The convenience of working with a laptop depends not only on the technical characteristics of the device, but also on the conditions in which we use it. Users often forget about such a useful accessory as a stand. This thing can significantly improve work comfort, increase productivity, and even extend the life of your laptop. But how do you choose the right stand for you? In this article, we’re going to look at the main types of stands, their advantages, popular models, and compile them into a guide for easy selection.
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What are the types of laptop stands?
If you start looking for laptop stands, you’ll find many options on the market. This accessory offers a wide range of choices not only in terms of design, but also in terms of material or additional features. The variety allows you to choose the best option for each user, but it can also easily confuse those who choose a stand on their own. Let’s take a look at the advantages of each solution depending on the design, material, and ergonomics:
Stationary stands are suitable for workplaces where equipment is used constantly and rarely moved. Such stands turn a laptop into a monitor and free up a lot of space in front of the user (for placing a keyboard and other gadgets). These solutions provide stable support and often have additional compartments for accessories. It is not uncommon for such stands to be huge and integrated into the desktop.
Portable stands lightweight and compact, ideal for those who work in different spaces and change workplaces. A portable solution can be more flexible in design (for example, folding into a small case), changing the angle and height to conveniently customize the workplace to suit personal needs. Also, these stands can look like a bedside table, which can be used to make a mini-cinema out of a laptop for comfortable movie watching.
Cooled coasters are equipped with built-in fans to help avoid overheating, especially during intensive work.
These accessories can be made of plastic, metal (most often aluminum), or wood. An aluminum solution, even without built-in fans, works well as passive cooling. It is also a lightweight and durable material that is pricier but also stronger than plastic. Wooden stands have a special natural style that adds warmth and aesthetics to the workplace, but this material often increases the cost of the product.
Popular laptop stands
For a stylish workspace
OfficePro LS320
To set your MacBook on a royal stand and add aesthetics to your workplace, you need to choose metal stands. A good example of an adjustable model —
OfficePro LS320. It’s a convenient solution that folds up, adjusts the angle, looks great with Apple technology, and helps you avoid reaching for the keyboard in a «shrimp» position. The screen is placed at eye level, so the stand actually makes it a little easier to maintain proper posture.
The stand OfficePro LS320 will not scratch the laptop case because the places where it rests have rubberized inserts. And three color schemes allow you to choose the one that will stand out best with your MacBook. We recommend choosing adjustable options because the stand will help you adjust the desired angle of inclination for different desktops. The price of such a model varies from 400 to 700 hryvnias.
OfficePro LS380
You can also choose a larger accessory — likeOfficePro LS380. This is also a metal solution that makes it easier to set up a laptop as a monitor or raise it to eye level to view content or make a video call.
Ugreen LP230 is only tilt-adjustable, but it will fit even laptops with a diagonal of 11″ to 16″. Thanks to its simple design, this stand can even be carried to a coffee shop and won’t take up much space in your bag or backpack. It will keep your device cool and comfortable for viewing content and video conferencing. This accessory can be purchased for a price starting at UAH 300.
Twelve South Curve
For more design-conscious users, there are solutions on the market such as the Twelve South Curve. This is a stationary stand without a folding design, which, according to the manufacturer’s idea, stylizes the workspace and complements thin MacBooks.
The accessory differs from other models with smooth lines in its design, has rubberized inserts on the bottom panel and on the «shoulders» that hold the laptop. However, the price for the stylish solution is different, as Twelve South Curve will cost at least 2600 hryvnias.
For powerful cooling
If you’re looking for a stand that dissipates heat in the best way, you should look for options with built-in fans.
Esperanza Buran
A well-priced model Esperanza Buran has four coolers and is decorated with lighting. Its bright design makes it a perfect fit for a gaming area, and its powerful cooling (the coolers run at 2000 rpm) will help to avoid CPU trotting.
At the same time, the noise level from the fan does not exceed 17 dB, so it will not interfere with the device. The stand also has legs for adjusting the tilt angle, and the accessory is powered via USB. The price for this model varies from 700 to 1350 UAH.
GamePro CP770
A more advanced example for gaming can be called a stand GamePro CP770. For its price of 1200 UAH, it offers a powerful cooling system with 6 built-in coolers. The larger coolers have a speed of 1450 rpm, and the smaller ones — 2000 rpm. The noise level does not exceed 18 dB, and the built-in LCD display shows the speed of the coolers, allows you to change the cooling intensity and adjust the backlight mode.
In addition to the bright design, the design includes a smartphone holder that makes it easier to view notifications, and the stand is adjustable to 7 levels of lift height. The GamePro CP770 can be easily chosen as a gift for a gamer, as it fits laptops from 13″ to 18″ inches.
GamePro CP870
For larger laptops, the following model is suitable GamePro CP870. It is equipped not only with more fans (8 built-in coolers of the same size), but also fits laptops with a diagonal of 12″ to 21″. The design of the stand is sturdy, the top panel is made of perforated metal, there are a pair of laptop clips and a backlight around the perimeter of the accessory. The backlight can be adjusted in 10 different modes to adapt the look of the stand to the gaming area and other gadgets (mouse, headphones). The price of this model is slightly higher than the previous one, but you can find it on the market for 1200 and almost 2000 hryvnias.
GamePro CP1540
You should also pay attention to the model GamePro CP1540 from the same manufacturer, but with a more restrained design. At a similar price (from 1200 to 1800 UAH), it offers both backlighting and active cooling (3 built-in fans). But in general GamePro CP1540 has a more laconic look, with a thin line of backlighting that can be completely turned off and accessorized for convenient operation. The stand is height-adjustable, allowing you to choose from 5 levels of customization for gaming, watching content, or working.
Gembird NBS-2F15-0
The stand has an even simpler design Gembird NBS-2F15-05. It is equipped with a pair of 125 mm fans, blue backlighting, and two height-adjustable legs. This is a practical solution at an affordable price (from 400 to 800 UAH), with quiet operation of the coolers (noise level of 10 dB) and a discreet design that will not stand out too much on the desktop.
Dyxon Fix Cooling 3
The Dyxon Fix Cooling 3 combines both a striking design and a flexible construction that allows you to customize the most comfortable position for your laptop. The stand has only two 60 mm backlit coolers, but the design allows for very flexible placement of the device, even rotation around its axis. The Dyxon Fix Cooling 3 is suitable for laptops up to 16″ and tablets.
The stand folds up well, so even though it looks bulky, it’s perfect for transportation.
Who should choose laptop stands?
In general, laptop stands are useful for office workers, home workers, and gamers alike. Models with active cooling should be chosen not only for gaming, but also for those who work on complex tasks (programming, graphic design) and want to cool their equipment better without losing performance.
Cooling-free stands will be useful for those who work a lot at the computer and want to reduce the strain on their neck and back. This accessory also conveniently raises the laptop to the right height for video conferencing, so it’s a good choice for both online learning and working with many «zoom» laptops.
Before buying, check whether the accessory fits the dimensions and won’t interfere with the connection of wired devices, and with models that have built-in fans, it’s better to choose one where the coolers are placed in the area of the laptop’s holes that are responsible for heat dissipation.
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