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If you need a desk that’s sturdy, durable, and looks great, but don’t want to break the bank, our roundup of the best desks for under $200 has got you covered. But when it comes to desks, it’s never a one-size-fits-all scenario.
Anyone who works from home, or spends a lot of time in their home office, knows how important it is to have a desk tailored to your specific needs. Maybe you use two monitors for work, so you need a desk with extra room. If you have a small home, you might need a corner desk that takes up hardly any space at all. Perhaps you’ve heard that sitting all day is detrimental to your health and want a standing desk. Or maybe you’d like a desk that folds away for a minimalistic look. If the desk is for your kids to do their homework, you’ll need one that can store all their bits and bobs. Thankfully there are many fantastic desks available that can cater to all these specific requirements.
Whatever your home office needs and décor style may be, finding the perfect desk is easier than you think. We’ve rounded up 15 of the most stylish desks for your home office that are a perfect blend of style and function. Keep scrolling for FIRST’s picks for the best desks under $200.
This Furinno home office desk is one of the best for college students we’ve found — it's super convenient and will fit in her budget and her tiny dorm room. It's ideal for a computer or laptop, while the built-in hutch and shelf provide a perfect little nook for stationary and other necessities. You can choose from four different composite wood finishes — French oak gray, walnut, dark walnut, and espresso — to go with your décor. Plus, buyers report it's strong and easy to put together.
The Ketter reversible L-shaped desk is ideal if you need the extra desk space. One side can house your computer, it even has a sliding keyboard shelf, while the other side provides extra workspace. The minimalistic glass and steel geometric design delivers a modern but timeless look, making this desk an easy item to match with other furniture. You can pick between a silver or black frame, and clear or tinted-black glass.
The health hazards of excessive sitting — foggy brain, poor circulation, even heart disease — have been all over the news. If you sit at a desk all day, it's a good idea to take regular breaks to stand up, stretch, and walk around a bit. Getting a standing desk is another option, and this Woodley desk is one of the best. Its height is adjustable, it’s extremely pleasant to look at, and it’s currently on sale!
This quaint Suri pine-blend wooden writing desk takes up such little space, you’ll forget it’s even there. With over 1,500 5-star reviews on Wayfair, it’s a firm favorite with anyone who needs a home desk, but would rather it stay neatly tucked out of the way. It has a shelf underneath to stack books and other items, and a handy soft-close drawer for stationery, notebooks, chargers, and your other office supplies. Easy to assemble with just a Phillips screwdriver, it comes in blue, blush pink, mint green, red, and this elegant gray.
This is our favorite desk on the list because, well, look at it! It’s gorgeous. Gold-coated metal legs, and gold drawer pull-knobs, combined with a smooth chic gray finish, give this it a stylish and contemporary look that everyone will surely gawk at. What’s more, this desk has its own built-in wireless charger spot without the need for cords! Although classified as a smaller desk, the drawers have plenty of space for your daily essentials, and at 41 inches wide, you can fit your computer or laptop and still have some room.
For a complete office setup, including space for your PC tower, monitor and laptop, a pull-out keyboard shelf, a deep cupboard, a drawer, and even some shelf space, have a look at this home office desk by Harper & Bright. At 65 inches wide, it’s a large desk that will serve anyone who works from home — or spends a lot of time at their desk — extremely well. This is a heavy item that can take a lot of weight, is durable, and built to last.
If your occupation requires the use of two monitors, you’ll need a desk wide enough to accommodate all your equipment. The great thing about the Tribesigns workstation is it comes in three sizes — 47, 55, and 63 inches — so you can choose which one is best for you depending on your situation. Sturdy, durable, roomy, and easy-to-assemble, this is one of the best desks on Amazon for dual monitors, and there are five different color combinations to choose from.
Why buy two separate desks when you can have one awesome one that fits two people? With an extra-long surface and space for two office chairs, this 78-inch double workstation computer desk is just what you need if there are two people at home who each need their own desk space. Its timeless design will go with any décor to create a pleasant side-by-side working environment. The heavy-duty structure is incredibly weight-bearing, and the surface is scratch-proof, and waterproof, so you can expect this desk to last you both a long time.
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