Ive been using a sit/stand desk since 2017.
What if I didnt like it?
I tried it out for 30 days and never looked back.
I understood the appeal.
But standing desks really arent that special, either.
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I have a tendency to hyper-focus on work and forget to move, sometimes.
There was certainly an adjustment period, but the Autonomous sit/stand offering changed the way I work.
(Reviews on both are coming in the next month.)
Im a bit nerdy about ergonomics, okay?
The SmartDesk 2 hybrid is the newest sit/stand offering from Autonomous.
Its got a steel base capable of hoisting up to 300 pounds with the touch of a button.
Better still, it does so quietly its about the same volume as floor fan on low.
Its super sturdy, and quite heavy, which I like.
Or, if you share a desk, you could lock in multiple heights for those that use it.
The top and base are both customizable to your liking.
I opted for the black version, with a glossy bamboo top.
The classic top is about 4.5 feet wide, and 29 inches deep.
The XL version is just under 6 feet and 30 inches deep.
Both versions are about an inch thick and feel super sturdy.
The bases are available in black, white, or grey.
If a minimalist look is your thing, you really cant go wrong with the aesthetics on offer.
That said, I do wish that the generation two offering had some additional bells and whistles.
Im glad to see the company seemingly dropped the AI assistant, Taylor, which I never actually used.
But a few additional features or maybe some new customization options would be worth updating for.
And at $349, its a bit of a steal when compared to similar models.
Bottom line: Buy it if you dont already have the original.
If you already own the original, or a comparable sit/stand desk, theres really no reason to upgrade.
Story byBryan Clark
Bryan is a freelance journalist.Bryan is a freelance journalist.
