“I'm super happy with the desk. BTOD's youtube reviews, tutorials, installation/how to videos really give it to you straight, so this product was pretty much exactly what I was expecting: a very sturdy, solid, and well-working standing desk. I found customer service to be really helpful in answering my questions about customization options before ordering. Everything arrived promptly. I'd buy it again for sure.”
“LOVE the desk- my only complaint is the up/down controller- sometimes it takes a few seconds or half way up or down it stops and reverses direction. Must be a wiring issue and I assume easily fixed if need be- desk is otherwise perfect, no wobble at all.”
“I've been in the market for a real standing desk after life hacking my own versions together using containers and boxes or things of that nature. In the course of my research the VertDesk stood out to me because of the cross bar support and their well-detailed and informative website. Yes, you should always be skeptical of reviewers who also sell their own version of the products they review, but I felt their output more than held up when appraising with this critical lens. At the very least you can use them as a reference guide for helping you to think about the types of issues that standing desks may present for you, or the types of features you will want on your own desk.
Now having assembled and used the desk, it is exactly what I was hoping for. Extremely sturdy and stable with almost no wobble except for the maximum height which is to be expected. The finish looks great and they have a ton of color options. The up and down motion is quick and quiet, and there is ample space beneath the desk for my legs or a chair when I need to sit.
Assembly was easily done solo, and I'm a pretty small and skinny guy (larger size tables may require two people to flip it over at the end). Although the instructions recommended a powered drill, I found it more comfortable to use my screwdriver with swappable bits for the vast majority of it. If you don't own one already, do yourself a favor and buy one at your local hardware store so you can stop using awful Allen wrenches when assembling furniture.
The hex rod was the only thing you may need to reference their installation video for (it's also very helpful point of reference for anyone who finds paper instructions hard to follow). It may help to put the leg on its side so you can see how the hex rod is supposed to go in while inserting it. Once you understand the nature of its orientation it makes sense but if you go in completely blind it may seem impossible to do.
Price wise I took the most basic option with no add-ons aside from rounded corners (the corners look great and are very even and smooth) and improved button console (love the preset memory options) and the value per dollar at this level ($700-800) is impressive. If you've worked in similar economic spaces you know that the customization options are the profit centers so approach these with caution. I'm comfortable creating and installing these types of options myself, but if you're not handy and don't know anyone who could help you, you could consider a few (I'd recommend the CPU holder so you don't have to worry about cables vis a vis up and down motion). Just know that you're overpaying relative to what you could do yourself through Amazon, but that may be worth your own piece of mind so you don't have to do even more research or learn how.
Finally, the one purchase I consider mandatory to go along with any standing desk is a quality pad for your feet. Do not skimp on this, it is make or break for ensuring that you stay comfortable for longer periods of time. I use the Topo by Ergodriven because I like to fidget and move around, and it has a good variety of "œterrain" for my feet to be in different positions and heights, even a sort of backrest for your heels. Also make sure to research the optimal height and angle for your arms and eyes relative to the keyboard and monitor. Screwing that up will make standing seem intolerable. If you're just transitioning start slow, it can take a few weeks before you're ready to stand all day (but you should still change positions regularly and take walk breaks, complete lack of motion while standing is still bad).
I highly recommend this desk if you're on the fence or in analysis paralysis. It does everything you need with ease and is extremely stable and sturdy, all at an extremely affordable price for what you're getting.”
“Eat to assemble. The YouTube videos were a lifesaver. Very straightforward, easy to understand installation. It took me 1.5 hours to assemble. Beautiful cherry finish. Only issue is mine of the grommets fit in the predrilled holes. All 3 holes are 3 different sizes as well.”
“Pros:
Sales staff was very helpful before and after purchase. Desk went together easily following video instructions on the web. Was up and running in 1.5 hrs with table assembly, 2 monitor arms, wire management box, and CPU holder.
I'm running a desktop, laptop in docking station, and multiple monitors on this table. Extremely stable! Raise and lower mechanism works great.
Cons: Hairline crack in the table top (top side) exists from front to back on top side. Does not impact functionality. Do notice it aesthetically.
Mixed blessing: Wire management!
It takes time to sort out and cleanly route to minimal wires showing no matter what desk you order.
Not a pro or con of this desk, just a reality no matter which desk you order. If you are running up to 12 outlets for a equipment like I am, it takes more time to figure out than the entire desk assembly process.”
