IKEA vs. Jarvis vs. EFFYDESK: Which Standing Desk Should You Choose?

In our last blog post, we answered your questions from Reddit on how to choose the best standing desk for your home office. We made sure to consider what you’ll be using your desk for, as well as how big you’ll want your desk to be.

The next step is to pick the perfect model of desk for your needs.

Now, you’ve probably seen hundreds of different makes, models and brands of sit stand desks out from a quick Google search alone, and the sheer volume might make your head spin!

That’s why EFFYDESK has broken down the core components of a standing desk for you, and will be sharing helpful comparisons between 5 of Canada’s leading standing desks.

From segments to motors, and stability to warranty, we’ve got you covered. Each section has a summary table to give you all the comparisons at a glance.

After reading this article, you’ll be well on your way to purchasing the perfect adjustable sit-stand desk for your home office today.

Ikea Standing Desk vs Jarvis vs Effydesk

1. Stability

The mark of a good height-adjustable standing desk is stability.

Some economy desks are notorious for a “wobble” when extended to their full height. As you can imagine, this isn’t a very comforting feeling for the user!

When buying a desk, the two main components to consider are the desk columns and the supporting feet. Columns come in segments which help adjust the desk to the desired height.

PRO TIP: Look out for desks with more segments to reduce the shakiness when the desk is in standing position!

The shape of a standing desk column is another important factor. Did you know that this can affect the stability of a desk?

Standard cylinders are common among adjustable desks, but getting a desk with rectangular legs is much sturdier. The pros at LocTechMotion have shared that square columns are even stronger than rectangle.

The feet of the desk make a difference in how much the desk sways when adjusted to full height. Look for wide desk feet to provide maximum stability for your workspace. Remember—the wider the surface, the sturdier your sit-stand desk will be!

PRO TIP: if you’re prone to stubbing your toes (ouch!), look for desks with tapered feet. Your toes will thank you!

Stability of the Top Adjustable Desks in Canada—at a glance:

Desk Model	Column Segments	Desk Feet
Fully: Jarvis Laminate Standing Desk	2 square segments, steel	Longer and tapered
IKEA: Bekant Sit Stand Desk System	3 cylindrical segments, polyester	Industry standard
Uplift V2 Standing Desk	3 rectangular segments, steel	Industry standard
Autonomous Smartdesk 2 Premium	3 rectangular segments, steel	Industry standard
EFFYDESK Business Office	3 square segments, reinforced steel	Wider and tapered

2. Durability

Perhaps the most important part of any electric standing desk is the motor. This gadget will do all the heavy lifting for you, day-in and day-out.

If you’re adjusting your desk often from sitting to standing, or if multiple people are using the desk, you’ll want a reliable motor that won’t die after repetitive use.

Make sure to consider how loud these motors are as well—there’s nothing worse than having to endure a loud, annoying hum whenever you want to change the height of your desk!

While most standard sit-stand desks have a single motor, premium models (like EFFYDESK) are equipped with two motors to do the work.

Along with a longer lifespan, two motors can help move your desk more quickly and quietly whenever you need to. No more sitting around and waiting forever for your table to get up to your level!

Motor Types & Volumes of Top Standing Desks in Canada—at a glance:

Desk Model	Motor	Volume
Fully: Jarvis Laminate Standing Desk	Dual	Less than 50 dB
IKEA: Bekant Sit Stand Desk System	Dual	Unknown
Uplift V2 Standing Desk	Dual	50 dB
Autonomous Smartdesk 2 Premium	Dual	45 dB
EFFYDESK Business Office	Dual	Less than 42 dB

 

3. Satisfaction Guaranteed from the Top Standing Desks in Canada

Finally, you want to make sure you’re getting the most bang for your buck— check out this table for a side-by-side on the warranties you’ll get on these desks:

Standing Desk Model	Standing Desk Warranty	Standing Desk Price	Shipping Costs
Fully: Jarvis Laminate Standing Desk	7 Years, 30-day free trial (US only)	$669.99 CAD	Free Shipping
IKEA: Bekant Sit Stand Desk System	10 Years	$499.99 CAD	Starting at $59
Uplift V2 Standing Desk	7 Years, 30-day free trial	$768.99 CAD	Free Shipping
Autonomous Smartdesk 2 Premium	7 Years, 30-day free trial	$639.99 CAD	Free Shipping
EFFYDESK Business Office	5 Years, 30-day free trial	$739.99 CAD	Free Shipping

 

Working From Home? EFFYDESK is Here to Help!

At EFFYDESK — we design, mould and deliver the best Electric Standing Desk for professional or personal use. Our award-winning ergonomic office chairs ensure that office workers are protected against desk job damage, and are well-equipped to maximize efficiency and morale in the workplace — wherever that may be for you.

Browse our signature Standing Desks, Office Chairs and Monitor Mounts designed to boost workplace productivity, so you can get more done, more comfortably. For local Vancouver customers: EFFYDESK offers fast and reliable installations, too! Claim your 30-day free trial today.

To learn more about EFFYDESK’s products and services, be sure to check out our FAQ page or browse the blog archive for other helpful articles on ergonomics in the workplace.