TechRadar Verdict
The Mount-It Electric Standing Desk is a solid choice for users looking to improve ergonomics and work flexibility with an electric sit-stand desk. However, it may lack premium features like dual motors for higher-end users.
Single motor for seamless height adjustment
Three memory settings for easy customization
Large 55’’ tabletop fits office essentials
Easy-to-use touch control panel
Quiet operation at <55 dB
Only one motor; some competitors offer dual motors
Limited color options
Height adjustment speed may be slow for some users at 0.8”/second
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The Electric Standing Desk from Mount-It is affordable for anyone looking to enjoy the health and ergonomic benefits of a hybrid sit/stand workspace. With a 55-inch wide desktop and an easy-to-use control panel for height adjustment, this desk is well-suited for home and corporate office settings, making it an excellent fit for various work environments.
Mount-It is known for its wide range of accessories, including TV mounts, and monitor arms. The company is even behind one of thebest standing desk converterswe’ve seen. However, what may be less well known is that they also have quality standing desks at a great price. Having tested out all thebest standing desks, I was keen to see how the company’s offering stacks up.
Mount-It ESD: Price and Availability
The Electric Standing Desk from Mount-It is priced at $389.99, making it a fantastic budget desk. It has a lifetime warranty and offers free shipping to the contiguous US. The desk has six different finishes, which fit most office décor and styles.
Mount-It ESD: Unboxing and First Impressions
Upon unboxing, the desk components are neatly packaged and easy to assemble. The assembly process is straightforward, with clear instructions and minimal tools required. Right away, my first impressions were that of a sturdy, well-built desk that feels reliable – despite its single-motor design. The 55” tabletop is spacious enough for a multi-monitor setup and office essentials, though if you are doing two side-by-side horizontal monitors, they may not leave much space on either end. This desk is perfect for a minimal work setup, perhaps just a laptop or a single monitor.
The model I have features a lightwood top and white legs, a sleek color combination that looks good in almost any room I have tried. I go back and forth between preferring a darker or lighter wood, but this light wood and white leg combination is simple, clean, and refreshing.
Mount-It ESD: Design and Build Quality
Height Range:29.3” to 47.5”Tabletop Dimensions:55”W x 29”DWeight Capacity:154 lbsMemory Settings:3Leg Design:2-stageSpeed:0.8” per secondNoise Level:<55dB
The desk features a sleek, minimalist design with a sturdy steel base. The 55” tabletop is made from high-quality materials, offering durability and a smooth surface for writing or using a mouse. The sharp 90-degree edges help make this desk clean and minimal, though it could be dangerous if this is a home office desk and you have kids running around.
The single-motor design supports weight capacities up to 154 lbs, making it suitable for a basic desk setup, though I would only go riding up and down on this desk sometime soon (mainly because I am a good 50lb past the limit.
Sadly, the design lacks some premium features, such as dual motors or more diverse color options. However, that is what you get with a budget desk offering. Yet, the available offerings are not cheap – they feel more like a bargain.
Mount-It ESD: In use
The single electric motor adjusts the desk’s height smoothly and quietly, allowing you to switch from sitting to standing with minimal disruption. The intuitive control panel features three programmable memory presets for different heights. However, the speed of 0.8” per second may feel slow to users accustomed to faster adjustment times, primarily if they have used other, more premium electric standing desks. Despite this, the desk’s quiet operation and sturdy design make it a reliable choice for everyday use.
My team and I use this desk as a laptop workstation with minimal things on it, and it’s perfect. It’s super easy and smooth to press one of the preset buttons, have the desk spring to life, and adjust perfectly to the preset height. This has been super helpful for multiple users of standing heights and seated heights with the chair we have at this desk.
Despite being a budget offering, this desk has been surprisingly stable and has survived some beatings from putting some gear down on it too aggressively. Yet, the wood top has held up nicely.
Mount-It ESD: Final verdict
The Mount-It Electric Standing Desk is a dependable, budget-friendly option for those looking to enhance their workspace ergonomics. While it lacks some advanced features in higher-end models, its large tabletop, smooth height adjustment, and basic memory settings make it a solid choice for home and office use.
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Former TechRadar Pro B2B Hardware Editor, Collin has been in journalism for years, with experience in small and large markets, including Gearadical, DailyBeast, FutureNet, and more.
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