Interested in getting out of that uncomfortable office chair for a few hours a day? It’s no surprise that standing desks have become more popular over the last five years, specifically due to the increasing number of jobs that are putting people in front of a computer eight hours a day.

Unfortunately, buying a standing desk (especially one with mechanical adjustable options) can be very expensive. Some of the most popular standing desks start around $500 and range all the way up to $5,000 for models with advanced electronics.

Of course, who wants to spend all that money just to stand up? We certainly don’t. Here are some of our favorite standing desk options that won’t cost you more than a couple Benjamins.

The StandDesk 2200 ($22)

Developed by an awesome IKEA hacker, the StandDesk 2200 is basically a super-cheap standing desk option that requires a little work to build. Designed to sit on an existing desk, this build requires a side table, shelf, brackets and some screws to create. The concept is also very easy to expand upon if you want to add additional monitors.

The downside to using this design is that portability is terrible. It also takes up a significant amount of space in your office, assuming you are switching between sitting and standing on a regular basis. Of course, the cost savings are fairly tremendous when compared to other options. It’s a cheap way to see if you like standing at your desk.

The Oristand ($39 shipped)

Created by the CEO of Hootsuite, the Oristand is a foldable standing desk that’s built out of industrial-grade cardboard. Ideal for either laptop or desktop users, the Oristand can accommodate a monitor or laptop on the top platform with a keyboard / mouse on the bottom.

Of course, you will need to have an existing flat surface to setup the desk. While definitely portable, it’s not ideal for public areas like a coffee shop, mainly due to the large size of the desk taking up a significant amount of space. It would be ideal for an office though, easy to setup or take down when you want to stand.

The StandStand ($75)

Small enough to slide into a laptop bag, the StandStand is the ultimate standing desk for someone that requires extreme portability. Opposite from the Oristand, this product would be perfect for public places (assuming you exclusively use a laptop). Made out of birch wood, the pieces can be easily assembled in less than a minute.

The downside to the StandStand is that you will be looking down at your laptop screen instead of straight ahead like other standing desk options. In addition, there’s no space for an additional mouse or other accessories (only room for a laptop).

The ReadyDesk ($169)

If you don’t want to give up your dual monitor setup, consider the ReadyDesk. Ideal for anyone that’s still on a desktop, the ReadyDesk can accommodate two 27-inch monitors or a monitor / laptop combo. This desk is particularly ideal for anyone that shares a workspace as the height adjustment options work for for anyone between 5’3″ and 6’3″. T

Of course, this isn’t a portable solution for the majority of users. Once the ReadyDesk is setup, it’s likely going to remain there. That being said, users could always shift their monitors down to the secondary platform and their keyboard / mouse to the desk if they wanted to transition to sitting.

The Chairigami ($95 to $165)

If you are into eco-friendly furniture, then check out the Chairigami desk. Starting at $95 for the Kickstarter model (42″) and ranging up to $165 for a larger size (seen above), the Chairigami may be an interesting option for anyone in need of a full-size, temporary desk; perhaps ideal for a college student living off-campus.

The downside to Chairigami products is how long they actually last. Chairigami estimates that a desk will have a two to three year life before it needs to be replaced. Of course, you may be over the whole standing desk fad by then. The desk can be recycled easily after it’s worn out.

The StorkStand ($99 to $199)

Removing the need for any actual desk, the StorkStand is an option for laptop users that lets you use a simple office chair as your desk. Supporting up to 50 pounds, the StorkStand creates a platform for your laptop on the top of a office chair using a metal brace and a Velcro strap.

While ideal for impromptu meetings with limited conference room table space, the downside to this design is that your platform will likely move with the chair; thus it’s only as stable at the office chair. In addition, some office chairs with low backs may not work well at all with this design.

6 Unique Standing Desks That are Less Than $200

Earlier this week, Ben’s posted a deal for the OxyLED Smart L100 Eye-Care LED Desk Lamp (and the L120). Only the 2nd time the L100 has fallen to a price low of $32, we decided to pick one up to see if it was worth the sale price. Adding in our 5% Amazon Prime discount when using the Amazon Store Card, the lamp will ultimately cost us a grand total of $30.40 shipped.

Design

The OxyLED L100 arrives in a fairly nondescript cardboard box, only touting features such as a 50,000 hour, 20 year life along the side of the box. The L100 is packaged extremely well in Styrofoam with the LED safely tucked against the arm of the lamp. The base of the lamp is relatively heavy compared to the arm and actual LED lamp. The arm of the lamp slides into the base tightly, then snaps in place. At this point, you can move the lamp around by picking up the arm rather than the base; it’s very solid.

The LED portion of the lamp folds upward and can be angled completely vertically if needed. The LED also swivels 360 degrees, ideal if you want to point the lamp upward to bounce light off the ceiling. At the base of the arm, you will find the L100 power button as well as the light intensity arrow buttons. By default, the lamp will be on the highest intensity when first turning it on. (If you purchase the L120, it comes with a color temperature adjustment as well)

On the left side of the arm, you will find the connection for the power cord. One issue that could be a problem for some is the short, 5-foot power cord. That could be an issue if you are placing the lamp on a surface besides a desk.

On the right side of the arm, a USB port has been included for charging devices. I plugged up my iPhone 6 Plus to the charging port (5V/1.1A) and was able to recharge the battery by 10 percent in approximately 15 minutes, decent enough for daily use. The USB port could also be ideal for any desk items such as fans, a mini-fridge or those awesome NERF proximity blasters. It will also continue charging, despite the lamp being off.

Functionality

Over the last 48 hours, I’ve been using the lamp sporadically to read over documents as well brighten up my office after the sun goes down. I have no complaints about the quality of the lamp or the five levels of brightness. I like to use the highest level for reading and a mid-range level at night when writing at the computer.

I like that it requires less power than most models, only 9 watts. I also like the flexibility options of the lamp. The lamp arm even swivels to the left and right at the base, ideal when I want to swing the lamp to another part of my desk. The LED also never gets hot, again ideal when making positioning adjustments while the lamp is on.

Should You Buy It?

At a price point around $30, this is a steal for LED lighting in a home office. Competing products range from $40 up to $150 depending on the brand and the number of features that comes with the lamp. One other brand, LAMPAT, goes on sale for a similar price on Amazon, but reports of problematic touchscreens on those models make the OxyLED brand a superior choice for your lighting needs.

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While adjustable standing desks aren’t new to the market, a desk that automatically makes adjustments based off the user’s health certainly is a fresh idea. Utilizing built-in sensors, the Stir Kinetic Desk is aware when the user walks up to the desk and can track the amount of time spent standing or sitting at the desk.

Throughout the day, the smart desk will make suggestions when to change positions in order to encourage the user to alternate between the two options. When it’s time to move to a new position, the desk simply moves by one inch up or down in order to alert the user to make the change.

The creators have included a 4.3-inch touchscreen on the left corner of the desk in order to set height requirements as well as keep tabs on fitness data. There are also two power stations on the left and right side of the desk that provide access to a total of eight AC ports for power as well as four USB ports to charge mobile devices.

However, the significant downside to this slick piece of office hardware is the extremely hefty price of $3,890. You can find large adjustable standing desks for about a fourth of the price of the Stir Kinetic Desk and adjustable standing workstations for less than a tenth of the price. There are also numerous DIY solutions for building a less expensive, adjustable standing deck; assuming you are handy with tools.

You can check out the video below to see the deck in action as well as a few product shots:

Shut Up and Take My Money: Stir Kinetic Desk