The best standing desks for 2026

I tested the Seville Classics Airlift Height Adjustable Desk with Glass Top, the Seville Classics Airlift Pro S3 Electric Adjustable Standing Desk (no longer available), Steelcase Solo Sit-to-Stand Deskon Height adjustable Fezibo electric standing desk with double draweron Grovemade desk and on FlexiSpot E7 Probut they didn’t make the cut.

Another one we tested that made the list but has since been replaced is the branch desk. All materials feel premium with a weight that only comes from good engineering. It was easy to put together and only took about 30 minutes by myself, although I think if I had two people it would cut it down significantly. It was also extremely well packaged – something Branch does with all of their products – so it was in top shape once I got it all together. The Branch desk can memorize four separate heights and has a convenient cable door at the back to keep your desk clean and tidy. While it was a great choice, it’s now been replaced by the Tria, which we haven’t tested yet.

The glass-topped Airlift came close to earning a spot above. This is a beautiful, sturdy desk at a mid-range price that would make a great addition to a modern workspace. It also features a small central drawer to store essentials. Unfortunately, its built-in touchscreen wasn’t very responsive, and the two USB-A ports, while theoretically a nice tech feature, are outdated for most phones and tablets today.

Another close contender for a spot on the list was the FlexiSpot E7 Pro (also available in the UK). A desk is a great size for a small space that can be very hard to find. The quality of the desktop and mechanical parts of the desk are great. It goes up quickly and quietly and looks very good. FlexiSpot has put a lot of thought into cable management and covering cable clutter. FlexiSpot also added a spot for USB-C charging on the controller. However, the controller isn’t as up-to-date as some of the other desks we’ve tested; it’s made of plastic that doesn’t feel very durable and doesn’t stop as quickly as some of the other models. In assembly, the hardware was difficult to work with, even when using a drill; also, not all desk holes are pre-drilled, increasing the risk of drilling through the top of the desk. This competed with the Branch Standing Desk for best small desk, and the build experience and remote quality of the Branch desk beat out the FlexiSpot E7 Pro.

The Airlift Pro S3 was a decent desk, but it was a bit more difficult to install than others in its size and had a cheaper-looking finish than the overall winner for best standing desk (the Uplift V3 Standing Desk).

The Steelcase Solo desk was surprisingly easy to set up for its size. Instead of using screws to mount the legs, they simply lock into place. The desk is sturdy, looks good and is quiet when lifting and lowering.

The Fezibo model intrigued me because of the built-in storage, but I found this model more difficult to assemble than many others. Still, it’s a reasonable option if you want storage compartments integrated into your desk and two levels: one to hold your monitor and the other to hold your keyboard and related accessories.

The Grovemade desk I received had some mechanical faults. Although the team was great about fixing this and working with me on it, it meant having to take the desk apart in half and put it back together again. After changing the legs, the lift function was noisier and a bit clumsier than others we’ve tested. The cable management and craftsmanship are fantastic, and the drawer allows you to keep your desktop clean while many standing desks don’t offer this. While the price of the Grovemade Desk probably reflects the great care they put into handcrafting the desks, compared to other desks on this list, you can get great quality options for a lot less money.

As always, consider your specific needs before purchasing a sit-stand desk. Got a lot of space and a higher budget? Consider the Uplift models. The Ikea model is a fantastic medium-sized manual desk at a great price. Regardless of your home setup, one of these models is bound to fit your needs. If you’re not sold on a standing desk, consider a standing desk converter for your existing desk instead.