The Best Budget Standing Desks
The Best Standing Desk for Your Budget
You’ve done the research, and you’re in the know about the many benefits standing desks offer for your health and productivity.
Now that you’re ready to stand while you work, the next step is picking the best standing desk for you. For many of us, budget plays a big role in the decision-making process…but we know it’s never a good idea to get a cheap standing desk.
To help you find a great desk without breaking the bank, we’ve provided a handy overview of stand up desks and standing desk converters, organized by price range.
Stand Up Desk Price Guide
Under $100
- Manual Adjustable Single Column Laptop Stand
If you want a freestanding stand up desk, this is your most cost-effective option. The bare bones design gives you a thumb screw height adjustment, a compact footprint, and wheels for mobility.
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$100 - $199
- Manual Adjustable Standing Desks
If you need a full-sized, stand-alone stand up desk, a manual adjustable model is the least expensive choice. You can set the height (typically in 1” increments) to your preference at the time of assembly. To quickly alternate between sitting and standing, the use of a standing desk chair is a great addition.
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- Pneumatic Standing Desk Converters
If you plan to keep your existing desk, and also want to quickly alternate between sitting and standing, a pneumatic sit stand desk converter is a great choice. It raises and lowers in moments with the easy pull of a lever. Choose from single-tier models (great for laptops) and two-tier models (which are optimized for use with additional monitors, as well as a separate keyboard and mouse).
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$200 to $349
- Crank Adjustable Standing Desks
A crank adjustable standing desk is the least expensive option if you want to raise and lower the desk over the course of your workday. In addition to the value and simplicity of a hand crank, this design also offers a substantial weight capacity that exceeds 150 pounds.
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- Electric Adjustable Standing Desk Converters
Offering a step up from the pneumatic models, an electric adjustable standing desk converter lets you raise and lower your workspace with the touch of a button.
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$350 - $499
- Pneumatic Adjustable Standing Desks
The advantage of a pneumatic adjustable standing desk is speed. With the easy pull of a lever, you can raise and lower it in seconds. The tradeoff is that you lose weight capacity relative to the crank operated and electric adjust models.
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- Electric Adjustable Standing Desks
For a top-of-the-line full-sized height adjustable desk, choose an electric model. It raises and lowers with the push of a button, can be programmed to remember your favorite settings, and offers plenty of weight capacity. For maximum capacity, exceeding 200 pounds, a dual motor electric model is the way to go.
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$500 - $1,199
- Crank Adjustable Standing Desk Bundles
Some people just want to make a single purchase and get everything they need right out of the box (things like storage, seating, floor mat, and a privacy panel). If this describes you, a desk bundle is worth a look. The crank adjustable standing desk bundles come in “Starter,” “Standard,” and “Deluxe” versions depending on how many accessories you require.
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- Electric Adjustable Standing Desk Bundles
The electric adjustable standing desk bundles also come in “Starter,” “Standard,” and “Deluxe” versions, but upgrade the crank adjusted stand up desk to a dual motor electric model.
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- Artisan Grove™ Reclaimed Wood Standing Desks
For the ultimate height adjustable standing desk, the only choice is an Artisan Grove™ Reclaimed Wood Standing Desk. Starting with our top-of-the-line dual motor electric standing desk frame, we mate it to a handcrafted, USA-made top made entirely of reclaimed wood. The end result is an heirloom piece that will provide lasting beauty for decades to come.
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To get the most out of your choice, we also suggest installing one of Stand Up Desk Store’s many office storage and desk organizer options, such as our mobile file cabinet or pencil drawer. In addition, our desk power strips help keep cords under control. And to conveniently alternate between standing a sitting, a standing desk chair is a great addition.
We hope this helps you find the best standing des
