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Best standing desks of 2021

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Whether you’re a professional, a student or somewhere in between, the “new normal” has meant trading in a proper desk for a work-from-home space. It could be your kitchen tablet, a small hallway turned into an office or even tossing together something in the bedroom. But what about a standing desk or convertor desk? The trend that has taken the professional industry by storm is now readily available — with literally countless options — and could be the perfect solution for working from home.

That’s why we’ve been testing a handful of standing desks for weeks, no months, on end — from assembly to entire days spent on each, we’ve found four that rise to the top.

Best standing desk overall

With a solid and wide desktop, the Branch Adjustable Standing Desk is a near-perfect desk that can handle multiple monitors, dual laptops and a plethora of knickknacks. It’s also incredibly sturdy, with one of the best builds we’ve encountered and a smooth ascent or descent.

Best customizable standing desk

The Uplift V2-Commercial Standing Desk offers the widest breadth of customization options out of any standing desk we’ve encountered, from size to finish to keypads — in addition to being a high-quality desk that’s bound to look beautiful against any decor scheme.

Best budget standing desk

The SHW Electric Height-Adjustable Computer Desk is a surprisingly functional, sturdy desk at an incredibly affordable price, comparatively.

It was a breeze to assemble, comes with a cable management tray and features a digital keypad with memory presets. ​

Best standing desk converter

The Flexispot Height-Adjustable Standing Desk Converter (starting at $99.99) is an excellent converter that’s available in several sizes to accommodate a range of workspaces. Both its desktop and keyboard tray provide ample space, and it adjusts with the push of a lever. ​

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Branch’s standing desk might only come in two sizes and a handful of colors, but it doesn’t corner the product into oblivion. Instead, it keeps a high level of craftsmanship in a standing desk that ultimately rises above the best with seamless motion, a sturdy build and a design that doesn’t distract.

It starts with the desktop — in this case, a 48-inch wide by 30-inch depth particle board laminate. You can also opt for white or a dark walnut finish. Either route, though, you’re stuck with a set of legs in white. What’s especially lovely about the Branch option is that the depth is wider than the average desk. This makes it easy for multiple monitors, a laptop (maybe a tablet as well), a notebook with plenty of room to spare.

Furthermore, the desk isn’t entirely flat, with a slightly diagonally cut finish in the front, making it comfortable to rest your arms on or even lean into it without being stuck with a piece of wood jutting into your abdomen. During our testing, spills of water, coffee and never stained the finish, nor did the tabletop scratch. The side edges did peel a bit and showed some scuffs — but from pretty unnatural, heavy bangs.

The Branch also features a metal plate in the center rear of the desk that can either tilt backward or forward to reveal a brush system, through which you can snugly run cables to keep them tidy — and it even kept loose Lightning and USB-C cables from falling through.

While it’s not curved with an ergonomic cutout in the front like our previous overall pick — the ApexDesk Elite Series — we feel the Branch Standing Desk is a better overall package. Setup as a whole took about 20 minutes, and found a drill sped things up a bit.

Branch does include all the necessary tools in the box and can be done with ease. The desk comes in two boxes — one with the legs and one that’s the desktop, and the directions were clear and thorough.

Heights range from 25 to 52 inches, and you can make adjustments by the centimeter at most heights. Whether adjusting up or down, the transition was one of the smoothest we tested no matter how heavy the items we had atop the desk. The Branch comes standard with a control switch that’s on the left-hand side that features an LED dot display showing the exact height, an up and a down switch and four presets. Those presets are easy to set and one touch to operate.

The Branch was also one of the sturdiest desks we tested, never rocking side to side or back and forth.

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Uplift V2-Commercial Standing Desk

The Uplift V2-Commercial Standing Desk is a handsome desk that we found supremely sturdy, easy to use, relatively straightforward to assemble, and as ergonomic at all heights as any of the other electric standing desks in our pool. When it came to wobble factor, we found it a tad less sturdy than the ApexDesk, particularly at higher heights, but nothing that interfered with our ability to use it comfortably. Where it truly shines, however, is in its many options for customization.

We tested the smallest available desktop size, 42×30”, a perfect option for tighter office spaces or cramped city apartments with but a corner to spare. We found it more than comfortable for a monitor and laptop setup, though if you’re working with multiple monitors and other equipment, you’ll probably want to opt for a larger size. Good news: Uplift’s got four more to choose from. The 48×30” will cost you an extra $50, the more standard 60×30” desktop size an extra $110, 72×30” will run you an extra $210, and the massive 80×30” desktop brings you to a total starting price of $849.

Then, you’ve got a staggering 22 desktop finishes to choose from (including a whiteboard option, which could be fun for the kiddos). We tested the walnut laminate, and couldn’t be more pleased with its quality and appearance. Solid wood and bamboo options are also available, as well as a contoured shape in four finishes; that will run the price tag up a bit more than the contoured ApexDesk at the same size, which is why the latter ultimately took top honors.

You also choose from four finishes for the desk’s legs, select the color of the grommets, plus you can add on a power grommet (i.e., one with two outlets) for an additional $39 or add two for $69.

As for the keypad, there are options here too (colors being one of them): The standard desk provides a no-frills keypad with just an up and down arrow. You can upgrade to the “advanced comfort keypad” — akin to what the ApexDesk comes standard with — or splurge for the advanced paddle keypad, at an extra $59.

To determine the extent of this desk’s functionality, we chose the advanced paddle keypad and were wholly impressed by its breadth of features. In addition to displaying heights within 0.1-inch increments, from 22. 6” to 48.7”, the largest range of all desks we tested, the advanced paddle includes a standing reminder, which can be set to 30-, 60 and 120-minute intervals, plus a child lock feature, the ability to set minimum and maximum heights and, of course, memory presets. We found there is a bit of a learning curve with this keypad. We had some trouble lowering it from an elevated position, resetting it and setting up the memory presets. But after some tinkering and regular use, we did get the hang of it. TL;DR: You’ll definitely need to consult the instruction manual for how to use this keypad, and possibly reset it a few times.

Like our top pick, the Uplift arrived in four separate boxes, and assembly took nearly an hour due to all the parts required. Note that the instructions provided include those for two different models of the desk, so you’ll just want to make sure you follow the instructions for the particular model you’ve purchased. A Phillips screwdriver is necessary, and again, because of how heavy-duty its parts are, it’s definitely helpful to borrow a second set of hands and tackle assembly together. The desk comes standard with two grommets at the back corners as well as a cable management tray, though we found the tray to be a bit flimsy once installed.

The Uplift also comes with one of the best warranties of all the desks we tested, which is 10 years for the frame components, mechanical parts, motors and electrical components, and five years for the desktop.

If you’re looking for a top-of-the-line standing desk designed exactly to your specifications that will last years to come, the Uplift V2-Commercial Standing Desk is the desk for you.

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SHW Electric Height-Adjustable Computer Desk

If you’re on a tight budget — or you’re just looking for a standing desk to use temporarily or infrequently — there is not a better option under $250 than the SHW Electric Height-Adjustable Computer Desk.

First off, we were surprised by just how sturdy this affordable desk was once assembled, with minimal wobble from front to back and side to side at all heights. Assembly was easy-breezy, clocking it at roughly 25 minutes when all was said and done (note that you’ll need a Phillips screwdriver). The desk is lightweight enough to move around a room with one set of hands, and building it solo is more than feasible, even for the furniture-assembly-averse.

This desk comes standard with a digital keypad featuring four memory presets; while programming the memory presets was not as intuitive as it was with some of the other desks we tested, once you know how to do so, it’s a breeze. Adjustable from 28” to 46” high in round-number increments (though reflected on the LED screen as 69 to 114, which we can only explain as being a roughly accurate conversion from inches to centimeters), this desk moves smoothly up and down without a hitch. It also comes standard with one small, uncovered grommet at the left back corner as well as an under-desk mesh tray at the front.

We should note that the desktop is actually two planks of wood rather than one solid piece as the product photos may lead you to believe.

This desk efficiently supported our monitor, laptop, books, desk plants and more — including a spry cat frequently jumping on and off of it — without issue. It’s offered in just one size, 47.25×24”, a bonus for anyone working with limited space for their office setup. The desktop is available in black, oak, light cherry and walnut finishes, and while we found that the black desk easily showed smudges, you get, as they say, what you pay for.

While a few customer reviews mention the motor slowing down over time, we experienced no such issues; we’ll report back and update this piece should we notice any failure in that regard. The desk offers only a one-year warranty, but for an additional $30, an extended three-year warranty will cover any motor issues.

Sure, it looks and feels a bit cheaper than the $500+ models in our pool, and, well, that’s because it is. But if you’re looking for the best electric standing desk at an under-$250 price point that’s sturdy and easily goes up and down as promised, with presets for multiple users — and particularly if you’re a fan of the metric system — you can’t go wrong with this SHW desk.

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Flexispot Height-Adjustable Standing Desk Converter

If you’re in the market for a riser that will convert your standard desk into a standing one, we recommend the Flexispot Height-Adjustable Standing Desk Converter for several reasons.

This converter is available in eight widths, from 27” to 47” (you can find the larger models here) to accommodate a variety of workspace sizes. Note, however, that it is only available in black. We tested the 35” model, which can comfortably fit two small monitors, or a monitor and a laptop, and measured the depth of the desktop to be 18.75” and the keyboard tray to be 12”. Like any standard riser, a simple lever attached to a hydraulic device is used to raise it up or down, with a maximum height, from top to bottom, of 18.5”.

The only place the Flexispot converter lost major points was in ease of adjustments; while it moved smoothly upward with a press of the lever, pushing it back down proved a bit more difficult, and some elbow grease was necessary. For that reason, it might not be the best choice if the intention is to share it between people of varying heights. That caveat aside, we were more than pleased with our experience using this product, which we found ergonomically designed and comfortable to use in every way.

The testing process for these desks lasted nearly two months. We unboxed and assembled each desk, paying special attention to the amount of time each unboxing and building process took. We noted how long it took to put each one together, how clear the product’s instructions were and if any special tools were needed. Once each electric standing desk was fully built, we used it at both sitting and standing heights; desk converters, of course, were used only in standing positions. We used each product for at least three full workdays and carefully noted how each desk performed in terms of ease of adjustments and ergonomics. Overall, we evaluated them on what we considered the most important factors: function, build and length of warranty. After tallying up scores for each product, we also took value into consideration, factoring the starting price of each desk with regard to the features it delivered on, to determine our final winners.

We broke the testing into the following categories and subcategories:

Function

  • Comfort: We made note of whether the desk provided proper ergonomics at all heights, and, where applicable, in both sitting and standing positions.
  • Number of different height adjustments: We noted the range of heights the desk was capable of reaching.
  • Ease of adjustments: We considered how easy it was to adjust the height of the desk, noting how smoothly it was able to move up and down as well as how easy and intuitive the keypad, if there was one, was to operate.
  • Sturdiness from front to back: We noted how much the desk wobbled, if it all, from front to back.
  • Sturdiness from side to side: We noted how much the desk wobbled, if it all, from side to side.
  • Organization: We noted if the desk came standard with any slots/grommets to organize wires, cable management trays, extra outlets. etc.

Build

  • Build quality: We looked at the quality of the desk’s materials, assessing whether it felt cheap or flimsy, as well as whether the desktop was prone to scratches and/or smudges.
  • Ease of assembly: We considered the time it took to unbox and fully assemble the desk, how clear the instructions were, if any special tools were necessary as well as if the included tools were efficient in the building process.
  • Appearance: We assessed the aesthetics of the desk — how it looked in a room/home office, if it was available in different colors and if so, how many.
  • Size: We noted how much equipment could fit on the desk, how much room it took up and whether it was available in more than one size and if so, how many.

Warranty

  • We looked into the warranty for each product and noted the length of coverage and what parts were covered.

Fully Jarvis EcoTop Standing Desk (starting at $519 for 30×24”; fully. com)

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Fully Jarvis EcoTop Standing Desk

Let it be known that we adored this desk, for myriad reasons. A newer model produced by Fully’s Jarvis line, the EcoTop is the brand’s most eco-friendly design to date, crafted from locally sourced fiber in Oregon that’s a minimum 92% pre-consumer, recycled or recovered, meeting the Eco-Certified Composites (ECC) Sustainability Standard. Beyond this new desktop, it’s identical in build and function to the customer-favorite (and also earth-friendly) Jarvis Fully Bamboo Standing Desk — and it’s easy to see why it’s so beloved. It scored top marks for its range of sitting and standing heights (25.5” to 51.1”, the second largest range of all desks we tested, displayed in increments of 0.1”) as well as its ease of adjustments, with the industry-standard four memory presets being intuitive to program. This desk felt high-quality — according to Fully, it can support upwards of 350 pounds — though a bit more wobbly from side to side at higher heights than our best overall pick. Similar to the Uplift’s warranty, Jarvis desks are covered by an impressive all-inclusive 10-year warranty on all frame components, including motors and electronics, and a five-year warranty on desktop surfaces, excluding normal wear and tear, and damage caused by improper assembly, disassembly or repair.

Ultimately, this desk lost points when it came to assembly. It was one of the most complicated builds of our pool, taking the most time and clocking in at a bit over an hour; particularly we found that the giant allen key, with prongs of equal lengths, made things clumsy to assemble. While the EcoTop features two uncovered grommets at the back corners for your cables, if you’d like to attach cord organizer, you’ll need a power drill to do so, as there are no pre-drilled holes. (We did appreciate that it came packaged with a surge protector, however.) The EcoTop is available in six sizes, and in black and white finishes.

This is a solid desk — and was indeed a solid contender for winner — particularly if you value sustainable, earth-friendly materials.

Vari Electric Standing Desk (starting at $650 for 60”; amazon.com; starting at $695 for 60” models; officedepot.com)

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Vari Electric Standing Desk

Another one of our favorites, the Vari is a classic electric standing desk, and there’s a reason — well, many reasons — why you may have seen it in myriad office spaces throughout the country as the standing desk du jour. For one, it’s impossibly sturdy, racking up top marks in that category during our testing. And despite its heavyweight build, it was by far the easiest of the non-budget-priced electric standing desks to assemble, taking approximately 20 minutes to do so. The Vari moves up and down smoothly, from a minimum height of 25” to a maximum of 50.2” (the highest maximum height of all desks we tested), and its LED keypad displays increments of 0.1. Programming the four memory presets is easy as pie; we didn’t even need to consult an instruction manual for that. And while there wasn’t much difference among all our standing desks in terms of motor noise, we’d contend that the Vari was noticeably quieter than the others in our pool. It has a five-year warranty for all components.

The Vari Electric Standing Desk is available in two sizes, 60×30”, 48×30” (starting at $550 at Amazon and Office Depot for the latter) as well as five finishes. Really the only place where it lost major points was in the category of organization. It features no grommets to contain wires, but rather a slightly indented back should you want to place it flush against the wall, so you’ll still have space for all your cables to comfortably hang; an additional wire tray is sold separately. (We did appreciate the complimentary bag hook that was included with our shipment.) The Vari came in just one point behind our overall winner, the ApexDesk Elite, so suffice it to say that we would recommend this desk in a heartbeat, so long as you can make do with that caveat.

Readydesk 2 Adjustable Standing Desk ($154.99; amazon.com)

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Readydesk 2 Adjustable Standing Desk

It fell short in a few categories, however: It’s available in just one size and color, and doesn’t provide as much room for equipment as other converters in our testing pool did. Its unfinished edges had us worried we might snag the fabric of our sleeve on it (a valid concern among reviewers as well, as we later learned). Because of the lack of grips at the base, depending on the surface beneath it, it could be prone to sliding, although we had no issues in this regard. And, given its unique design, it’s not the most ideal product if two or more people of different heights are sharing use of it, as you have remove the piece of wood and manually move it to a different slot if you’d like to change up the adjustments, which is easy enough, but obviously not as simple as raising or lowering a lever.

Flexispot Standing Desk 48×30” ($249.99; amazon.com)

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Flexispot Standing Desk 48×30″

The Flexispot Standing Desk is another budget-priced standing desk model, similar to the SHW. It’s available in black, white and mahogany finishes, and while it does look quite sleek, and the desktop is indeed one solid piece rather than two narrow pieces assembled side by side, for the same price as our best budget winner, it comes with some noticeable downfalls. For one, the basic model includes a keypad with only an up and down button; the desk has a standing range from 28–47.6”, but in order to know what height you’re standing at (if that’s important to you), you’ll have to tack on another $90 for the “standard” model, which is 55” long and includes a digital LED keypad with memory presets. There’s also a smaller, 42×24” model, for $244.99.

We also noticed significant wobble once fully assembled, mostly from side to side but also from back to front. And on the topic of assembly: this desk arrives in two boxes, both pretty lightweight, but the instructions were confusing at times. A particularly baffling example: One step was to loosen bolts and stretch a rod, but the instructions didn’t specify to what length to stretch it. So we guessed, and when it came time to add the desktop, we had to loosen the bolts once again and then measure it to the correct length. Another step also required backtracking and unscrewing screws from a previous step. This desk comes with a five-year warranty for the frame, motor and other mechanisms, and a two-year warranty for the controller and switch, electronics.

Seville Classics 27. 8” Tilting Sit-Stand Height Adjustable Mobile Laptop Computer Desk Cart with Mouse Side Ergonomic Table ($44.99; homedepot.com)

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Seville Classics 27.8″ Tilting Sit-Stand Height Adjustable Mobile Laptop Computer Desk Cart with Mouse Side Ergonomic Table

If you’re looking for a simple sit-stand option with enough room for your laptop and a mouse, and a laptop and a mouse alone, this Seville Classics desk is one worth considering. At just a hair under $50, unsurprisingly, you’re not getting a super-sturdy, smart standing desk option — but you are getting a product that gets the job done (the job being: providing the option to stand while at your computer), and on wheels to boot. Assembly was easy enough, as the desk is lightweight, and though the flimsy hexagon key wrench proved a bit difficult to use, we were able to build it in approximately 25 minutes. It comes with a one-year limited warranty.

The desk adjusts from a minimum of 27.9” to a maximum of 40.7”, so if you’re above, say, 5’9”, we can’t imagine you’d find this the most ergonomic product to use. We should also note that the desktop’s tilt is not adjustable, i.e, you cannot position it parallel with the floor, and the manual twist-lock knob can be a bit annoying to use to make adjustments to heights. Bottom line: If you’re on a tight budget and looking for something that’ll allow you to take standing breaks from time to time, this is a perfectly adequate solution. It’s a desk that’s perhaps best suited to students, children, and those with minimal space.

Vivo Height Adjustable 32-Inch Standing Desk Converter (starting at $109. 95, originally $119.95; amazon.com)

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Vivo Height Adjustable 32-inch Standing Desk Converter

This Vivo converter was quite similar in both build and function to the Flexispot converter. Assembly required only attaching the keyboard tray to the base, which was simple enough, and adjustment is controlled via lever. It’s a standard desk riser, and we found its sturdiness to rival Flexispot’s as well, but ultimately we didn’t select it as a winner for a few reasons: We took value into consideration, and the Vivo is available only in one size, at a starting price of $119.99, versus Flexispot’s $99.99 for its 31-inch option. (For $159.99, you can snag the Vivo in light wood or white finishes, or dark wood for $179.99.) The width of both the keyboard and desktop are a bit smaller than the Flexispot converter we tested, at 10” and 15. 75”, respectively, though it does rise to a maximum height of 19.5,” one inch higher than our winning converter does. It comes with two cable clips to stick to the underside of the product, and it has a three-year warranty. If you’re seeking a finish that isn’t solid black, could make use of another inch of height as a tradeoff for some desktop space, and you’re willing to shell out a bit more cash, we think the Vivo is a fine option.

Ergo Desktop Kangaroo Pro Junior ($399; amazon.com)

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Ergo Desktop Kangaroo Pro Junior

This desktop converter is unique in its design, and we appreciated the dual ergonomics at play here: Basically, the desktop work surface and your attached monitor adjust separately, allowing you to customize the setup more so than typically possible with a traditional desk riser. The desktop surface, which measures 24×18” — enough to fit a laptop, or a keyboard and mouse — is adjustable to 14.5” above your desk. You’ll have to mount your monitor, and though it took us a bit to figure out the twist-knob situation in order to adjust our monitor, we no sooner got the hang of it. However, we found the removable stabilization leg to, initially, be quite confusing, and ultimately, a crucial design flaw; while the adjustable rod is meant to provide extra stability to your desktop at all heights, we found it difficult to stay put, and ultimately not a reliable source of stability after all. The Kangaroo Pro Junior does, however, take up minimal space, and if you’re working with a single monitor and a keyboard, we could see why you might be interested in this product.

High Rise Height Adjustable Electric Full Standing Desk DC840B (starting at $499. 99, originally $609.99; victortech.com)

The highlight of the Victor Technology’s High Rise standing — available in 4-foot top or 3-foot top versions — features a deep work space paired with various height levels. All of this allowed us to comfortably fit a laptop, phone, papers, water bottle and iPad with space to spare. Made from materials including wood and metal, the build is sturdy no matter the height at which it’s set. Taking less than 20 minutes to assemble, the desk came with tools to put it together and straightforward directions.

There’s a memory function which lets you save four preferable heights — just tap the button and it adjusts to that exact height, ranging between 28. 7 to 48 inches. Better yet, for anyone who works around other people, the desk is quiet when moving between heights.

The High Rise does lack additional perks, like desktop customization, options for additional accessories or a curved design like the ApexDesk. The price is very similar to our top-ranked standing desks, but for the same price, many of those desks offer unique features that create an individualized experience for customers, including white board and laminate desktops.

Read more from CNN Underscored’s hands-on testing:

Best standing desks in 2020: Uplift, Jarvis, Vari, FlexiSpot, and more

If you’re concerned about sitting for long periods during the workday, perhaps consider getting a standing desk. While there is little evidence to suggest a standing desk can help you lose weight, as you’re not burning too many more calories per hour when standing versus sitting, it will certainly help you to be less sedentary. And sedentary lifestyles are not only linked with a higher risk of obesity but also cardiovascular disease and a myriad of other ailments.

To help you figure out which standing desks are worth your money, we’ve hand-picked 12 well-rated options that satisfy a range of wants and needs. We first looked at all the top brands, then combed through dozens of standing desk listings at different price points across several retailers, and absorbed what the user reviews had to say. Ultimately, we landed on this bunch, which are among the absolute best standing desks you can buy online right now. 

Disclosure: ZDNet may earn an affiliate commission from some of the products featured on this page. ZDNet and the author were not compensated for this independent review.

Price: Starts at $539

The Uplift V2 is among the most top-rated standing desks. There are two factors that help make it stand out: It’s sturdy with a functional design, and it has endless options for customization. 

The desk can be adjusted between 25.3 and 50.9 inches tall. (You can also get a commercial version of the V2 frame that lowers the desk by two inches, making the height range from 23.5 inches to 50.9 inches.) Many reviewers have remarked that the Uplift V2 is extremely sturdy at any height. The desk’s height is controlled through a keypad on the desk, and the motor is said to be quiet. The desk also has a nifty anti-collision feature that stops the desk from raising or lowering if it hits something. 

But one of the best features about the Uplift is you can tailor it to your specific needs. All models are 30 inches deep but range in length from 42 inches to 80 inches. You also have the option to add wire grommets or power outlets to the desk. The desktop itself comes in 21 styles and even the electric keypad that controls the height is available in three different options. These customization offers are available through the Uplift website, but there are dozens of different models already available to buy on Amazon. Uplift’s Amazon store also sells standing desk frames and desk converters.

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Price: Stars at $549

Fully’s Jarvis Bamboo Standing Desk is similar to the Uplift V2.  

It has an adjustable frame that goes from 24.5 inches to 50 inches, while the desktop is 24 inches or 30 inches deep, ranges from 30 inches to 78 inches long, and is .75 inches thick. It also has a 350-pound lifting capacity, so it should be hard to overload. 

You can get the desktop in regular or dark bamboo colors. The adjustable frame is available in a couple more colors: Black, silver, white, and alloy. There are also options for wire and power grommets, as well as the ability to add drawers if you would like extra space for storage. 

A big plus for the Jarvis Standing Desk, in our opinion, is the option to add an arm that lets you mount up to two computer monitors right to your desk. 

$549 at Fully

Price: Starting at $650

The Vari Electric is another great standing desk that many reviewers literally stand by.  

It’s supposedly ideal for individuals up to 6 feet 6 inches tall — with the adjustable frame going from 25.5 inches to 50.5 inches tall. There are fewer options in terms of the size for the desk, as the only choice is between a 48-inch or 60-inch long desktop that is 30 inches wide. It can handle weights of up to 250 pounds and has a motor that operates at under 45 decibels. 

Another positive is the desk is really easy to set up. Vari said it should take under five minutes.

The Vari Electric Standing Desk comes in five colors — black and white — as well as stunning wood finishes like Butcher Block, Reclaimed Wood, and Darkwood. 

$650 at Vari

Price: Starts at $1,200

Xdesk is the creme de la creme of the standing desk industry. The company claims to have the most awards for standing desks — with over 27 awards. 

These desks are gorgeous, stable, and powerful, but they’re also expensive. Handmade in Texas, some of their models offer really standout features, such as the Loft, which is a platform that holds your monitor and speakers. There’s also the Nest, which gives you storage space under the tabletop, and the Artesian Bar, which has a footrest attached to the frame. 

All the models are custom power-adjustable desks that come in a number of shapes, styles, sizes, colors, and stains. Just be prepared to pay thousands for the more premium options.

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Price: $330

This is a well-rated electric adjustable height computer desk from SHW. It can automatically adjust between 28 inches and 45 inches tall. It also offers a digital display with memory settings, so it can be set to instantly toggle to your preferred heights. 

If you like what Uplift and Fully both have to offer, but prefer a standing desk that costs a couple hundred less, the SHW is the alternative to consider. Reviewers have used the desk with up to three monitors and reported that it maintained its sturdiness and held up well. 

The desktop comes in cherry and oak finishes and measures 55 inches long by 28 inches deep.

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Price: $400

This is another affordable standing desk option. It’s best if you already have a work desk that you love. The E7 sits on top of an existing table and adds up to 21 inches of height. The desktop itself measures 30 inches long by 21.5 inches deep. It has a built-in electric keypad, too, which controls the height of the desk and can be programmed to save the heights you prefer. 

The E7 also offers single or dual mounts for your monitors. It’s capable of lifting up to 110 pounds. It has a detachable tiered keyboard tray, as well, which means your keyboard and mouse can stay at hand level while the monitor is higher up at eye level. 

The desk surface comes in four colors (black, white, bamboo, and rubberwood), while the base and monitor mounts are only available in black and white.  

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Price: Starts at $250

If your main concern when it comes to finding a standing desk is price then the Flexispot ClassicRiser Standing Desk Converter is a more budget-friendly option. It starts at $250 for the smallest 27-inch option and tops out at $300 for the larger 47-inch model.

The ClassicRiser adds between 5.9 inches to 19.5 inches to an existing desktop, but unlike the previous standing desks on this list, it’s not electric. In order to switch between heights, you use a lever located on the side of the desk converter. It’s not strenuous at all, but it’s also not as easy as clicking a button either. There are a lot of other additional features, like monitor mounts, but if you’re just focused on the cheapest desktop, this might be your best bet. 

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Price: $130

The StorkStand is known for two things: Affordability and portability. 

It simply unfolds and attaches to the back of your office chair. It can hold up to 50 pounds and has a 17-inch by 15.5-inch surface that’s perfect for most laptops. The  2.25-inch thick rectangle table weighs only 4.2 pounds, too, so you squeeze it into larger laptop bags and take it on the go.

If you’ve got a desk chair and work primarily on a laptop, this might be a perfect fit for you, especially with $20 off its usual price of $150.

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Price: Starts at $2,500

The Adler Adjustable Desk is a premium desk from Ohio Design. It’s inspired by a machinist’s work table from the early 1900s. Each piece is handmade upon order, and you can request different sizes and finishes. The desktop measures 30 inches wide by 60 inches long. 

Keeping with the time it’s inspired by, the desk’s operated manually by a cast iron crank. The desk’s height can be adjusted between 27 inches and 42 inches. 

The main issue is, of course, the price. But if you’re willing to spend the extra money, this one-of-a-kind table that’s as much a work of art as it is a workspace. 

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Price: $34

This is the true bargain version of a standing desk. It has a wood desktop that measures 23.6 inches by 16 inches. The height can be adjusted to anywhere between 20.5 inches to 33 inches tall. This being a cheaper desk, you have to adjust the height manually using a twist-lock knob, which might make switching back and forth between sitting a standing a little more cumbersome. 

Still, though, this desk costs under $35. It’s sturdy, and thanks to lockable castor wheels, it’s pretty portable. So, if you’re just looking for something so you can stand and work for a few minutes at a time throughout the day, then this might be the best option for you. 

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Price: $37

This is another affordable option.

The SHW Height Adjustable Mobile Laptop Stand has a no-frills design that’s built for functionality. Its height can be adjusted between 28 inches and 33 inches tall. It uses a locking knob in order to adjust the height. Its desktop is a little wider than the Seville Classics desk cart at 26 inches. 

It’s not much to look at, honestly, but it works if you need to move a laptop around with you all day. 

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Price: $159

This is a fixed-height standing desk, meaning its a standing desk that can’t move, but it’s also not at all expensive. The desk is 46.1 inches tall and has two tiers — the main higher tier is for desktop monitors or laptop, while the lower tier for your keyboard and mouse. 

There’s also monitor mounts available at additional cost. It features lockable castor wheels, too, so it can be moved around your workspace.

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Now that you’ve picked out your new standing desk, you’ll need to start figuring out which accessories you need to complete your new workstation. Here’s a rundown of all the cool add-ons you should consider.

Desk treadmills

So, if you’ve already leaped standing while you work — why not start walking while you’re typing, too? They work pretty simply. It’s just a treadmill that sits underneath your desk. 

Get those steps in!

Anti-fatigue standing desk mats

Standing, even for just a few minutes per hour, is so much better for you than sitting all day long. There’s only one problem with it: You can get sore standing in place. So, one of the must-haves for standing desk owners is something comfy for you to stand on while you’re working.

Balance discs

Balance discs are inflatable cushions that you can stand or sit on while working. Don’t be fooled by the name — you’re not going to fall over while you’re working. The discs are designed to activate core muscles while you stand.

Best standing desk converter for 2021

A standing desk is widely considered to be healthier than sitting all day. It can help you maintain your energy, increase your productivity levels and maybe even give you some longevity. These are all potentially relieving benefits for anyone who has a job that requires sitting in front of a computer for hours on end.

That said, making the switch to a standing desk doesn’t mean you need to ditch your current desk altogether. And you certainly don’t need to crowd your workspace with a separate full standing desk. With a standing desk converter, the transition to a standing desk can be smooth and effortless.

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While there are a handful of DIY standing desk conversions that work well if you’re willing to put in the time and effort, there’s no shortage of quality commercial standing desk converters for those who prefer not to pick up a hacksaw and hammer to update their current desk situation.

Many standing desk converters have sit-stand (that’s sitting and standing) capabilities and features, with varying texture and build options, from beveled wood to aluminum. Some come with an adjustable height range and a keyboard platform (one even has a removable keyboard tray!). Other adjustable standing desk converter options have surface area for a keyboard and mouse mat at the same height as the computer monitor. Others are much smaller, with a laptop riser and just enough room for the essentials (sorry about your keyboard and your dual monitor setup). Ultimately though, you’re going to want a sit-stand desk that will get you out of your traditional seated desk and lead to a healthier, less tired, happier you and a quality working session.

If you’re ready to upgrade your regular desk with the best standing desk converter, the following are our top picks. 

StandStand

Most standing desk conversion kits are semipermanent and solely seek to raise your existing desk workspace.

Place it on top of your current desk; add the monitor or laptop, keyboard and mouse; and adjust the riser to the proper height adjustment that you want for your work surface.

StandStand is an entirely different stand desk converter experience. From its inception, it was intended to be a truly portable quality standing desk converter. This stand up desk converter is meant to be assembled or disassembled in a few seconds and users can effortlessly pack the desk riser away in a backpack.

Another benefit is the desktop converter is very strong, yet lightweight. It is smooth and effortless to employ. This standing desk converter is also one of the most affordable workstation conversions available.

Pros
  • The StandStand is incredibly affordable, starting at just $59 for the baltic birch model and $89 for bamboo.
  • While this standing desk converter does exhibit some “rotational play,” it’s very sturdy. According to the Kickstarter campaign page, StandStand was able to withstand a load capacity of over 900 pounds (408 kilograms) without breaking.
  • It’s very lightweight and packable, making it one of the only truly portable stand desk solutions around.
  • StandStand comes in four different sizes between 9 and 16 inches (23 and 41 centimeters).
Cons
  • With StandStand, there is no additional surface workspace at standing height, only enough room for the laptop.
  • It only features one working surface for desk space, which means either your keyboard is going to be too high or your monitor will be too low (unless you have a laptop, in which case your keyboard will still be attached to your monitor).
Readydesk

If you were to take StandStand and turn it into a more permanent stand up desk solution, you would end up with Readydesk, a wooden workspace elevator that comes with two adjustable height shelves.

Readydesk has a work surface wide enough to hold two 27-inch monitors, with an adjustable height to suit most people between five feet, three inches and six feet, three inches (1.5 and 1.8 meters) tall, and even features some built-in cable management.

You can also purchase an additional shelf or a laptop rise if you want additional workspace or need tilting ability to raise your laptop a few inches.

Pros
  • The Readydesk is easily assembled (without tools) and highly adjustable.
  • Quality cross-braces keep the riser from shaking.
  • At $155, Readydesk is still one of the cheaper standing desk converter options.
Cons
  • Readydesk height adjustable standing desk is a semi-permanent standing desk conversion, meaning you likely won’t be switching your desk back and forth between sitting and standing for short periods of time or even on a daily basis.
  • Adjusting the surface height of your keyboard and mouse or monitors means removing an entire shelf, making it slightly more tricky and time-consuming than other adjustable solutions.
Varidesk

Varidesk Pro Plus is one of the most compelling desk conversion kits available today, which is why it’s one of our top picks for the best standing desk converter. This stand-up desk converter boasts excellent desk riser quality and standing height stability for an overall smooth experience for its users and no wobbling. This adjustable standing desk converter is a two-tiered system that adjusts your monitors and keyboard and mouse together, in one swift motion, making it one of the best standing desk converter options for your workstation.

Varidesk Pro Plus comes preassembled and ready to use out of the box. Sit the desk riser on your existing desk, place your monitor or laptop on the top shelf, keyboard and mouse on the lower shelf and raise the desk to one of the preset height settings.

The Varidesk Pro Plus adjustable standing desk converter comes in three different models: 30, 36 and 48. The 30 is meant for a single monitor setup, while the 36 offers a dual monitor setup. The 48 is meant for people up to 6 feet, 1 inch tall and features work surface space for a dual monitor setup, as well as accessories on the top shelf and a keyboard, mouse and tablet on the lower shelf of the steel frame.

Pros
  • The benefits are that this standing desk converter adjusts more easily than other standing conversions, with the entire desktop surface workspace (the top and bottom tiers) moving in tandem. The 30 and 368 have 11 different surface height adjustments, and the 48 features nine height settings for lowering or lifting your workstation.
  • The Varidesk Pro Plus sacrifices very little work area at standing or sitting heights.
  • Varidesk Pro Plus is very sturdy and, depending on the model, can hold between 35 and 45 pounds.
Cons
  • Starting at $295 and going up to $500, Varidesk Pro Plus is one of the more expensive stand desk conversions around.
Ergotron

The Ergotron WorkFit-T and the Varidesk Pro Plus are direct competitors. The WorkFit-T has a similar design with comparable features and variations. The major difference between the WorkFit-T and Varidesk Pro Plus is that the WorkFit-T moves vertically, whereas the Varidesk shifts outward (toward users) when raised. If space is a tight squeeze, the minimalist WorkFit-T may be a better fit.

Pros
  • The Ergotron WorkFit-T adjusts vertically with the press of two buttons, and it has 15 inches of vertical adjustment.
  • This standing desk converter ships preassembled and ready to use out of the box.
  • Unlike the Varidesk Pro Plus, the surface height adjustment on this uplift desk is entirely vertical with no lateral movement.
  • The Ergotron WorkFit-T holds up to 35 pounds and features a fair amount of workspace at standing or sitting height. The updated model, WorkFit-TL, has a weight capacity of up to 40 pounds and adds a few inches in all dimensions, offering slightly more monitor and keyboard space than the T model.
Cons
  • The WorkFit-T sells for $389 and the WorkFit-TL can be purchased for $399 from ErgoDirect, making it even more expensive than the similar Varidesk Pro Plus.
WorkEZ

WorkEZ is the middle ground between Varidesk Pro Plus and StandStand. This adjustable sit stand desk provides a smooth, small and lightweight conversion that can be easily installed or removed, but it’s also highly adjustable and has a keyboard tray.

WorkEZ features three pieces: the laptop or monitor mount, a separate keyboard tray and a detachable mouse pad. The laptop and monitor riser can be adjusted to virtually any angle and up to an adjustable height of 18 inches above the existing desk height. The laptop stand, keyboard tray and mouse pad are all independently adjustable, making it one of the most customizable conversions available.

Pros
  • At $100, the WorkEZ Standing Desk is adequately priced between the StandStand and Varidesk Pro Plus.
  • It is easily added or removed from a traditional desk surface, making the height adjustable desk ideal for both sitting and standing.
  • With individual desktop surface adjustments for the laptop or monitor, keyboard and trackpad angle and height, it’s easily the most customizable sit stand workstation, with plenty of adjustable conversions offered.
Cons
  • The downside is that the WorkEZ is not the most smooth and stable stand up conversion option.
  • Like the StandStand, the WorkEZ features no additional workspace at standing height.
  • WorkEZ only fits one monitor or a laptop, and it can only hold up to approximately 13 pounds. If you have an additional monitor or a heavy duty monitor that exceeds that weight limit, you’ll need something like LIFT.

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We also offer every desk accessory you could need to allow you to work in perfect ergonomic comfort with a unique style that is all your own. Our experts have carefully selected, tested, and even designed accessories for each desk type. These accessories are available for your convenience as options as you build your UPLIFT Desk on our website. You can even add a desk treadmill to help you get even more active during your work day!

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