What is a sit-stand desk?
If you don’t know the principle, a sit-stand desk is exactly what its name suggests, in other words a desk that will allow you to work or play both sitting in your chair and standing.
There are several kinds of sit-stand desks, namely manual and electric.which can change position in seconds to adapt to your height and position, without the need to rearrange everything on your desk.
What are the best sit-stand desks?
Here you will find our personal selection of the best sit-stand desks of the momentwhich correspond to several types of needs and budgets.
Flexispot EC5B
Quite simply one of the best value for money on the current sit-stand desk market, the Flexispot EC5B is a testimony to why the Flexispot brand is today one of the leaders in this type of product.
We have already pointed this out in our in-house test (from the EB2, but which is completely equivalent to the EC5B), but this desk offers remarkable comfort, with a complete control panel that allows you to memorize several positions, with a system of anti-collision which avoids breakage, while the robustness of its board or its support guarantees a long life.
Whether you buy it with or without a board (because after all, you are free to put anything on it), this model is simply the most recommended today.
Flexispot EG1
More accessible while being just as efficient and pleasant, the Flexispot EG1 will also adapt to all your desires and has the most practical integrated accessories, such as a storage space that can act as a mini-drawer for certain types of objects, or even a hook on the side which is ideal for placing your helmet or a bag.
Fezibo
If you have a slightly smaller budget, you can turn to the Fezibo brand which also has a wide choice of desks, including a manual sit-stand desk with a crank, which therefore saves of wires and sockets, which is always convenient for some.
Here, we even have wheels directly included and two hooks on the side, which makes it very practical for everyday use.
Discover the Fezibo manual sit-stand desk
KQUEO
Other popular brands in the industry include KQUEO with its dual-motor sit-stand desks, which can reach up to 130 centimeters in height. Ergonomic and equipped with a control panel with 4 positions to memorize, this desk has convincing assets for those who have a more comfortable budget, and who rely above all on the quality of the materials.
Discover the KQUEO manual sit-stand desk
What are the best high-end sit-stand desks?
For those who have the means and who wish to turn to very high quality sit-stand desks, there are some very recognized brands that give access to high-end products, provided you pay the price.
Jarvis Fully
Jarvis, from Fully, is a bit like the Rolls-Royce of sit-stand desks, with sky-high prices, but also quality to die for. You can hardly do better, and this is undeniably one of the best sit-stand desks in this selection.
the Jarvis Bamboo is the most popular model with an irreproachable design, unbeatable quality materials, a very ample weight support (more than 150 kilos), and a touch control with several positions to save. The must-have is that the site offers to personalize your desk, with an adjustable length, the possibility of putting a depth or not at the level of the seat, a button or not programmable… In short, if you have the price, go -y.
YourDesk
If you want to turn to local companies, you can find what you are looking for at Up & Desk, a French company that is starting to earn an excellent reputation and which competes with other high-end office brands. The YourDesk is their phrase product, with two motors and four positions to memorize, and excellent quality platters.
Why buy a sit-stand desk?
As mentioned at the beginning of this article, the need for a sit-stand desk can arise if you are often glued to your desk, several hours a day.
Even with an excellent office chair, sitting for hours, several days a week, is not necessarily good for your health, even less for the state of your back. The sit-stand desk therefore allows you to change your habits by allowing you to work at your desk while standing, and the simple fact of changing your position regularly allows you to take a little more care of your back.
Sedentariness at work is a real problem, and this phenomenon has increased considerably during the pandemic and the major implementation of telework. There are now millions of people who work at home and who are exposed to posture problems, which can lead to major disturbances in the body, whether overweight or cardiovascular problems.
That’s why it’s important to change your work (or play) space fairly regularly by allowing your body to move, without stopping what you’re doing. It doesn’t seem like much said like that, but on a daily basis, you can avoid many health problems, and thus avoid sessions with the osteopath or physiotherapist. If only for blood circulation, there is nothing better.
Even beyond the whole question of health, having a sit-stand desk makes it possible to meet all the needs and desires according to the space in which it is located, while adapting to all morphologies.
How much does a sit-stand desk cost on average?
Prices vary greatly from one manufacturer to another as you have seen above, but on average, you have to spend around 200 euros to get a fairly solid entry-level sit-stand desk.
If you are looking for quality, with many accessories available and an irreproachable quality of finish (in addition to a better look), you will have to aim more at around 500 or even 600 euros, with recognized brands like Jarvis which offer desks top of the line.
How to choose a sit-stand desk?
To choose a sit-stand desk, First of all, you have to make sure you have enough space. Like any other type of classic desk, you have to make sure to pay attention to the dimensions of the desk (whether those of the support or those of the board) so that it fits perfectly into your room.
But unlike a normal office, you also have to be more careful about the height space you have. For example, if you want to place your desk below a shelf, you will have to be careful that the maximum height of the desk does not pose a problem.
It is important to think in advance about the height of the equipment you are going to put on your desk (like your PC screen), so that nothing comes up against potential obstacles when you want to mount your desk.
Should you choose a manual or electric sit-stand desk?
It all depends on your needs and desires, but both types of models have their pros and cons. Generally, manual sit-stand desks are less expensive than others, which is a strong argument for many people. In addition, you will save yourself the wires that go with it and you will save a place on your sockets around, which is always a win.
Electric sit-stand desks are certainly a little more budget-friendly, but they compensate for this with a non-negligible gain in comfort. Often equipped with control panel, they allow you to change position by pressing a simple button, without the need for further effort. Some even have positions that can be saved, and that we can therefore switch from one to the other according to our needs, to the nearest centimeter, and this as simply as possible.
We are not going to lie to each other, we recommend sit-stand desks instead that have a control panel, given the comfort that these products provide. And let’s be honest, turning a crank can easily discourage you from changing positions.
What are the alternatives to the sit-stand desk?
If you want to work standing up, but you don’t necessarily have the material possibility of having a sit-stand desk, or if these are too expensive for you, there are fortunately alternatives.
For example, there are risers, which can easily be found below the 100 euro mark, which you can simply put on your basic desk and adjust to put, for example, your laptop on it.
Some even have additional mouse support if you ever use an external mouse. This allows you to raise your computer without going through a sit-stand desk, even if the comfort is not quite the same.
We are talking here about converters or workstations. You can find all kinds of them, ranging from a simple riser tray to a more malleable tray, which can support screens.
Why is it important to take a mat in addition?
Have a anti-fatigue mat is almost essential if you want to work standing up. Please note, we are not talking about a simple mat here, but a support mat that will allow you to stay straight in front of your desk, without damaging your back, legs and feet.
When you position yourself while standing facing your desk, it is important to have a solid attachment to the floor as well as a comfortable support to avoid feeling its weight along the length, which would also cause problems for your body.
Having an anti-fatigue mat avoids the feeling of discomfort in the feet while promoting the standing position. We advise you that of Flexispotfor a first price, but you can also turn to the top of the range with the Muvmat Aeris, from Fullywhich offers a mat that stimulates the body and promotes movement without discomfort.
It is indeed the most essential accessory here, even if there are others a little more gadgets, which still make the experience more pleasant.
What accessories should I buy with a sit-stand desk?
When you order a sit-stand desk, the manufacturers will not hesitate to offer you lots of accessories to improve your comfort.
yarn organizer
Whether you opt for an electric or manual sit-stand desk, you will always needa wire organizer for your PC or your various devices. Again, Flexispot has many accessories including this adjustable organizer that allows you to hide all your wires inside and thus have a work or play space that is a little less cluttered.
Drawer under desk
Unlike some more classic desks, sit-stand desks have the disadvantage of not integrating a pantry drawer, at least for the less expensive ones. Flexispot offers a drawer to fix yourself on your board to overcome this defect, with simple installation and maximum security with the presence of a lock.
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