From the couch to the bed, and the floor to our living room table, we monitored whether the padding conformed to our lap or caused any uncomfortable pressure points, how quickly heat builds up or is able to be dissipated, and if the desk allowed for an ergonomic body position or caused any strain in the neck or shoulders.

Three of the highest-rated models we tested — the Saiji, Nnewvante, and Songmics-- also have an extensive range of useful features. Maximizing the distance between your eyes and the screen will help prevent computer vision syndrome, which involves eyestrain, headaches, blurred vision, and neck/shoulder pain, and is a common result of prolonged screen time. It’s also much heavier (almost 5 pounds, whereas the Designer weighs just 2 pounds) and wider (22 inches) than anything else we tested, and we think that’s more lap desk than most people need. A laptop stand or laptop table can help make your connected life more comfortable throughout the home.These three models have a wide range of height and desktop tilt adjustments, a removable laptop support ledge, and built-in storage drawers. The Universal version doesn't have an adhesive, so it's a better choice if your laptop's air vents are on the bottom. What’s more, the ergonomic grip handles mean you can move to a new location when the mood takes you. While lap desks are more versatile, we also do extensive testing of the best standing desk converters, best laptop stands, and the top-ranked wireless mice as well.

The Executive Office Solutions Portable Adjustable Aluminum Laptop Desk, Huanuo HNLA6 (discontinued), and PWR+ Laptop Table are nearly identical models with built-in, USB-powered fans to keep your laptop (and lap) cool. Nor did we think they were substantially better at keeping our laps cool compared with other legged lap desks we tried. These peripherals mean you can set your laptop farther away and at various heights, and you won't need to stretch your arms in awkward ways to type. Her pick — which like the LapGear desk also comes in a marbly option — leaves enough room for a laptop with a screen between 13 and 16 inches wide, and the entire thing is cushioned for extra comfort as you work. That way, you can focus on your work instead of trying to keep your stuff from slipping onto the floor every few seconds.And while this model offers a wide, 23-inch work surface, it may still be difficult for people with larger bodies or wide hips to sit comfortably between its legs—one tester, who’s 5-foot-3 and has 40-inch-wide hips, occasionally struggled to rearrange themselves beneath it. Her only gripe is that it can be a little wobbly for typing on, especially when adjusted to an angle. Ergonomics: The ideal typing position is sitting or standing upright and looking straight into a screen, with your feet flat on the floor and your wrists in your lap slightly below your elbows.

The Huanuo lap desk is small and compact in shape, and its top flips open so you can adjust the angle. Lastly, this lap desk is one of the priciest options, but we feel it delivers higher performance than the less expensive contenders. Whether it’s finding great products or discovering helpful advice, we’ll help you get it right (the first time). When you're done working, you can ditch the computer and use the lap desk for drawing or writing comfortably.

Despite the excellent build quality and attractive design, the Nnewvante can't match the performance features of models with higher-tech materials.

Its legs are made of brushed aluminum, with black plastic crossbars that are curved up like skis, so it’s easier to glide it out from under you. It can be used as a lap table for work in bed or sofa, children's bedside tables, standing table for office work, laptop gaming desk, picnic table, snack tray watching TV or breakfast tray! Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). Eyestrain: Most lap desks allow you to keep your laptop screen at arm’s length (to a greater extent than you could without one), which is easier on your eyes. We used each lap desk for hours on end, ensuring that we paid close attention to the differences in comfort.It includes adjustable height legs, a two-piece adjustable tilting desktop, fold-out laptop support tabs, a built-in LED light, a built-in laptop cooling fan, and a USB charging strip.