great detailed review! thanks so much!

05:10 well, of course it's stable at that height, it would be good if you tested that shaking at a higher height, in standing desk mode so do speak.

@BumpNrun69

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly! I thought the same at both times he moved it. It MUST be at the highest position to tell the real truth of the wobble/sturdiness.

Solid review looking for a good desk going for this one.

thank you for the review!

great video and thanks for the explanations

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Derek! :)

I've been planning mine out for a week or so now and I will have to get the commercial C frame. I'm 548, but I have long legs and need that shorter height. It's a bummer that the commercial has that brace because that means I cannot put a short file cabinet or Pc underneath without it sticking out quite a bit. The manufacturer said that several people in the office don't put up that crossbar and it seems okay. However if I'm putting two large PCS and three monitors on top of an 80 inch desk, I think I'm going to need to keep it. Unfortunately, I cannot get the hammock because it's the commercial version C frame. LOL

Thanks for posting this review! I was thinking of getting the same size and was wondering if I could flip it over on my own (I live alone).

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

I was able to. :)

Trying to decide between Uplift and Fully Jarvis. Looks like they have the same manufacturer, but any thoughts on pros/cons, especially regarding functionality (stability, wobble, smooth motion, reliability, etc.).

Can you make a video of you testing the stability of the desk at minimum height, medium hight and at max height?

@hakametal

3 жыл бұрын

Honestly this is the one thing stopping me from buying a standing desk. I've seen dozens of reviews where the desk wobbles, which turns me off completely. Uplift seems to be the best, and you can upgrade the frame to have a stability crossbar (definitely a must if stability is your priority).

Great video!

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Great video and thanks for the review on the desk frame! I was curious if you could share the height dimension of the middle crossbar that you slide into each side piece? I have a drawer that will need to clear this and I'm hoping is less than an inch! Also, what is the width of each side piece that connects into that middle crossbar? Again, thanks for your video and the help!

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Timothy! So the middle crossbar at its highest appears to be right around 1.5 inches. There are some triangular slants that connect the legs to the desktop for some additional support, and those appear to go 3.5 inches out. Here is the computer case I have under my desk so you can reference the dimensions: www.fractal-design.com/products/cases/define/define-7/black/ It fits very easily, but it sounds like your drawer may be quite a bit taller.

@timmay77777

3 жыл бұрын

@@MattBorchert Thanks so much for the reply and again, great video!

nice review! are the edges of the desk soft? My current desk hurts my wrists/under my forearms when typing for longer periods of time due to it having sharper edges... the curved style looks nice too but not sue I want to lose out on the extra space.

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

I have the laminate version so I cannot speak to the real wood one, but I do not consider these edges to be sharp at all. The corners are all rounded. I also use a wrist rest for my keyboard and mouse though, so I don't ever really have my arms on the edges directly.

Great video! What microphone do you have on your desk?

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

Shure SM7B

Hello I currently have the autonomous frame. Do you think the uplift frame is better?

Fantastic video, Matt!...Currently, considering a Four Leg Uplift 80"x30" Standing Desk (for three or four 27" monitors) for more weight capacity since not a fan of the crossbar....

@MattBorchert

Жыл бұрын

I did move to a 30" x 72" desktop for some more space, and I find that super stable still. I only use two 27" monitors though, and I very rarely have it at a standing height.

@sruhaana5096

Жыл бұрын

@@MattBorchert hi, how did you change you desk size? I mean did you return it with in the month or did you just exchanged desktop with uplift? How was the customer service experience? TIA

Was the cable for the mouse and keyboard to short for when the desk was elivated?

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

Nope! Works fine for me, although you can also place the computer on the desk, or they have an accessory that allows a desktop to be hung under the desk (for lack of a better description) to keep them together.

I think i have the same case, Fractal Define 7?

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

Yep! Great case! :)

Is your table 60 * 30?

It’s 42x30 or 48x30?

What is the table top used in this video? Was it laminate or solid wood?

@MattBorchert

2 жыл бұрын

Laminate.

@oxco1on

2 жыл бұрын

Never mind, I reviewed video a 2nd time and got the answer.

can you elaborate why you chose the regular C frame vs. the commercial c frame? trying to decide between the commercial or regular...

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

Strictly because the commercial frame has a support bar that runs through the back, and I have a desktop computer I like to push against the wall. The bar would have prevented that. If that wasn't the case, I would have got the commercial frame. :)

Nice desk. What monitor arm are you using? Monitors 27'? I like the angle of the non-main monitor.

@MattBorchert

2 жыл бұрын

Both monitors are 27". The stand is an Amazon Basics dual arm model. It's actually quite good!

They raised their prices since the video was made. I'm sure demand is through the roof since so many ppl working from home

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

Interesting! That happened very recently then. Thanks for letting me and others know.

Dont forget if you want to upgrade your desk size, you just have to buy the wood

Is it just me or the desk bend downward if you lean on the front edge?

@MattBorchert

2 жыл бұрын

If I put a ton of weight on it, it will bounce a bit, but it isn't a thing during normal work conditions.

@anthonykarim7399

2 жыл бұрын

@@MattBorchert yeah that's exactly it, thanks for the quick reply!

you say ton of top options but I only count 18 not 1000+

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

Compared to many desks, that's a pretty huge selection.

Matt, you were upfront about Uplift sending you the desk. I only wish you had said whether (or how much) that may have influenced you. I guess it might be hard to be objective about that, but people are naturally going to wonder. Did the company give you any review guidelines/restrictions/instructions as a prerequisite for receiving that? I noticed you said to someone else that it wasn't a paid review, but, I mean, you got a _desk._ I'm open-minded, and I know it's still possible to be objective; just saying.

@MattBorchert

4 күн бұрын

I was as objective as I was able to be. These things will always influence someone's view, so it's just a matter of how much. Years later I'm still using the desk, and independently paid for a larger top. I've had no issues with it.

@MikeAnn193

3 күн бұрын

@@MattBorchert That's fair, and you're correct, it's a matter of how _much_ you were influenced. That's what viewers don't know, and without it, we can't get a reasonable impression. As a consumer yourself, I'm sure you understand that. It's easy to believe you were as objective as you were _able_ to be, but I don't know what might be "disabling" you, so to speak, 😏whether a sense of obligation for the gift, or instructions/guidelines from the company. Having said that, I thought the review was well done, and believable. I have nothing against Uplift, and I'm strongly considering this desk. I'm just a careful consumer, and wary of a company's marketing practices, such as gifting review items. Frankly, I think the world would be far better off if its inhabitants were less credulous and more skeptical of unknown claims on all manner of topics, but I'll spare you. This isn't the place for that speech. Thank you.

It's kinda concerning to me that you only tested the wobble at the minimum height. Makes me think your sponsorship caused you to not show the maximum height because it might have a wobble. Not sure I really trust this video now.

@MattBorchert

2 жыл бұрын

This wasn't a paid review, they just sent the desk over. I've used the desk a couple of years now without issue. I'm sure if you were standing on top of the desk at max height it may wobble, but I personally haven't experienced that.

Bro... why you do ur cat like that

This was not helpful as it was just an ad with no real substance or criticism

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

If I found something that was really worth criticizing, I would have. :) Realistically after using the desk for several months now, the biggest thing I wish it had was more built-in out of the box cable management for people who have to deal with a ton of cables. That's about it.

@aguiremedia

3 жыл бұрын

@@MattBorchert How is the stability at higher heights? Any regrets not going with the commercial model? Thanks

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

@@aguiremedia I've had no issue with stability, but to be honest, I use the desk at a regular table height 95%+ of the time. As for the commercial model, I have no regrets not buying it. I specifically didn't want the cross bar at the back so I could push my desktop PC back all the way, so for that reason, the commercial model wouldn't have been great for me. I think it I was getting one of the longest desktops they offered, then a commercial would make more sense. The longer the desk, the more chance there is of sway etc.

Sounds more like an advertisement than a review.

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

If I like something, I like it! Didn't find any strong negatives that were worth calling out, but should I run into any long term issues, I'll certainly leave updates here! :)

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

@UTTERMOSTUBER I have not. Super stable, although I don't typically use the desk at a very high level where that would be more likely.

Biased! You lost me at “ I Would not go cheaper than this, you pay what you get.” That’s why I’m against this type of marketing: when they send you something free for review.

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

I stand by what I said. I've used cheap standing desks and there is a reason they're cheaper. Cheaper motors, cheaper construction -- they tend to feel low quality and suffer from a variety of issues. If I were to ever use a much lower priced desk that I felt held up to the standards of those that cost double what they do, I would certainly change my opinion. That just hasn't been the case thus far.

@almas7123

3 жыл бұрын

@@MattBorchert I won’t disclose the item I bought but it was very very expensive. Later I encountered not only an expensive issue but it turned out to be a hazard so I can’t agree with you that pricier items are better and are not problem immune. Turns out this recall was too common. I respect you stand by what you said, so do I. Oh, regarding cheaper and getting what you pay...This desk disappointed me when i saw those grommet holes. It’s compressed wood. You’re over paying 😎

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

Compressed wood is extraordinary typical in desk tops, although they also offer natural wood options. Natural wood is far more likely to encounter issues like warping which will lead to a top that isn't as good at being a desk surface, but real wood certainly looks better.

@almas7123

3 жыл бұрын

@@MattBorchert I agree w solid wood. I’ve been eying uplift desks for a while and do like the mahogany solid but i decided not to due to its price and possibly damaging, denting, etc. just not worth it in my opinion. Have a great day By the way which top was that? I had liked the bamboo but that one looks great 👍🏼

@MattBorchert

3 жыл бұрын

The top that I picked? It was walnut. Having used it several months now it's holding up great. The only thing I don't love are the portions that cover the sides and have a little bit of plastic showing through. Also, an alternative route would be to have a good wood top made (or make it yourself), then just drill the holes to mount it. Should still be fairly basic to do, and would be way cheaper than the tops they offer. I don't know if you can buy a base without a top for cheaper, but that would make sense.

Stopped watching when the price showed $1400 something. Becomes insulting to see a table costing that much.

@raphmco3

3 жыл бұрын

Cool story