

Some companies sell frames separately from desktops, so customers can buy the frame and then bolt on a desktop of their own choosing. Customization: The best standing desks offer ample customization, allowing you to choose how your desktop looks and how big it is.For peace of mind, manufacturers should offer speedy, reliable support and a long warranty (five or more years). At that price, they should be stable and functional for a decade or more.

Long-term reliability: Most fully adjustable and height-programmable desks cost at least $500.Some desk makers charge more for legs that extend a desk’s height range, and we noted such surcharges in our comparisons. We selected desks to test and recommend based on the two main frame types: those that best fit people under 5-foot-4, which is the average height of women, according to survey data (PDF), and those that best fit people who are over 5-foot-4. Wide height range: Standing desks usually come with two frame height options, to accommodate the varying heights of people.They also made us less likely to switch positions, which, you know, is the whole point. We generally don’t recommend manually adjustable, hand-crank-style standing desks because our testing has shown they can suffer from load-balancing issues. Electronic control: The most convenient and reliable standing desks are those with electronic motors, which raise and lower desks with the touch of a button.
