Uplift Parsons review: A dream standing desk that fits almost any workspace with elegance and ease
by https://www.techradar.com/uk/author/collin-probst · TechRadarTechRadar Verdict
The Uplift Parsons is a compact standing desk that is as aesthetic as it is functional. It’s made from premium materials that make Uplift great, it’s got four thin, elegant legs rather than the standard blocky legs, it’s got a sleek edge, a beautiful desktop and more accessories than you know what to do with.
Pros
- +Gorgeous real walnut top
- +Premium feel and materials
- +Stable four-legged design
- +Smooth height change
- +Integrated controller
- +Great for any space
Cons
- -Some monitor arms won’t be able to clamp on the side
- -Same with other accessories like drawers; they won’t work
- -Doesn’t go as high as I wished, but still high enough for 6’1”
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I've said it before, and I'll say it again: I have tested a vast number of desks. In fact, I would even be able to venture to say that I'm getting close to the arena of saying I've tested most of the key desks in the market.
Uplift has been stepping up their game big time. When I saw the Parsons and realized it came in a 48-inch-wide silhouette with those beautiful four legs and a sleek frame, I knew I needed to get my hands on it as soon as possible.
Personally, I was absolutely drawn to the sleek frame that wraps around the real walnut desktop. I chose a butcher-block walnut desktop, and I am absolutely in love with it. The material feels fantastic, and the quality is spectacular, and that's coming from somebody who has seen a lot of desks. I have seen a lot of what companies consider their premium desktops, and Uplift stands out among the best.
The soft-touch desk legs and the frame around the desk are also a beautiful touch. Also worth mentioning are the four individual legs. Some desks use four legs for stability, but they are really just the same style as the two-legged, blocky look that everybody knows by now. Uplift chose to use more spindle-type legs that retract into themselves, and they look absolutely stunning, even when on wheels, as I have them. They are still stable and still look just as great.
While this desk really only has one potential flaw, it's not even really a flaw. It's simply just something to know. I have found my way around it, and you can as well with just some simple planning on the forefront. Without further ado, we can get into the full review
Uplift Parsons Standing Desk: Price and Availability
The Uplift Parsons is available direct from Uplift's website, with prices starting at $829.
My desk configuration alone was about $2,000, including the desktop upgrade, the wheels, some power and lighting, and a few other accessories.
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