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1. A FlexiSpot electric standing desk to really ~elevate~ your WFH setup if you're tired of sitting for SO. LONG. With just the push of a button, it'll raise itself up — and since you can save up to four preset heights, you can literally hit the button, walk away to get a coffee refill, and come back to your desk all ready to go for a standing work sesh.
I have a FlexiSpot electric standing desk at home (this one, specifically) and love it — it's a great brand, and mine hasn't given me any issues over the past few years.
Promising reviews: "This desk is a lifesaver. It's sleek, solid, and lifts and lowers with ease. It will be the perfect addition to your workspace." —Rebecca Jeanette
"After assembling it, I am thrilled I chose this desk. With a button press, I can raise and lower it to appropriate heights for comfortably sitting or standing (I'm 5'10"). The material itself is very sturdy. There are NO drawers, which, after 20 years of having the other home desk and having desks at work, I realized that drawers do nothing more than collect and store junk. Can't do that with this desk as this desk encourages minimalism and storing that junk somewhere else." —David Taylor
Get it from Amazon for $174.68+ (available in five sizes and 10 styles).
2. An SHW electric standing desk proving you don't need to shell out hundreds of dollars for a reliable, spacious standing desk — it's backed by over 15,000 5-star ratings. It has four memory presets, so you can save your standing position and sitting position and share it with another person, too!
Promising review: "I have no words for this desk. I've been on Amazon and have never written a review, but I feel that this desk deserves it. 1) Some of the best instructions I've ever seen from a put-it-together-yourself piece. 2) Easy to assemble with clearly written instructions. It took my wife and I an hour and 20 minutes, but that was with drinks and a phone call, so maybe an hour? 3) I cannot overstate the 'cool factor.' Press a button and see it rise. Press a button and watch it lower. It's awesome! 4) I currently have my work laptop, two 26-inch monitors, and my personal laptop on top, and there is room left over. 5) Some people are complaining about a seam. Yes, there is one, but who cares? Not noticeable at all. Do not hesitate to buy. Great desk, great price, great quality." —Christopher L. Noe
Get it from Amazon for $149.87+ (available in seven colors and four sizes).
3. A thoughtfully designed electric standing desk offering a convenient 3-inch-high storage drawer underneath for stashing work supplies, plus two hooks for holding headphones and four lockable wheels in case you need to move it around. It even has two cable pass-through grommets to aid your organization efforts!
Promising review: "Bought this desk for my wife. Working from home and using the dining room table gives her back and neck pain. The desk was very easy to put together (took approximately 30 minutes). With only one motor, movement is smooth. Easy to program settings. I would not put anything very heavy in the drawer, but it’s very handy and my wife loves it. The USB for phone cord on the controller switch is a great idea! So far she really likes it. There is enough room for the cat to lounge as well as ride up when the wife needs to stand. Wasn’t clear that the top of the desk is in two parts, but wife doesn’t seem to care. It has four memory settings, which is nice." —SCrisp
Get it from Amazon for $127.49+ (available in four sizes and in five colors).
4. A corner standing desk that'll help you maximize your office space with its L-shaped design; plus, it comes with a stand you can use to raise your monitor or laptop to eye level for even more ergonomic benefits (or just use it as a storage shelf).
BTW, you can read more about how to set up your ergonomic workstation (including what height your screen should be at and how often to take standing breaks) at Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review: "I've come close to buying a stand-up desk for some time, and nearly pulled the trigger on several costing three to four times this amount: So glad I waited! First, the packaging was impeccable and everything was in perfect shape. All pilot holes were perfectly drilled, everything lined up properly, and I was done in about an hour. I saw a few reviews mentioning stability concerns, but I have no worries now that I've assembled mine. It is very solid (actually, better than I expected). It is plenty sturdy for my use with two (slightly older/heavier) monitors, a laptop and some accessories. I was very pleased that the kit included some basic cable management and the monitor stand was a surprise 'freebie' (I didn't realize it was included). It's SO COOL hitting the button and working in stand-up mode when I want to...which gets me off my tail throughout the workday. The motor works perfectly, and can be set to save a high and low preference. All in all, I'm still shocked I got this for a couple hundred bucks!" —J.R. Magallanes
Get it from Amazon for $249.99 (available in two colors).
5. Or a Banti standing desk with a full-length shelf that might be ideal if you have a dual-monitor (or monitor + laptop) setup. Plus, with its added drawers and cubbies, you can stash papers, pens, and other supplies out of sight to keep your workspace looking tidy.
Promising review: "I work remotely and decided to take the plunge and get a sit-to-stand desk. I couldn't be happier! This desk fits my space perfectly. It was a very reasonable price and looks great. Good quality and well crafted. Has some decent storage; I opted for the glass top one because it had some additional little storage areas, and the hydraulic mechanism functions great. It even arrived a week early! So glad I made this purchase." —Ashley Romele
Get it from Amazon for $179.99+ (available in four sizes, seven colors, and three styles).
6. A manual standing desk that's under $100 because unlike the pricier electric models, you just use the crank lever on the side to lift and lower it. Sometimes simple is best!
Promising review: "This desk surpassed my expectations. For the money, I was expecting it to have at least a couple of problems. So far I've had none. Assembly was super easy and took only about 30 minutes tops. The crank smoothly raises and lowers the desk, despite the desktop being quite full of things, i.e. monitor, laptop, etc. To top it off, the desk itself is beautiful and looks like a much more expensive desk than what it really is. So glad I saved some money by going with this crank version rather than a motorized model which would have been much more pricey and, certainly, much harder to assemble." —Brett
Get it from Amazon for $99.99 (available in five finishes).
7. Or a spacious manual option offering plenty of desktop real estate if you're more concerned about whether your different monitors, laptop, keyboard, mouse pad, Stanley cup, and cute desk decor will all fit comfortably. With its simple crank system, it'll lift all those essentials up with you during standing breaks!
This is designed with a slightly curved top measuring 31 inches deep at each end and 28 inches at its shortest point in the center. Length-wise, it measures a whopping 63 inches!
Promising review: "This desk has abundant work space for me. I have my laptop, an external wired keyboard, a second monitor, and a desk lamp on here, and I still have plenty of room on each side for papers, notepads, cell phone charging, and snacks. It's deep enough for front to rear that I can keep all my cords out of the way, too. Assembly was super easy, and it's pretty sturdy, enough for me to lean on when I'm standing and need to give my lower back a little rest. The use of the hand crank is very easy, and it takes me about 25 cranks to go from the seated height to standing. Once it's at the height I need, the crank also folds neatly out of the way under the edge of the desk." —RoamTogether
Get it from Amazon for $219.99+ (available in eight colors).
8. A foldaway option that's super portable (it's on wheels!) and small-space friendly, since it can fold down in seconds and go into storage when you're not using it. It also has a built-in tablet spot!
Promising review: "OMG I absolutely love this adjustable standing desk. It fits my needs; I can sit or stand throughout the day. The desk lifts easily, it folds for easy moving, it comes with legs or wheels, nice color choices too. I went with the black. Great buy!" —Ang
Get it from Wayfair for $111.99 (originally $279.99).
9. A height-adjustable desk cart so you can take that important call from the quiet of your office, then roll right onto the back porch to soak in the sun while answering emails. You can get a flat-top version or one that tilts toward you with a stopper ledge, which might be more comfortable while using your laptop or looking down at documents.
Promising review: "I wanted a small, sturdy, and portable desk to do my schoolwork. I tried a few different ones, and this one is perfect! It's easy to assemble and is height-adjustable. It's light enough for me to move it to any room that I want to work in. I love it! The price was perfect, too." —Patty
Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in five colors and five styles).
10. Or a tiered rolling option — the front and back of the desk can be set at two different heights, so you could put your monitor on the upper level and a keyboard or laptop on the lower one. The lockable rolling casters mean you can pull it to the couch and lower it when you're ready to relax — I mean, work with Netflix on in the background.
The upper desktop can be raised up to 49 inches tall, while the lower desktop can be adjusted up to 44 inches tall.
Promising review: "Needed a cheap-ish, sturdy, mobile standing desk for when I have to edit photos for hours at a time. This one definitely exceeded my expectations! I love how tall this one extends compared to others. I’m able to raise it all the way up to my shoulders but keep it at about elbow height. With others, you still have to bend down a bit, but not with this one! It’s very sturdy but lightweight. The locking mechanism on the wheels really comes in clutch as well. Assembly was also a breeze. I will be recommending this desk to everyone!" —Hunter
Get it from Amazon or Target for $62.99+ (available in three colors).
11. An adjustable standing desk converter if you're not sure you want to go all-in on a new desk but still want to reap the benefits. With this, you can still easily take standing breaks throughout the day while working, and when you're sitting, it functions as a regular monitor stand so you can set your screen at eye level.
Promising review: "It is a lifesaver. If you can't fit or afford a full sit-stand desk, this unit has been going up and down a few times a day for 6 months strong. Also if you think you will be standing for more than a couple of hours a day, I assure you no. That's why the manual system is great — whenever you are tired, just grab the handle and place it down quick, it doesn't require thinking or waiting." —Dave
Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in five sizes and three colors).
12. Or a compact adjustable laptop stand that turns *any* surface into a standing desk, so as far as portability and versatility, it doesn't get much better. No more crouching over the kitchen counter!
It fits laptops from 10 to 17 inches!
Promising reviews: "This is a great laptop stand. And it is very secure and the perfect height. I really like the option for using it as a standing desk!" —Tim
"I’ve tried so many similar products that wobble around. Even though I’m sure they’re steady, when your laptop is bouncing around a foot off the table, it’s a little disconcerting. Nulaxy did a great job of making this laptop stand 100% stable. It may not move with a fluid motion, but that adds to the stability that it offers." —Bil Moore
Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in four colors).
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