This Electric Standing Desk Is Beautiful, But Might Be More Expensive Than Your Computer
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As a guy whose first apartment was full of old stuff and people throwing it away (rest the office chair I found near Staples), the thought of buying brand new furniture made me a little uncomfortable. This is especially true for such an expensive piece of furniture: BDI’s Stance desk is a motorized standing desk that’s well-constructed, stylish, and more expensive than my first car.
BDI has been in the luxury office furniture game with the Stance and Sequel sit/stand desk ranges. The Stance 6650 BDI that was sent to me for review is for those with a small home office or work space. Here’s what worked for me: My living room has been converted into an office/workshop since our main office was closed due to COVID-19. It took over an hour to assemble and I recommend having a second person help put it up as it weighs over 100 lbs. A 48×24 inch desk is more than enough for me, but if you need extra space, these desks are also 66×30 inches.
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construction and materials
BDI Stance 6650 Specifications
Desktop size: 24″ x 48″ x 24″
high: 24″ – 49″
desktop: Satin Etched Tempered Glass
External: powder coated steel
Suggested retail price: Desk – $1,450, Keyboard Drawer – $200, Modest Panel $130
Accessory Color: black, tan, formation
The first thing you’ll notice is that the stand is gorgeous. The satin-etched tempered glass finish and powder-coated steel legs put it ahead of cheaper standing desks, which often use a scratch-prone laminate finish. BDI claims its glass finish protects against scratches and fingerprints, and my experience mostly confirms that claim. Other than the occasional smudge from not using the coasters, I didn’t get much marks on them. Although I haven’t tested it in a long time, the Stance seems to hold up against everyday wear and tear.
Overall, the Stance has a modern, minimalist look, with a tempered glass finish that exudes a powerful tech startup CEO energy—whether that’s a good thing is up to you. The humble panel is great for hiding sloppy cable work, but not really necessary if you plan to place the desk in the corner of the room.
One problem I often find with standing desk converters is that they take up a lot of desk space. Cable management can become an issue if you also place a desktop under your desk. If your cable isn’t long enough, you could inadvertently pull the connector out of the system, or worse, damage the port. Let’s not forget to try to lift the damn thing: it’s an awkward and potentially dangerous situation for some people.
Stance solves the cable problem by placing a ledge under the table. This acts as a tray where you can place the power strip and any excess cables, so you don’t have to worry about accidentally pulling the cord out when the desk is up. I would have liked to see a cutout or two on the desk to connect the monitor cables from my monitor to the PC so they don’t hang awkwardly behind it like sad power lines after a storm.
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height adjustment
I have been using standing desk converters at home and in the office for over a year due to chronic back issues. Standup has proven to be great, but being a standup gamer presents logistical challenges that I hadn’t considered. The gas springs on my desk riser only support 33 lbs, so my two 27″ monitors are almost heavy enough for the desk to fail catastrophically.
The Stance supports 150 pounds, enough to handle all my kits, including my PC itself. Adjustable heights of 24-49 inches provide ample range for different work settings. For scale, I’m 5’9″ and can comfortably raise my desk up to 40.5″. If you are tall, you still have 9 inches of space to use. When seated, lowering the table to around 30 inches is where I feel most comfortable working or gaming. On the other hand, if you are short or have a child who needs to use the table, it can go all the way down to 24 inches.
The electric leg system is controlled by a single motor with the help of a programmable keypad, and it can store up to four height presets. It’s nice to start the day by moving the desk where I need it at the push of a button without having to manually adjust it. (Though I do like raising it to max height every now and then, it feels like a toddler messing around on my parents’ computer. I’ve been at home for a few months now, just for my own amusement.)
As a gaming table, the only big downside to the Stance is the notable lack of storage space. The optional keyboard drawer is a great place to hide the keyboard and mouse, as the cutouts through which the cables pass are small. However, I would love to see a larger additional drawer. For everyday use, the surface on the keyboard drawer is an unflattering textured rubber that doesn’t make for a great gaming mouse surface. If you do skip drawers, get a giant mouse pad that gives you all the gaming surface you need without smudging the glass.
price
I mentioned before that this table isn’t cheap, and I mean it: The Stance retails for $1,450. That doesn’t include the cost of the keyboard drawer ($200) or the humble panel ($129). Like a good couch, a good desk costs a lot upfront but can last for years — but spending more than $1,700 on a desk is probably out of the question for most gamers of. You can get a high-end PC and a cheaper desk for the same price.
If you’re willing to pay for it, BDI’s Stance desk can be used as both a work desk and an entertainment desk. I’ve been playing the game standing up for over a year now and I love it. The stance basically just reassures me. I don’t have to worry about cables getting stuck in risers or the table bending under its own weight. If you’re on a tighter budget, you can find a less fancy electric desk online for a fraction of the price.Ergonomic furniture isn’t cheap, but Stance definitely is luxurious Ergonomics category.
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BDI offers a limited 3-year warranty on the tabletop, which is pretty standard and should cover any defects with the motor. For expensive furniture, it may be wise to get an extended warranty from a retailer to be on the safe side.
If you have about $1,400 burning a hole in your pocket and want to enhance your work and play space, the BDI Stance Electric Lift Desk is well made and stylish. After using it for a few weeks, I had a hard time adjusting to a normal desk. It’s like giving a Porsche 911 a week and then being forced to go back to a Toyota Camry.
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