button. Motia’s broader specification also lists intuitive paddle, programmable, and simple-touch control options, so the installed control depends on the configuration.
What is the 29 x 58 desk made of, and is it easy to maintain?
The checked retail configuration uses a White Laminate top and White base finish. Herman Miller identifies the legs as die-cast aluminum and describes the laminate top as low-maintenance and easy to clean.
Does the 29 x 58 configuration include cable management?
The current retail configuration is shown with Cable Trough set to None. The Motia specification lists optional undersurface solutions such as a hinged cable tray, cable channel, and fabric screen cable trough, so cable management must be selected separately for this configuration.
What warranty is listed for the Motia Sit-to-Stand Desk?
Herman Miller’s retail listing states an up-to-lifetime warranty and notes that terms and conditions apply. Review the linked warranty terms for the details that govern the purchased configuration, including any component or regional conditions.
Can I add monitor and keyboard accessories to Motia?
Herman Miller says Motia tables are compatible with monitor arms, keyboard supports, CPU holders, and screens. The specifications page lists these as technology-support options, while a particular accessory’s fit may depend on the selected base and configuration.
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