Which is the Best Laptop Stand For My Needs?
12.03.2024
A laptop stand can be an important addition to an ergonomic workstation. But with such a choice of laptop stands and risers available, how do you know which one will suit your needs? As experts in ergonomic office equipment, we’ve put together this guide to finding the best laptop stand for your requirements. First, we discuss why a laptop stand can be an important part of your setup.
Why do you need a laptop stand?
If you work from a laptop, a laptop stand or laptop riser is important for good desk ergonomics. When you work at a screen, the top of that screen should be level or just below your eye line. Most of the time, a laptop will sit too low down for you to maintain good posture while working, which means you can end up stooping or slouching to view the screen.
A laptop stand will lift your screen to the correct height, so you can work comfortably. When you use a laptop stand, you’ll also need to use a separate keyboard and computer mouse. If you use your keyboard and trackpad on your laptop when it’s positioned on a laptop stand, you could injure your wrists or arms as they’ll be held in an uncomfortable position. Separate accessories will help to support comfortable working and a healthy posture.
Some laptop stands have the added benefit of improving circulation around your laptop. Some laptops may have a tendency to overheat when they are used on a flat surface for long periods of time. A laptop riser with the right design will allow air to circulate around the underside of the laptop, cooling it and helping to keep it in good working condition.
What to consider when choosing your laptop stand
There are a few things to consider when choosing the best laptop stand for your needs.
Adjustable
Each individual will have different optimum screen heights to maintain a healthy posture while working. So, your laptop stand should provide different heights so you can find the perfect position that you need. For example, our adjustable multi-angle laptop stand has six height and angle combinations, giving you plenty of choice to find the right arrangement.
This can also be helpful if you work at a sit stand desk. If you alternate between sitting and standing throughout the working day, your laptop riser will need to adjust with you. If you choose a laptop stand that can be set to different angles and heights, you can freely change your workstation and position, knowing that your laptop will always be set correctly.
Portable
Portability can be an important factor for your laptop stand if you work at different sites. This can be especially helpful if you’re a hybrid worker, and will sometimes work from the home and the office. Portability can also be helpful for hot desking, so you can pack up all you equipment and move it around with you.
Some laptop stands will be portable, folding up flat so they can easily fit in your laptop bag or backpack. For example, our adjustable laptop riser folds up almost flat so it can easily be put in a bag and take up minimal space.
Durable
If you use a laptop a lot, your laptop stand will also be getting a lot of use. So, it’s important that it’s strong and durable, so you can rely on it. You’ll also want to ensure that it’s sturdy enough to hold your laptop, to prevent it from falling and getting damaged.
For example, our laptop stands feature rubber elements and an integrated hook to provide a secure and stable fit that keeps your laptop in place. Rubber feet also help to prevent the stand from sliding across the desk, ensuring it stays safe and in place.
Size and compatibility
When choosing your laptop stand, you’ll need to consider how big you need it to be and whether it will be compatible with your own laptop. Many laptop stands will be able to accommodate standard sizes of laptops – for example, our Leitz Ergo Cosy Laptop Stand can accommodate laptops and MacBooks from 13” to 17”.
You should also consider the footprint of your laptop stand. Laptop stands with a smaller footprint will give you more desk space, which can be helpful if you work with multiple screens and/or you have a small workstation. Our Leitz Ergo Adjustable Multi-Angle Laptop Stand has a smaller footprint, so is perfect for compact desks.
Aesthetic
The final factor to consider when choosing your laptop stand is the aesthetic design. It’s important that your workstation is not only ergonomically designed but also aesthetically pleasing, as this can help to create a cosy, comfortable working environment. Look for a laptop stand that suits your style and fits into your workstation, whether you’re working in a home office or on-site.
Our Leitz Ergo Cosy Laptop Stand is available in our three cosy colours – warm yellow, calm blue, or velvet grey. You can mix and match our Ergo accessories to create a bespoke work from home setup or office workstation that suits your tastes. Alternatively, if you prefer a cleaner look, our Multi-Angle Laptop Stand is available in simple white with red accents, so it can easily be incorporated into any workstation style.
Adjustable laptop stands and risers from Leitz
At Leitz, our laptop stands have been designed with your comfort in mind. Our Leitz Ergo Adjustable Multi-Angle Laptop Stand has multiple hight and angle combinations, so is perfect for finding the optimum position for your laptop. It can be especially helpful if you have a standing desk converter, and need your laptop stand to be repositioned as you alternate between sitting and standing, or if you simply want more flexibility for your laptop stand.
Alternatively, we offer the Leitz Ergo Cosy Adjustable Laptop Stand. This laptop stand has a minimalist design and matt finish colour, so you can support your health and wellbeing while working as well as maintain a stylish working environment. It helps to promote airflow around your laptop, while, of course, giving you multiple angles to hold your screen in the correct position.
Both our laptop stands and our full range of ergonomic office accessories can help to keep you working comfortably, promoting active working and a flexible workspace. With considered ergonomic design and functional features, you can create a bespoke workstation that suits your needs.
Leitz has a huge range of ergonomic office equipment to support productive and comfortable working both at home and in the office.
You can read more about ergonomic working below:
What Are The Benefits of Sit Stand Desks?