AOC - E1659FWU

Oh, I totally get needing more screen real estate when you're used to that 34-inch ultrawide setup at home. I got a bit spoiled myself with a big monitor, and then trying to adjust to just a laptop screen can be a nightmare. For portable monitors, I know people often talk about the Lepow Z1. It's a 15.6-inch screen, so it's not the 17-18 inches you’re hoping for, but it’s in the ballpark and it often goes on sale for about $150. It’s not super fancy, doesn’t have all the bells and whistles for gaming, but for basic productivity stuff, it does the job. I’ve seen this pop up time and time again as a solid option that’s budget-friendly. Another one that might stretch your budget a bit if you catch it on sale is the AOC e1659Fwu—it’s a 16-inch monitor, so slightly larger, and usually comes at a reasonable price. I’ve found it’s great for extra screen space on the go. Sometimes you’ll find open-box or refurbished options through Amazon or Sam’s Club for a good deal too. I definitely recommend keeping an eye on Amazon Prime Deals, especially during their event days, and Sam’s Club sometimes has bundle deals where you can snag a monitor along with other tech, which can be worth looking into. Hope you find the perfect fit! Let us know what you end up picking.