FLEXISPOT Standing Desk Electric Height Adjustable Desk 48 x 24 Inches Sit Stand Desk Home Office Desk Whole-Piece Desk Board (Black Frame + 48 in Black Top)

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For anyone not wanting to rely on electric components to keep their standing desk operating, the Vivo Height Adjustable standing desk is a good choice. You can move the desk from 27.6 inches all the way up to 46.2 inches high by turning the hand crank. This presents a minor inconvenience if you need to move the desk from standing to sitting frequently throughout the day, but may be worth the price tag if you only change it occasionally. While published research is conflicted on how standing desks improve your focus and productivity throughout the day, and how often you need to stand to reap any benefits, a 2016 case study discovered some immediate reported benefits from those at a desk during the workday. The best productivity boost was enjoyed by those who frequently alternated sitting and standing throughout the day, with a reported 50% boost in productivity in six months.

Height: Standing desks have a minimum and maximum height, which is important if you happen to be taller than average. Most desks will easily accommodate a person up to 6 feet tall, but if you’re taller than 6 feet, you’ll need to pay closer attention to the maximum height of the desk. To find how tall you need your standing desk to be, measure from the ground up to your elbow. For maximum comfort, you may need to go a little up or down, but elbow height is a great starting point. Types: There are many different types of standing desks, with the broadest categories including electric or manual desks. Electric desks use a motor to move from standing to sitting heights, and can even save you preferred heights so you can return to your preferred position with a push of a button. These models are often more expensive and risk the possibility of motor malfunction, making the desk unusable. Manual desks tend to be more budget-friendly and rely on either a crank, pneumatic levers, or twistable bolts to raise and lower the desk height. Manual desks take longer to switch between heights but can be more cost-effective and don’t rely on electronics to move. Electronic vs. manual : Ease of adjustability is key, and for the most part, our experts found electronic operation easier than manual. Though you can find some manually operated standing desks at a great value, we believe that being able to adjust your desk height with the press of a button makes you more likely to alternate between sitting and standing. “If you're looking to make a long-term investment in a standing desk, I'd suggest choosing one that is easily adjustable in height and within your budget. This allows you more flexibility with how you use it,” Kadar says. “The amount of time we spend in certain postures can create wear and tear on our joints and lead to pain and tension down the road.” That’s why it's important to be able to easily adjust your desk as well as your posture.I’m a product reviewer and writer with six years’ experience covering appliances and home goods. My work has appeared on The Spruce, MyDomaine and U.S. News and World Report. During my time as a writer, I’ve always worked from home. As a result, I’ve used everything from a kitchen table to a music stand as a desk (I don’t recommend the latter). Most recently, I’ve been using a manual standing desk but find the process of raising and lowering the desk to be cumbersome.

It weighs over 100 pounds and may require at least two people to move. Additionally, some of the surfaces are not entirely smooth, which may be inconvenient if you’re using the desk for writing or drawing. Overall, the desk felt well-built, the soft-touch keypad was easy to use, and I had no functional complaints about the desk’s height settings or adjustability. It just didn’t do enough to justify its price tag or distinguish itself from similar options.

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Dimensions: 48 x 27 inches, 60 x 27 inches, 72 x 30 inches | Height Range: 25.5 inches (minimum); 51 inches (maximum) | Memory Settings: 4 | Motor: Dual | Weight Capacity: 350 pounds | Warranty: 5 years (desktop); 15 years (frame, mechanical parts, motors, and electrical components)

Before buying a standing desk, you should first ask yourself a few questions: Is a standing desk really what I'm looking for? Will I find it comfortable to stand for several hours, or will I be inclined to sit down frequently? If you already own a home office desk, experts suggest considering a standing desk converter first. “You can buy laptop stands that retrofit your existing desk to standing height and allow you to trial standing while working,” Kadar says. The advantage of a programmable controller is one-touch convenience. When you adjust from sitting to standing or vice versa, you simply push your stored height setting, and the desk automatically raises or lowers—rather than making you manually adjust the desk and fine tune the position each time. This also comes in handy if you share the desk; two users can each save one or two height settings (depending on how many memory settings are available). Accessories The top is a solid surface, which is ideal if you use the desk for writing or drawing. It only has a carrying capacity of 88 pounds, so don’t expect to use this desk to hold heavy equipment and books, but it’s perfect for anyone who needs a solid surface with minimal storage. It's Worth NotingThe Seville Classics Airlift Electric Standing Desk impressed me with its slim, compact footprint, unique glass desktop and easy assembly. It’s one of the smaller options I tested, so I recommend this desk to anyone who has limited square footage in their home office.