The Best Standing Desks in Canada

Being a known brand for the last 50 years, Safco has made multiple other products for the office or home, including tables, seating, shelving, etc. Their customer service and attention to detail and care have made them a review favourite. 

The Muv line of standing desks stands out from the crowd (no pun intended), for being different, having included shelving under the main desk top, and for being mobile – placing the unit on four swivel casters, two of which lock for peace of mind/security. 

One caveat of the Muv is that the standing desk height range is from 35-inches to 49-inches tall, meaning that if you’re of shorter stature, you might have a difficult time adjusting everything to be a proper height. Its design is less meant as a sit-stand, and more so just for always standing while working. 

The work surface is a modest 29-inches by 19-inches, which is enough space for a laptop or monitor and a few other odds and ends – but not much. The frame is a durable powder-coated steel, and the decorative molded side panels function both as a nice design and cable management. The built-in keyboard shelf extends outwards 10-inches and retracts under the work surface of the desk so that it won’t be in your way when it’s time to stop working for the day. 

It comes in a grey, cherry, or medium oak finish with a matching frame colour, so regardless of what your office or space may look like, chances are there is a colour match for you. Safco also prides itself on customizing anything you desire so if you were really keen, you can even send in your own textile to make as a topper. 

Standing out from the pack in both finish and price, the Tresanti Standing Desk is a winner in the aesthetics department and won’t break the bank. 

With an affordable price point that outshines itself, this desk is perfect for normal everyday use. The workspace size is small but wide enough to accommodate two monitors, a keyboard, mouse, and other small items. A bonus is that there’s additional storage space in the attached drawers. 

Three USB ports are a nice added touch, allowing you to charge your phone or other devices while working. The height of the desk is easily adjusted by controls that are on the right side of the desktop. The desk will even let you know the current height as it moves up and down, and the buttons are glass as opposed to regular physical buttons, and it can be locked into position at whichever height you choose. 

The height is adjustable from 29-inches to 47-inches, meaning that it might be a bit taller for those who are in the shorter spectrum of height. There is also an appreciated cord management system that makes it easy to have a neat and clean workspace. 

The VertDesk v3 is one of the most talked-about sit-stand desks on the market. Built in the US, with German manufactured electronics from Laing Innotech, the build quality is better than what you’d find with some other desk builds at the same price point. 

Worth noting is that as of early 2022, all VertDesk v3 desks come standard with voice control for height adjustments, making it even easier to raise and lower your sit-stand desk as needed for whatever your preference is. The height range is 27-inches to 47.5-inches, fitting most ranges. If you’re shorter it might be a bit tall at the lowest end. 

There are 304 different desk size options (yes, you read that number right) anywhere from a 30-inch by 36-inch desk to a massive 30-inch by 84-inches. With 11 different desktop finishes and three frame colours to choose from, the opportunity for matching whatever décor you have is there. 

Featuring a gyroscope technology, the VertDesk can detect not only hard objects but also soft ones for collision – which is a unique and welcome feature that most desks don’t have. Another welcome change is that with the voice control functions, you don’t even need to be in the app or use it for the desk to register your favourites – Just tell your device which pre-recorded command you have it set for, and it will move to the desired height. 

With a 300-pound weight limit, a 10-year warranty, and both a Canadian-made design + manufacturing process, the Ergonofis Shift Desk 2.0 is a beautiful premium standing desk. 

Customizable height settings at a range from 24.5-inches to 50-inches, this one made it as one of our top choices easily. A unique soft-touch laminate matte top that’s anti-fingerprint, antimicrobial, heat-resistant, and scratch-resistant is an added welcome breath of fresh air in the sea of standing electric desks without. 

 A child-lock addition and anti-collision system will give anyone peace of mind while using the one-touch adjustment keys at home, whether you have kids or not. Pets wandering underneath or even dropping something and retrieving it yourself won’t be any source of stress. The travel speed of the Shift is 1.5-inches per second and includes adjustable levelling studs under the feet for added stability and assurance. Additionally, every size of the Ergonofis desk comes with a wire management kit, allowing you to clip loose cables underneath the desk and in between the frame brackets. 

It comes in three sizes, starting at 24-inches by 48-inches, a large 30-inches by 60-inches, and if you need even bigger space – there is a monster 36-inches by 72-inches desk available. Another bonus is that if you’re not satisfied with your desk, Ergonofis will allow you to return your desk within 30 days for a full refund, and it includes free shipping within Canada. 

With more size and colour combinations than other standing L-shaped desks, (literally thousands), the iMovR Lander L-Shaped Standing Desk is a no-brainer if you have the budget to spend on it. 

Very quick one-person assembly, good warranty/customer service, solid desktop, and a frame that doesn’t lack in the stability department makes this one of the best L-shaped standing desks around. Assembly and disassembly can take only ten minutes if you follow the instructions, and the top is durable. It can get scratched up if you treat it too roughly though. 

According to reviews and posts on Reddit, one of the best features of this standing desk is the stability is top-notch. It doesn’t wobble or move at all, except for at the highest height. Unlike other desks that have a fully electronic system, the i-MovR Lander moves via a paddle with three buttons on the underside. 

Lifting the paddle raises the table and pushing down lowers the table, while the other buttons include Bluetooth, an alarm, and favourites. It can be set for four favourite height positions, which stop adjustments as soon as you hit one of those heights. 

Taking the edge off the cost, there is a lifetime warranty on the frame, a ten-year warranty on both the moving parts and electronics and a five-year warranty for the tabletop. 

The Autonomous’ SmartDesk comes with an attractive base starting price makes it great for the home office, work office, and for whatever your budget might be. 

With an adjustable height range of 28-inches to 46-inches, this standing desk is one of the best for nearly every height, which is nice when a lot of desks don’t cater to those shorter or taller. According to reviews, the stability holds up well making the industrial-grade stainless steel isn’t just for show. 

The desk and all of its parts are packed well, making it so that everything arrives safe and sound. Assembly for the SmartDesk is straight-forward and takes an hour to an hour to an hour and a half, and the only point of issue seems to be that there’s a bit of awkward access for the holes, and while there are quite a lot of screws, they slide into the base without issues. 

One of the perks of the SmartDesk is how fast it moves between adjusting heights, making it one of the fastest desks all around. There’s a 5-year warranty on the electronics, which according to reviews should be held onto as the electronics manufacturer TiMotion sometimes needs replacing. 

This sturdy sit-to-stand adjustable desk available from several Canadian retailers is a good choice for anyone needing a standing desk for everyday use or the home office. 

For a non-electric, gas-piston powered standing desk the FitDesk is a good, affordable step for anyone that’s looking to dip into the standing desk pool without going all the way into the deep end if you’re unsure about adjustable tabletops. 

The durable powder-coated frame and laminate tabletop are easily assembled in about ten minutes, making it one of the easiest to go from box to working order in no time flat. Built-in wheels and adjusters make for easy placement on nearly any surface around the home or office. 

It’s height adjustable from 29-inches to 48-inches, suitable for nearly any height unless you’re at the ends of the tall or short spectrum, usable for sitting or standing when you need to switch. The gas piston-assist makes it so that you can easily adjust heights with one hand, without the need for cranks that other manual desks have, and without worrying about electronics breaking. 

An additional bonus is the built-in cord management tray and access panel. 

Two primary components of the EvoDesk Standing Desk is that it’s designed with a concave edge on the side so that you can position yourself closer to the desk comfortably, and an EvoGuard coating across the entire desktop that’s textured similarly to hard-surface mouse-mats, in theory negating the need for a mouse pad altogether, depending on your mouse of course. 

Putting the EvoDesk together will take around an hour with a second person, making this a bit more of a time sink than some other electric desks. A few user reviwes on Reddit have said that the majority of screws don’t fit well into the countersunk spots they’re supposed to, same with the mounts/brackets. Making the assembly a bit frustrating. 

With a sturdy base that doesn’t wobble too much at any height, and can handle a decent amount of weight the EvoDesk is a safe choice for gamers that need to place a lot on their desk, or just need to adjust between sitting and standing more often than not, or after long periods of time like during streams. 

There’s a vanity cover that stretches the entire length of the desk, making cable management and hiding cords easy. The rear cut-out for wires is large, making access for thick cables a breeze and the cover flap that covers the cut-out is removable. 

With an affordable US-made standing desk, the iMovR Energize Standing Desk is a solid bet for your wallet. 

The Energize model features iMovR’s standard ergo-contoured, 3D-laminated tabletop, and the Cascade model includes the built-in SteadyType keyboard tray. With a lifetime warranty on the frame, 10-year warranty on the moving parts and electronics, and a five-year warranty on the tabletop itself, it’s a solid peace of mind if anything happens you’ll be covered. 

There are 22 colours available for the desktop, and three colours for the frame including silver, black, or white. The standard base has a height range of 27-inches to 45-inches, the XT Base is 22-inches to 48.5-inches, and with added height extenders you can add an additional six inches if need be. The range is great for every height, and the desk stays solid throughout regardless of where you stand. 

The weight capacity is 265-pounds, easily holding multiple monitors, keyboard, and whatever else you want to place on the top. Worth noting is that it’s a laminate finish, so to make it last be aware that leaving hot or cold drinks on the surface might make it warp after a while. 

If a full standing desk isn’t in your budget or space is a concern – try a standing desk converter. A converter is an adjustable unit that goes on top of your already existing desk or table. The PrimeCables Standing Desk converter can hold multiple monitors or a decent amount of weight without fuss and can be adjusted within 22 different heights. 

The frame is high-grade steel while the actual desk riser is constructed from eco-friendly particleboard. There are embedded groove holds to hold phones and tablets if need be and has a large surface for a desk converter – enough for two monitors and whatever else you’d like to place that fits the extra space. 

With a gas-spring powered system, it’s easily raised or lowered with one hand and there’s no assembly required. Just straight out of the box, onto your desk, and you’re on the way with a new sit-stand configuration.