10 Best Standing Desks [Tested and Reviewed]

The Jarvis Bamboo Standing Desk 100305692 from Herman Miller is appealing with its bamboo table. It's a product that touts improving the quality of work and workspace with its high-quality design.

In our adjustment tests, this model won high praise for its memory function, which can be set in four patterns. There's also a numerical display, so it's easy to make fine adjustments. The fact that you don't need to adjust it each time you use it is appealing. The lift speed allows for about a 0.7 in. rise per second with a 66 lbs. load, which is relatively fast.

The stability during lifting and lowering is high, and it's unlikely that items will fall due to shaking. It's also stable while being used. One of our testers reported, "Even if I put force onto it, it doesn't shake and I was able to work stably." It can be said that even people who do detailed work on the desk can use it without any problems.

Also, the obstacle detection function of this product is highly rated for considering safety. Although there is no cable tray, there are two outlet ports, so the desk will look neat. This product is perfect for those who want to buy an overall well-balanced standing desk.

Autonomous' SmartDesk Pro uses an upgraded electric dual motor.

This model rated highly in our testing of the ease of height adjustment, with its very simple and satisfying switch between standing and sitting positions. The memory function includes four patterns, the numerical notation is easy to understand, and the convenience of one-push operation is appealing. It also has an obstacle-detection function, allowing it to be used safely even in cluttered surroundings. However, it does not come with a lock function, so some caution might be needed in households with children.

The lift speed is 0.5 in. per second with a load of 66 lbs., making its adjustment faster than other models. While there is no cable tray, there are built-in outlets, so it can prevent cables from cluttering the desk.

While the stability during raising and lowering is high, the desk tends to sway somewhat during operation, which lowers its stability ratings while working. Some of our testers commented "It's not something that hinders work, but it's noticeable." It is safe to say that those who do delicate work should avoid using this.

Marsail's Electric Standing Desk with Storage Bag has received CARB certification, which claims to significantly reduce formaldehyde and other VOC emissions.

The lifting speed is fast, capable of lifting 66 lbs. of luggage at a rate of 0.8 in. per second, making it ideal for people who frequently need to lift. In our examination of the effort involved with the lift, it received high praise for having four memory patterns and smooth button operation. Since it doesn't require specific adjustments every time you stand or sit, it is a user-friendly, hassle-free product.

There is minimal vibration when it is raised or lowered, giving the impression that there is less worry about loose items falling or spilling off the desk. However, some of our testers noted slight swaying from side to side during operation, indicating that it's best to avoid delicate work on the desk. 

Furthermore, since there is no lock function or obstacle detection function, in households with children, you should make sure to raise the top high when not in use to prevent accidents. On the other hand, while there is no cable tray, it has two power outlets, so there is less likelihood of cables cluttering the top of the desk.

The feature of being able to save three different heights with just the push of a button, along with an easy-to-understand digital display earned this model high marks for easy adjustment. The lifting speed is also fast, even with a load of 66 lbs. placed on it, it can rise and fall 0.9 in. per second. It can be used stress-free for people who frequently adjust height during long hours of work.

The stability during height adjustment is high. However, slight shakes are noticeable when working at the desk. One tester commented, "There is no problem with the work, but when you get into a posture where you put your body weight like leaning on your elbow, the tabletop shakes."

The lack of a lock function and obstacle detection feature did not score well in the evaluation of its misoperation prevention features. In particular, families with children need to be careful to prevent potential accidents. As for cable management, there are no trays or socket outlets.

It received high marks in our tests for ease of adjustment. There are four patterns of memory function, the numerical display is easy to understand, and it's simple to operate using the touch panel buttons. Furthermore, it has a lock function and an obstacle detection function, showing that safety considerations are an appealing feature.

Also, a cable tray is provided, making it easy to cut down on clutter. However, the lifting speed is somewhat slow, raising 0.5 in. per second when a 66 lbs. object is placed on it. This might be a source of stress for those who frequently adjust their height.

In addition, while it has high stability during ascent and descent, it did not receive high marks for stability during use. It was noticeable that adding weight caused lateral shaking. One of our testers noted, "It's not very stable and tends to wobble a bit when force is applied." Therefore, it is probably best avoided by those who do finer work at their desks.

This model can be adjusted with one touch. Equipped with four patterns of memory function, and a numerical display that is easy to understand, this model is hassle-free when adjusting. It comes with a cable tray and outlet, making wiring easy and minimizing the chance for cables to be scattered.

The stability during elevation is high, so there isn't much worry about loose items on the desk falling or spilling. However, there was feedback from one of our testers, noting " a slight shaking while typing, which can be distracting" regarding the stability during work.

Additionally, with a load of 66 lbs., the speed of ascent/descent is somewhat slow at 0.5 in. per second. Furthermore, because there's no lock feature or obstacle detection feature, there is a concern about accidents or damage in case of unexpected events. For households with children, we recommend raising the top-up when not in use so that the control buttons are out of reach.

Vari's Electric Standing Desk 400803 is made with a durable laminate and has beveled edges.

It received high praise for its stability during lifting and lowering in the adjustment test. Our testers noted that "no matter what position you're working in, or even if you adjust the height, it's resistant to shaking".

While it lacks an obstacle detection function, the presence of a lock function is appealing. You can lock it by holding it down for about 8 seconds. Moreover, during the ascension and descending speed test, it moved 0.6 in. per second with a load of 66 lbs. on it, which is slightly faster than most models. This model is less likely to cause stress for people who need to frequently raise and lower it.

However, this model received lower ratings for its ease of adjustment. Although there are four patterns in the memory function, there is no number display, making it difficult to easily remember what setting it’s on. Fine-tuning these settings might be a bit troublesome. There is no cable tray or power outlet, making cable management difficult. 

The Solo Sit-to-Stand Desk from Steel Case features a lever at your fingertips that allows you to easily move the desk up and down.

Its high stability during operation minimizes shaking while adjusting. Even when working on a standalone computer monitor, it's hard to feel any shaking, and there is a sense of stability even when applying some body weight. The stability during height adjustment is also high, so there is little worry about spilling drinks even when placed on the desk.

The ascending and descending speed, with a 66 lbs. load, is somewhat slow at 0.6 in. per second. This could be stressful for those who want to frequently raise and lower it. Also, as it does not come with lock or obstacle-detection functions, you should be cautious with children or pets near this model.

The lack of a memory function and numeric display for this model can be inconvenient, taking more effort to adjust the desk height and making it unsuitable for those who prefer simplicity. There is also no cable tray or power outlet, which makes the wiring prone to disorder. This model requires you to come up with your own ways to keep wires organized.

IKEA's BEKANT 490.225.38 is finished in melamine and is advertised as sturdy, resistant to dirt, and easy to maintain.

This model is stable both during work and when adjusting the height. One tester noted “Even if you move your body slightly while working, it didn't shake at all". With its high stability, there's not much worry about items on the desk falling off during height adjustment, even if a lot is placed on it.

The cable tray makes wire management easy and makes for easier cleaning. Additionally, it has a lock function to prevent accidents caused by mishandling, making it suitable for households with children.

On the other hand, it received low marks for its ease of adjustment. The lack of memory function and numerical display is also a drawback, as it requires specific adjustment each time it is used. This might be stressful for those who frequently adjust the height while working.

The stability during ascent and descent is high, however, there's a slight wobble during operation, with our testers noting a slight swaying from left to right. Although it does not have a lock function, it has an appealing obstacle detection feature. Because it can automatically adjust its height when it hits an obstacle, it's likely to be.

While there isn't a cable tray, the presence of an outlet prevents the desk's surface from getting cluttered with cables. There's no memory function or numeric display, and adjustments have to be made using a button, which hinders height adjustment and takes longer than other models.

The lifting and lowering speed, at 0.2 in. per second with 66 lbs. of luggage loaded, is slower than other products. For those who repeatedly lift and lower throughout long hours of work, there's a high chance that it could become stressful, so it might be better to avoid this model.