Do you sit for long hours every day? Do you need to get up and move around for health reasons? Well, I do and I finally asked my company if they would buy a VARIDESK for me, and they did.
Product: VARIDESK ProDesk 60
Shipping Box: Approx. 6′ x 4′
Warranty: One Year Limited Warranty
My Rating: 5 out of 5
- LARGE WORKSPACE: The Electric Standing Desk boasts more than enough space for multiple monitors, a laptop, and plenty of extra room for your keyboard, mouse, and papers; Add a Vari Table on the side for even more space
- BUTTON-TOUCH MOVEMENT: With the 3 programmable height settings and the powerful, quiet motor, it's easy to choose a height between 25.5 inch (64.5 cm) to 50.5 inch high (128 cm)
- QUALITY: We only used commercial-grade materials like heavy-duty laminate and steel, and we included a stability crossbar to make this desk incredibly stable at any height
- SIMPLE: Assembles easily in 5 minutes without special or complicated tools; We ship the desktop and legs in separate boxes so they can be delivered quickly and easily
Stand to Work
Have you wondered if there were reasons you should stop sitting all day? Well, let me tell you why.
- Standing helps with blood circulation in your legs.
- Standing helps you stay more awake.
- Standing burns more calories.
- There is some medical research that indicates higher levels of cancer caused by long hours of sitting.
- Increased risk of diabetes
- Increased risk of heart disease
- Sitting may increase anxiety.
These are all great topics of discussion but I really don’t need these and medical research to tell me what I should already know by common sense.
I had a stroke in 2013 so getting more activity is one of the things I need to do. Standing and sitting with a VARIDESK was the answer for me.
I was recently working on a project that I had to work on overnight. I started getting fatigued so I found myself sitting for several hours that night. I noticed quickly that, in this situation, my feet started swelling so bad that it really scared me. I immediately got up, moved around, sat and elevated my feet, moved some more and drank some water.
I started working again but this time I stood or knelt to change positions and eventually called it a night as I felt I was at risk of a major health crisis.
So, I strongly recommend you find ways to move more, stand more, and change positions more.
Don’t Forget the VARIDESK ActiveMat
You need a floor mat if you plan on standing much. I actually didn’t consider this when I asked for a VARIDESK but my boss did think about it and WOW! Does the ACTIVEMAT ever make a difference.
There are a few different types but I prefer the one with the angled edges because it lets me stretch my calves and it’s nice to step on to the edges.
My New ProDesk 60s at the Front Door
My new ProDesk 60 was delivered in about 5 days. It was in one box but a word of warning. The desk is pretty heavy. I was able to slide it into the house but I needed two people to set it up.
The setup is easy. The desk comes as one unit (the table) and four legs. The problem is you have to prop the desk up against the wall or turn it upside down to connect the legs, which anyone can do. The catch is turning it over. The desk is very sturdy and made out of great materials, but it has extra parts on it so that you can raise and lower the desk easily. The second person in needed to flip the desk over.
I love the desk. It is made out of quality materials and is incredibly easy to operate. It’s nice when a product comes, mostly assembled, and is immediately ready for use.
My VARIDESK ProDesk 60 in Action
There’s not a lot to say about this desk. It just works, and is super easy to adjust between 9 different heights.
I use it sitting and standing. The main thing I need is to adjust my position frequently and move often to help with my blood circulation, and sometimes to help me stay awake.
Pros
- Quick delivery
- Package and protected well
- Easy to set up
- Easy to adjust
- 9 different height settings
- Comes with a drink coaster
- Comes with two hooks for hanging a jacket on or a purse, etc.
- It stopped my feet from swelling up as much
Cons
- None
- I guess you might be able to say it is a little heavy but that’s not a con to me.
My Final Thoughts
My review is not to convince you that you “must have this.” I only want you to see the benefits of moving more during the day to improve your health.
My healthy pretty much required that I move more so the choice was obvious to me.
I don’t think I will ever work again without a VARIDESK.
I would love to hear your thoughts on the VARIDESK and if you have any other suggestions to help those of use who sit for long periods of time while working.
Last Final Thought
VARIDESK has many types of products. They have Sit-Stand Converters that you place right on top of your desk. They have full desks and tables, chairs, storage, floor mats, and other accessories. Click on the link below and search for “VARIDESK” on Amazon.com.
- 2 Spacious Tiers: Offers a large workspace with an upper tier (48" x 19.75") for dual monitors, a laptop, and a notebook and a lower tier for a standard keyboard, mouse, and a calculator or papers!
- Ergonomic Movement: Our special rowing-lift raising mechanism with its up-and-back movement lifts the workstation up to 17.5” off your desk and allows you to use the power from your lower half – helping you maintain a healthy posture
- Quality: Built with a heavy, weighted base and high-quality materials so the computer desk remains sturdy and stable at any of its 11 height settings. The patented, spring-loaded lift was designed and tested for your safety and ease
- No Assembly Required: This was created to pop out of the box and onto your desktop or table. You’ll be up and working more productively in no time
- Trustworthy: Every time you buy a Vari product, you get quality, convenience, and a risk-free purchase you can feel good about. With 30-Day Free Returns and a fantastic 5-year warranty, you can be sure you’ll love your product.
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- Dual Monitor Converter: Easily turn your desk into a sit to stand desk. Our two-tier converter has a spacious upper tier (36" x 12.25") for 2 monitors and a lower deck for keyboard, mouse, and more.
- Built to Last: The Pro Plus 36 is the original and best-selling VariDesk, setting the quality wide stand up desk convertor standard. Thicker steel and 3D laminate finish ensure durability. Dual stability bars and a heavy base keep it sturdy at any height.
- Ergonomic Comfort: Safely raise and lower your stand up desk riser with ease. Our rowing lift and spring-assisted mechanism minimize strain. Dual handles and foam-wrapped steel protect against pinch points for added safety.
- Ready to Use: No assembly needed! Your computer desk riser for standing or sitting arrives fully assembled. Place it on your current desk or table for instant use. Improve posture, productivity, and health effortlessly.
- Trusted Brand: Every time you buy a Vari product, you get quality, convenience, and a risk-free purchase you can feel good about. With 30-Day Free Returns and a fantastic 5-year warranty, you can be sure you’ll love your standing desk accessories.
- Spacious and Adjustable Design: The computer standing desk converter offers a 36” wide work area with two tiers. The lower tier is dedicated to accommodating your keyboard and mouse, while the upper tier provides space for your computer or laptop, along with other work or gaming accessories.
- Dual-Handle Lift: Engineered for your safety and ease, the dual-handle spring-assisted lift allows for quick and easy height adjustment. Effortlessly raise or lower your ergonomic desk riser to one of the 11 height settings, raising up to 17.5" off your wide desk lift.
- Fully Assembled: The "Essential 36" dual monitor desk riser comes fully assembled, eliminating the need for complicated setup. Simply place it on your existing table or desk, and you're ready to work more productively.
- Space-Saving Design: The standing desk converter with keyboard tray is designed to maximize space efficiency, making it suitable for home offices with limited square footage. Its vertical, straight-up-and-down lift direction helps save space, making it ideal for small spaces and narrow home office desks.
- Trusted Brand: Every time you buy a Vari product, you get quality, convenience, and a risk-free purchase you can feel good about.
- Effortless Assembly: With a pre-installed frame featuring slide-and-lock legs, setup is swift. Everything needed to assemble is shipped in the box, ensuring your new ergonomic standing desk is ready in under 10 minutes
- Sturdier Design: Elevate your workspace with enhanced stability and lasting durability. The sit stand electric desk features a thick, one-piece tabletop with a durable 3D laminate finish, supported by heavy-duty steel T-Style legs.
- Whisper-Quiet Operation: With our dual-power motor, it ensures a tranquil environment as you seamlessly transition with our gaming desk standing, designed for a whisper-quiet experience
- Programmable Convenience: Effortlessly customize your ergonomic experience with up to 4 height settings and an intuitive LED control panel. The standing desk for tall people smoothly transitions from 25" to 50.5" high with a single touch
- Trusted Brand: Shop confidently with Vari, featuring a 30-day free returns policy and a reliable 5-year warranty for your modern office desks. Note: The desk comes in 2 cartons—desk frame and desk top
- 2 Spacious Tiers: Transform your workstation with our spacious two-tier rising desk converter. It offers a large workspace with an upper tier (36” wide x 19.75” length) for up to 2 computer monitors, a laptop, a notebook, or extra hardware, and a lower tier for a standard keyboard, mouse, and accessories!
- Ergonomic Movement: Our special rowing-lift mechanism with its up-and-back movement allows you to easily adjust the rising desk while maintaining a healthy posture. Go from sitting to standing in seconds using the dual-handle design with a spring-assisted lift, without causing any strain to your back. Whether at home or in the office, this sit to stand desk will help you work comfortably.
- Weighted Base: Built with a heavy weighted base and high-quality materials, our ergonomic desk remains sturdy and stable at any height. The 11 height settings give you the ability to rise up to 17.5" off your desk surface, with a patented, spring-loaded lift that was designed and tested for your safety and ease.
- Ready To Use: This adjustable height desk ships fully assembled and ready to place on your existing table or desk right out of the box. You’ll be up and working more productively in no time.
- Trusted Brand: Every time you buy a Vari product, you get quality, convenience, and a risk-free purchase you can feel good about. With 30-Day Free Returns and a fantastic 5-year warranty, you can be sure you’ll love your product.
- Two-Tier Desktop: Transform your existing home office desk or table into a height adjustable sit-stand desk. The two-tier rising desk converter has an upper deck for your computer monitor or laptop, and the lower tier offers space for your keyboard, mouse, and other work or gaming accessories. The adjustable monitor desk riser helps adjust your screen to eye level, so you can sit or stand comfortably throughout the day.
- Durable and Stable: Vari Essential Converters are built-to-last with a durable laminate finish to prevent scratches from everyday use. Designed for the home office, our height-adjustable standing desk riser includes a weighted base to ensure your desktop is stable and steady at any height, sitting or standing.
- Dual Handle, Spring-Assisted Lift: Raise or lower your computer desk converter with ease due to the dual-handle design and spring-assisted lift feature. Effortlessly raise or lower your office desk to one of the 11 height settings, raising up to 17.75" off your desk surface. The up and out motion of the rowing lift mechanism is designed for optimal posture and reduces strain on your back when adjusting.
- Fully Assembled: This fully assembled monitor stand desk allows you to quickly transform your existing desk into an active sit-stand workstation. Simply place the VariDesk Essential 30 on your table or desk right out of the box, and you'll be up and working more productively and ergonomically in no time.
- Trusted Brand: Designed and certified to the highest industry standards, Vari's office furniture products are built-to-last for years. We back our Vari Essential 30 Converter with a solid 3-year warranty that replaces the full product, not just parts and pieces. With 30-Day Free Returns, we ensure a quality, risk-free purchase you can feel good about.
VARIDESK - ProDesk 60
Pros
- Easy to setup
- 9 different height adjustments
- Stopped my feet from swelling
Cons
- Heavy
This is a great review! I used to work very long hours in a call center, where the majority of people are sitting their entire shift at a desk. I was lucky enough to be on the management team where we were given desks that we could stand at. I suffer from sciatica and can not sit for long periods of time, so this definitely benefited me.
I didn’t even realize a sit-stand converter was an option! I am going to think about getting one of these for my home.
I have my ProDesk 60 at home and I’m about to get a sit-stand conversion for my work office. I split my time between both locations and now that I have the one at home, I have to get one for the other place.
It’s just too valuable to have once you have seen the difference.
Oh Wow, what a great review about a great piece of furniture. I am going to buy one as most of the work I do is on PC, will highly recommend this to others as it is very useful and I am sure it will help us in getting rid of body pains when we sit and work on normal furniture.
Honestly, unless you rarely sit, everyone should have one of these. Besides the health benefits, I find I stay much more alert when I can sit, stand, move, adjust my feet and just move around more.
And the health benefits make VARIDESK invaluable.
Hi Rick.
I like the look of this desk – it looks smart and clean although without the piles of paperwork that I currently have on my own small fold away table!
I do have a couple of questions however: What is the cost of the desk and do you consider it value for money? And can it be folded away at all. I have quite a small space that I use for work in my living room so it would be good if it could fold away. I like the adjustable height idea and that can help you stop sitting down all day though.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Gail
The costs of my desk, the DeskPro 60, was about $800. There is a 48″ desk for about $600 and there are several sit-stand converters that range from $400 to $600.
I was surprised how well priced the VARIDESK products are. The great price plus the added health benefits from being able to stand or change positions is invaluable to me, especially as a stroke victim.
The full desks are pretty heavy and the legs are screwed on so once you set the desk up, I don’t think you want to “fold it away” vary often. The sit-stand converters are lighter and sit on top of you existing desk but they still are not meant to put up or out of the way. You place your monitors on the sit-stand converters or on the full desks which means you won’t be moving these much, other than adjusting the height up and down.
I hope that helps.
Thank you so much Rick!
I’m always curious about standing desk but there are so many different kinds of standing desk which confuses me a lot.
Thanks for this recommendation. I love the huge working space and the ability to adjust height!!
There are several options out there. My wife is the first person who told me about the VARIDESK. Several of the accountants she works with use them and then I started noticing them at different offices around town.
VARIDESK has several different types from full desks to the sit-stand converters, that sit right on top of your existing desk. They have several different sizes and some for cubicles, desks, corner units, etc.
It really is a great product.
The Varidesk Pro desk 60 looks to be quite a revolutionary invention. With the ability to adjust to different height levels to compensate for your sitting position will be very helpful health wise. To be able to even adjust it to stand at as well is even more beneficial. The desk will certainly be popular for people with back problems.
There have been many times I found myself leaning to one side in my chair and I’m sure my chiropractor would be screaming at me if he saw that. Being able to stand and switch positions is invaluable and will help limit many health issues in the future.