If your standing desk research has left you with a case of paralysis by analysis, don’t worry… we’re going to make this easy!
First off, you’re not alone! With so many options available (and each one trying to tell you why they are the “best”), it’s no wonder that people get overwhelmed or frustrated. We can’t let that happen.
Our mission is to help 1 million people find better health and happiness by getting them out of their chair - and if you’re overwhelmed, you’re unlikely to take action and buy the stand up desk that you need. So we’re not going to discuss the dozens of standing desk benefits on this page, because you’ve likely read or heard plenty of that. Instead, we have 2 simple goals.
Let’s get started, and explore the types of standing desks you need to be familiar with.
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The term “Standing Desk” is often used interchangeably with standing desk converters, so it’s important that we share this option right off the bat to avoid any confusion. Standing desk converters are a fairly recent innovation, and were made popular by Varidesk. These converters sit on top of your current desk, “converting” them into a sit to stand desk. They’re inexpensive, easy to set up, and a great option for anyone looking for a fast and simple way to start standing at work.
Pros: Affordable, Easy to set up, Fastest way to start standing
Cons: Less height-adjustable work space
Now we’re onto the true height adjustable standing desks, where the entire surface adjusts from sitting to standing. A vast majority of sit to stand desks used today are electric, and with good reason: the obvious benefit of using an electric desk is that you don’t have to do any manual lifting. If you purchase a desk with a memory controller, they also remember your favorite settings, and adjust there with the simple push of a button. How nice is that?! However, there are some drawbacks, such as the need for local power, immobility, and speed.
Pros: No lifting required, 1-touch adjustment (if memory controller)
Cons: Needs to be located near an outlet, Slow to adjust
We generally don’t recommend the use of crank stand up desks, in most circumstances. They are slow and take quite a bit of effort to adjust, which usually means that the user is less likely to move between sitting and standing… which defeats the whole purpose of the desk! On the other hand, they can serve well in a couple of circumstances: 1- when the budget is REALLY tight, and 2- when access to power is an issue (although we would recommend using a pneumatic standing desk, if possible). For example, if you would like a sit to stand desk for a flexible classroom layout, the crank style might be perfect.
Pros: Cheap, Don’t require power
Cons: Slow to adjust, Cumbersome to adjust, Disincentivize movement
These desks are our favorite style of standing desks, because they adjust so quickly! A pneumatic stand up desk is lifted manually, but with the help of a counter balance that makes adjustment almost effortless. The user can simply depress a handle (much like a desk riser) and then move the desk surface up and down (without any power), as if it were weightless. The speed of adjustment is important, because it encourages more movement between sitting and standing than the other styles of stand up desk (electric or crank).
Pros: Fast and easy to adjust, No power needed
Cons: Expensive (and the lower cost versions don’t always work as well)
There’s no mystery to what you’ll find here, but it’s worth noting that we recommend avoiding some of the lower cost options when purchasing an L-shaped standing desk. Many L-shaped stand up desks require that 3 legs all work in sync with one another, and if those motors fall out of sync in any way, it can permanently damage your desk. We highly recommend spending the money on a quality brand (like iMovR).
We understand that budget often plays a big part in the shopping process, so we’ve put this collection together to lay out some of our lower cost options. As you would expect, these desks often come with a down-side, and generally don’t offer the same lasting quality as our top brands (like Focal, iMovR or Vivistand). But they do accomplish mission #1: less sitting and more standing!
No tools required. This high quality sit-stand desk snaps together in minutes, and comes with an advanced paddle control and blue-tooth adjustability.
The latest innovation to hit the sit to stand industry, these desks incorporate a unique leaning seat to keep you active while sitting AND standing.
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I did research for months when trying to find a standing desk to fit my employees' needs. Some were too bulky, overpriced with little to no customer service support- but then I found Standing Desk Nation. Not only did they personally help me find the right desk for our needs, but they continued to offer support even after we purchased. I recommend Standing Desk Nation to anyone who is looking for an office upgrade. Great company with great products. We did one large order to start, but continue to come back because they really are the best in the business.
Standing Desk Nation is awesome. The customer service response I've had was better than any other company response. From getting the questions I had before purchasing my Ergotech Freedom Desk 42 answered before I ordered to dealing with a damaged replacement product, Standing Desk Nation personnel have been quick to respond and take action! Our business will definitely consider them first for any future products they carry. I could not be happier with the desk I ordered. Love it.
I love my Flexispot 47 inch standing desk converter! I haven't sat down since i got it! Super Quality, Super easy to install, Super easy to lower/raise! I am so happy with my purchase! Brian and Jaki were awesome to work with, friendly and knowledgeable about the product! I would highly recommend this company to anyone. TRUST me, you'll be SUPER SATISFIED!
I love my new adjustable desk riser!! I'm in my 60's and it has literally saved me from an aching back and neck from sitting all day. It may even have saved my life! Thank you!
I am enjoying using my stand up desk. I stand all day Monday through Friday and I feel more productive. The desk top has ample work space. The surface is very nice to work on. Unfortunately, my initial purchased desk was delivered with some flaws. I was disappointed. However, Brian and Standing Desk Nation stood behind their product. They sent a replacement desk that was in new condition and pay for the return shipping of the initial desk. I was most relieved as to me it was an expensive purchase.
I would recommend the product and Standing Desk Nation. Great product and great customer service!
We recently purchased 30 of these desks and our employees are very happy with them! Very easy to assemble...you literally take it out of the box and put it on your desk. The customer service is also excellent! Brian at Standing Desk Nation was very responsive to my questions and made the whole process very easy for us. I would highly recommend the ZipLift and Standing Desk Nation!
I purchased both the Flexispot Wellness Mat and the Vivo Compact Height Adjustable Standing Desk. I love them both and they have made a huge difference for me by helping to avoid back and hip stress from sitting at my computer! The team at Standing Desk Nation helped me immensely. They asked me to send pictures of my existing desk and measurements so that they could recommend the best compact desk for me. It is all a perfect fit. Thanks Brian and team!!
The desk is great. It definitely makes a long day at the desk a better experience. I experienced some difficulty with the keyboard tray due to my improper installation and Brian and his staff could not have been more helpful in dealing with my problem. They went above and beyond.
