Firstly, let me state my reason for buying this particular desk. Im in the middle of certification training for the career I want to be in. That career (and training) requires that I have 3 large spiral/bound books accessible at all times near my computer. So I needed the space for a 17 Laptop and THREE 9x12ish code books.
It accomplishes that, with room for a photo, my Creative brand round speakers, desk organizer, LED desk lamp, Alexa and various small decorations. In this regard, I have ZERO complaints.
PROS:
/ Plenty of surface space without taking up a significant portion of floor space.
/ Truly easy assembly (ESPECIALLY if youre no stranger to Assemble At Home furniture).
/ Reasonable durability for what its made of, most in the same class are far less durable.
/ Attractive, in/style wood finish look (I was actually able to find a rolling shelf unit in the same finish).
/ Lightweight, so its very easy to move this desk without disassembling if you have an extra pair of hands (cumbersome shape, not single/mover friendly).
/ Repositionable Monitor shelf (I use it for Alexa and my lamp).
/ Small desk drawer ideal for pens, a notepad, sticky notes, etc.
CONS:
/ I am CHRONICALLY bashing my knees against the support posts. I keep my laptop at the curved/rounded edge because it works best for my book layout, but that means my 5 9 tall self had to put bumper guards on the (NECESSARY, Im not saying it shouldnt have them because it stabilizes the desk and supports weight) support posts.
/ Its not, and nor will this type of material EVER BE, as solid and sturdy as wood plank desks. Its also lightweight, so that factors in. Expect some wobbles. I wouldnt recommend this, or anything in its class, for anyone requiring significant weight bearing ability (i.e. multiple towers, heavy screens, stacks of heavy textbooks, etc).
/ The faux wood finish has managed to rub off onto my code books covers after a few months of shifting them around. Id have gotten something to cover the desk or line it had I known this would be an issue.
/ While the drawer is perfect for casual, lightweight office supplies, it has a max load of about 2/3 lbs. Thats not a whole lot if you tend to have A LOT of stationary items, or wanted the drawer for multiple heavier items like external drives, manual/code reference books, etc.
All in all, its a good desk for its price and the materials its made of. Save yourself frustration and be reasonable with your expectations for inexpensive items that get delivered to your door by contract services. If youre looking for something more, then your best bet is coughing up the bucks and going to an actual furniture store. Nice size.
Pros and Cons
Firstly, let me state my reason for buying this particular desk. Im in the middle of certification training for the career I want to be in. That career (and training) requires that I have 3 large spiral/bound books accessible at all times near my computer. So I needed the space for a 17 Laptop and THREE 9x12ish code books. It accomplishes that, with room for a photo, my Creative brand round speakers, desk organizer, LED desk lamp, Alexa and various small decorations. In this regard, I have ZERO complaints. PROS: / Plenty of surface space without taking up a significant portion of floor space. / Truly easy assembly (ESPECIALLY if youre no stranger to Assemble At Home furniture). / Reasonable durability for what its made of, most in the same class are far less durable. / Attractive, in/style wood finish look (I was actually able to find a rolling shelf unit in the same finish). / Lightweight, so its very easy to move this desk without disassembling if you have an extra pair of hands (cumbersome shape, not single/mover friendly). / Repositionable Monitor shelf (I use it for Alexa and my lamp). / Small desk drawer ideal for pens, a notepad, sticky notes, etc. CONS: / I am CHRONICALLY bashing my knees against the support posts. I keep my laptop at the curved/rounded edge because it works best for my book layout, but that means my 5 9 tall self had to put bumper guards on the (NECESSARY, Im not saying it shouldnt have them because it stabilizes the desk and supports weight) support posts. / Its not, and nor will this type of material EVER BE, as solid and sturdy as wood plank desks. Its also lightweight, so that factors in. Expect some wobbles. I wouldnt recommend this, or anything in its class, for anyone requiring significant weight bearing ability (i.e. multiple towers, heavy screens, stacks of heavy textbooks, etc). / The faux wood finish has managed to rub off onto my code books covers after a few months of shifting them around. Id have gotten something to cover the desk or line it had I known this would be an issue. / While the drawer is perfect for casual, lightweight office supplies, it has a max load of about 2/3 lbs. Thats not a whole lot if you tend to have A LOT of stationary items, or wanted the drawer for multiple heavier items like external drives, manual/code reference books, etc. All in all, its a good desk for its price and the materials its made of. Save yourself frustration and be reasonable with your expectations for inexpensive items that get delivered to your door by contract services. If youre looking for something more, then your best bet is coughing up the bucks and going to an actual furniture store. Nice size.