Dual Hardwood Standing Desk with Drawer

I'm using an [Uplift Standing Desk V2](https://www.upliftdesk.com/2-leg-standing-desk/?4275=4865&4276=4654&4279=3821&27944=20608&4280=11390&10958=8704&14905=11667) with the C frame. When I got it they were still reasonably priced, but I'd say if it's in budget they make good stuff. I recently helped a friend with their [Desky](https://desky.com/) and the quality seemed really good and their customer service team was really good. They were also one of the few that could get a L shaped desk with a low enough setting for her shorter seated height. Both Uplift and Desky also were some of the few that hard a deep enough desktop, 24in deep seems to be pretty standard but we both wanted 30in. Whichever desk you end up with, I'd recommend splurging on a control pod that has preset one touch memory options. Having to hold the button down, even on a preset, for the entire time the desk is in motion gets wearisome. It sounds trivial (and yeah it kinda is), but if you're constantly changing the height of the desktop it will be something you have to deal with each and every time. My work supplied desk is like that and it drives me nuts. I can't say I use the standing desk at home or in the office for standing as much as I do seated, tho it does get moved in to that position from time to time. Really my main reason was getting it so that my seat height was correct for me. I always found desk heights to either be a too high or too low situation and being able to customize the height to a just right level was a god send. After having to get carpal surgery on both wrists, I really started paying a lot more attention to ergonomics and do not regret the cost of a proper desk, chair, monitor arms and keyboard one bit after the fact.

I’ve been using a Desky dual hardwood sit/stand setup for a while now and honestly one of the most solid desks I’ve owned. No wobble at all at my preferred height to stand and I have a ton of things in the desk. The build quality and cable management options are very nice too. Would 100% recommend Desky

I'm very happy with my Desky. Zero issues. Uplift is similar. I can't comment on the other two, but the one time I purchased something from Wayfair (bookshelf), I was extremely disappointed in the quality. I sent it back and had to pay to ship it back. Also, I have the pheasantwood from Desky. Not sure where you heard it's hard to maintain, but there are no issues. It just wipes clean. It's really hard wood, so it withstands a lot. MDF is not really a great choice for a desktop, IMHO.

I love my Desky setup. I've had zero issues with build quality other than a slight sag in the cable tray. I go sit/stand at least once a day, sometimes more. I've only had it for a few weeks now, but very happy.

My wife uses the Uplift. She told me she has zero complaints about the desk. She doesn't notice wobble, she loves the fake walnut wood grain, loves the USB/plugs on the desk, the up/down is superfast, and the wires are hidden well. My 2 cents. It's a little bit more wobbly than my Desky. I was actually surprised to see that because I thought for sure the Uplift with the C-frame (T-frame on Desky) and crossbar would be more stable, but it's not. To be clear, it's not terrible by any means, and every sit/stand desk will have some wobble if you get the two leg version. The up/down is really fast, impressive, really. It's definitely faster than the Desky, but at the end of the day, does it really matter? I mean, we are talking a few seconds at most between the two. Regarding the grommet holes. Uplift has them and Desky does not. This was almost a deal breaker for me. Being able to run wires in the grommets and also having 4 pop-up plugs and USB A/C on the desk, is a bonus, for sure. Desky does not have that option and I thought for sure I'd be drilling holes into my Desky and adding my own, but after getting the desk and the monitor riser(which I am not using it for the monitor, just for more space), I found that I liked the clean desk look better and I've started mounting components under the riser, which I love! I add my DAC and AMP under the riser and I am getting a real walnut wood 4-port USB hub to put under there as well. 60" vs. 72". My wife's desk is 60", where mine is 72". All I can say is, if you have the room and the money, get the larger desk. Afte using my desk and then going into my wife's office, the desk feels cramped and small, but that could be because she doesn't have any monitor arms and uses an AIO PC from work and a second monitor. I will see if she wnats me to get monitor arms. She typically doesn't care about this kind of stuff, but let's see. Regarding the frames. Uplift frame appears to be a little bit more solid, but Desky is no slouch. Ultimately, after using the desky for a week or so now, I have no issues with the frame. The wheels: The locks on the Uplift are way easier to use. The locks on the Desky are like tanks. I actually had to use a hammer the other day to unlock it! WTF! They are extremely hard to lock and unlock. Annoying so. Uplift is plastic locks and Desky is metal. Cable management: Although I prefer the cable tray on the Desky compared to the Uplift, there are some cons on the Desky side. The power strips that snap into the cable tray, which is awesome, are made of plastic. The Uplift 8 port power strip is metal. The power strips plug into this weird mechanism, and then you plug it into the wall. It takes up room in the cable tray, and it seems there could be a better way to daisy-chain the power strips together. The cable tray itself sags a bit in the middle at the almost 6ft length. I bought a strap that I will mount to the underside of the desk to hold it up better. It's not terrible, it just annoys me lol. I feel like they need to make something under the desk to hold up the middle. The Uplift tray is small and the power strip mounts to the frame, but we had to relocate once because things can get in the way of the strip. I think you can put it in 4 or more places. They also sell a cord pouch. It's just a giant puch that attaches to the back of the desk, and you shove all your cables in there. It works well, but it's ugly, IMHO. I don't like the pouch hanging down. Uplift does a better job hiding the motor cables and electronics under the desk, but Desky does better hiding cables overall. I also like that all power plugs are front facing on Desky. The drawers. The Uplift drawer is a fucking tank! It's crazy heavy and solid metal. I was actually nervous to mount it under the desk, but it comes with 6 self-tapping screws, so it can handle the weight. The Desky is also metal, but smaller and lighter. It only has 4 screws. I also got the matching wood face for it, which I love! The keypad: They are similar, but the Desky supports BT and has an app. I probably won't use it to control the up/down, but it's nice for changing settings compared to using the keypad. It also has a timer, to remind you to sit/stand. It also has RGB lights if that is your thing. The warranty: Uplift wins there. 15 year vs. 10 year. The maximum weight. Uplift wins here too, it can hold more weight on the desk. I think mine is 308lbs, which is probably more than enough for most people. Shipping: Uplift wins here, everything came together and fast (I think two days). Desky was two days for some pieces but 5+ days for others. Instructions: Uplift wins here too. It's not a huge difference, but I definitely felt more comfortable with the Uplift instructions. I bought a wood/resin Desky top. It's amazing looking, and you can't compare to MDF, so I won't. You know which one is better :) But I wish that Desky had more information about drilling into the resin and best practices. I had to email support to find out because my under desk drawer needed to partially go into the resin. Luckily, you just need to pre-drill holes, and you are good, but it would have been good to know that ahead of time. Ultimately, I don't think you can go wrong on either desk. For me, I bought the Desky because it had more wood/resin top options and I didn't like the Uplift version (they only have one option). I also felt I would be happier with the cable management of the Desky, and I was right. I thought I would really miss the grommet holes, but I am actually glad they aren't there now. Both are solid options, it just comes down to some minor details that might matter to you more. Hope this helps some of you. If I missed anything you have questions about, let me know.

You need to consider the depth issue. That monitor has a physical footprint of roughly 45-47 inches across, and once the tower takes a corner, you're eating into usable surface fast even on an XL frame. The Magnus Pro XL is actually 70 inches wide. The 59-inch figure is the standard Magnus Pro, not the XL. It has more room than the spec sheet suggests, but map out where everything actually lands and it gets tighter, especially if you're already planning to push the monitor back further to avoid eye strain. On load capacity, Desky's Dual Hardwood has a steel-reinforced top, which changes the equation if that's a factor. A 4-leg frame like the Apex Pro just handles off-center loads differently than a 2-leg T-frame. You almost have to experience the stability difference to really get it, but the thing just doesn't budge.

Being at the extreme end of the height range is pretty much the default when you're tall. One thing to check is whether you can stand upright with your lower arms resting on the desk. If it only hits that mark barefoot, it'll feel off with shoes or a mat added in. Some headroom past your minimum helps. You can try the Desky Dual Ergo Edge that you mentioned. I checked the specs and the height range goes pretty high. It also has a curved cutout on the front instead of a flat straight edge, which helps if you want to lean closer to the desk. If it still ends up a touch short, risers under the legs can buy extra lift.

Fair question, Australia is a bit different to the abroad market. A lot of the brands people talk about overseas either don't ship here, become expensive once freight and imports are factored in, or can be difficult to support locally if something goes wrong. If you're comparing standing desks in Australia, I'd look less at the logo and more at a few practical things: **1. Frame stability at standing height** Especially if you're using monitor arms, ultrawides, speakers, or heavier gear. Most desks feel fine sitting down; the real test is working at standing height. **2. Height range** This matters more than people expect. Shorter users need a desk that goes low enough, while taller users need enough height without sacrificing stability. **3. Local warranty and replacement parts** Motors, control boxes, handsets, and cables are all replaceable parts—but only if the company can actually support you after purchase. **4. Desktop quality and weight** Whether you're looking at bamboo, laminate, hardwood, or a custom top, make sure the frame is suited to the size and weight you're planning to run. **5. Cable management and accessory flexibility** A clean setup is much easier when the desk works with standard monitor arms, PC mounts, trays, and power solutions. Building your own can definitely make sense if you already know exactly what desktop you want and you're comfortable mounting it properly. The main thing is not to underbuy the frame—that's usually where people notice the compromise later. If you're looking at Desky specifically, I'd start with the Dual Sit Stand Desk. It's our most popular option for a reason: dual motors, 3-stage legs, good height range, and enough stability for the vast majority of home office and gaming setups. For most people, it's the benchmark I'd compare other desks against. At the end of the day, I'd prioritise the strongest frame and support network you can reasonably justify, then treat the desktop and accessories as the parts you can customise over time.

Hey, Desky here!  I actually use one daily myself and can honestly say wobble hasn’t been an issue in day-to-day use. If you want to be extra sure, go with our dual motor frame, it’s super stable and handles most setups really well (even with larger tops like 72”). And of course, if you ever run into any issues or need help setting things up, we’re always here to help. Feel free to DM me, happy to sort you out with a welcome discount too 👍

\- Desky Here, Both Desks are stable and have minimal wobble, Both Desks are Good quality with reasonable warranty periods. Either Desk would be good for your needs. Where Desky has an edge i believe, is two fold. The Variety of Desktops that we offer and the quality of them. We have a huge range to choose from, but if you aren't particular and just want a plain white melamine desktop, we can do that. Our Melamine range is strong and hard wearing, and solid core, so not flimsy like you may find with other suppliers The other advantage i believe we have is our cable management system. Its clean, and does its job amazingly well at hiding cables out of the way and being accessible when you need it. If you have any questions, please feel free to DM me, we can also get you a discount code for your first purchase of a sit stand desk \- Team Desky